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HARRISBURG, PA — Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a concept confined to the realm of science fiction. It’s here, and it’s already having profound effects on our everyday lives. …
The Future of AI: Pennsylvania Lawmakers Tackle Big Questions and Potential Implications Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In the nation’s capital, change is afoot in the battle to preserve crucial funding for AmeriCorps, our nation’s most paramount community and national service agency. In an …
Battle for AmeriCorps: The Fight to Save America’s Premier Community Service Organization Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a move aimed at addressing understaffing and low pay in the Bureau of Prisons (BOP), U.S. Senator Bob Casey and Representative Matt Cartwright have introduced the …
Fair Pay for Prison Officers: A Step in the Right Direction or a Political Band-Aid? Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) this week introduced a series of bills aimed at making American democracy more accessible to people with disabilities. …
Senators Unveil Legislation to Boost Political Participation of Americans with Disabilities Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Legislative Audit Advisory Commission (LAAC) has concluded its independent audit of the state General Assembly’s finances for fiscal year 2023. State Rep. Pat Harkins, majority …
Pennsylvania General Assembly’s 2023 Finances Audited, Reveals $298.6 Million Reserve Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) made a significant decision, shedding light on the complex dynamics of national security funding. This week, she cast her vote against H.R. 7217, …
Houlahan Rejects Narrow Focus of Israel-Only National Security Bill, Advocates for Broader Global Perspective Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Governor Josh Shapiro’s 2024-25 budget proposal, which includes a $1.3 billion investment in education and tax relief for homeowners, has come under fire from House Republican leaders. Labeling …
House GOP Leaders Criticize Shapiro’s Budget Proposal: A ‘Fiscal Phishing Scam’? Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In his address today to the General Assembly, Governor Shapiro laid out an ambitious budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year, driving his plan to create opportunities and …
Gov. Josh Shapiro Unveils ‘Get Stuff Done’ Budget Proposal for 2024-25 Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A group of bipartisan lawmakers is urging the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to update its obsolete parental leave policies that haven’t been revised since 2015. Led …
Lawmakers Demand Overhaul of Outdated Federal Parental Leave Information Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Housing Authority of Chester County (HACC) this week announced the appointment of Paul Diggs as its new Executive Director. Diggs, an experienced housing professional with …
Chester County Housing Authority Welcomes New Executive Director, Paul Diggs Read More