In the latest news in the battle to save local refineries, state Sen. Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi discussed legislation which would help communities in Delco where refineries have been idled.

Pileggi, R-9, of Chester, discussed the details yesterday at a Delaware County Press Club luncheon.

In addition, reporter Kathleen Carey talked to state Rep. Stephen Barrar, R-160, of Upper Chichester, about two hearings he called for January connected to the potential shutdown of Delaware County’s two oil refineries.

***

Switching gears ...

In case you missed it, the state House passed the Congressional redistricting bill Tuesday.

Check out what some of the state House members said about their vote here.