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HARRISBURG, PA — State Rep. Joe Ciresi, D-Montgomery, and Sen. Carolyn Comitta, D-Chester, have introduced companion legislation aimed at strengthening Pennsylvania’s tourism industry by increasing funding for the state’s Tourism …
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Propose Boost to Tourism Promotion Fund to Drive Economic Growth Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — West Chester Borough Council voted 5-1 on Wednesday night to prohibit the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in local pet stores, joining a growing …
West Chester Council Bans Retail Sale of Dogs, Cats, and Rabbits Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County Chief Executive Officer David Byerman has graduated from the Center for Excellence in County Leadership (CEL), a professional development initiative of the County Commissioners …
Chester County CEO Completes Statewide Leadership Program Read More
PAOLI, PA – State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, announced plans to introduce legislation that would restructure how Pennsylvania collects and allocates state tax revenues.
Shusterman to Introduce Bill Restructuring State Tax Funding by Region Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — With the U.S. Supreme Court considering whether to revisit the landmark Obergefell v. Hodges ruling that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide, Pennsylvania lawmakers are moving to safeguard marriage …
Comitta, Lawmakers Push Marriage Equality Protections in Pennsylvania Amid Supreme Court Uncertainty Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congress is set to consider new legislation aimed at limiting the influence of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors in …
Christian Employers Alliance Pushes FAIR Act to Curb Political Influence in Utility Rate Decisions Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s budget stalemate deepened yesterday as House Democrats voted down two key bills passed by the Republican-controlled Senate, including a plan to fund mass transit systems such …
House Democrats Reject Senate Budget and Transit Funding Bills, Prolonging Impasse Read More
PAOLI, PA — State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, has been named to the Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority (BFTDA), a statewide board that plays a central role in Pennsylvania’s technology-driven …
Shusterman Appointed to Key State Technology Development Board Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s budget battle intensified Tuesday as Senate Republicans pushed through a short-term spending plan they say will stabilize schools, nursing homes, and public services—while also funding roads, …
Pennsylvania Budget Showdown: GOP Pushes Transit Fix, Democrats Warn of Future Crisis Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — With Pennsylvania’s state budget now 43 days overdue, the fight over mass transit funding has emerged as a central sticking point — and the clock is ticking …
Budget Stalemate Deepens as Transit Funding Deadline Nears Read More