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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan coalition of lawmakers has reintroduced the Unity Through Service Act, aimed at enhancing national and public service opportunities in the United States. Spearheaded by Representatives …
Uniting America Through Service: Bipartisan Push to Rekindle National Pride and Purpose Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On March 25, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), and Dave McCormick (R-PA) introduced the Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at …
Honoring Our Heroes’ Families: Bipartisan Bill Fights to End VA Burial Benefit Restrictions Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A significant step toward strengthening accountability among mandated reporters was taken on Tuesday as the Pennsylvania House Judiciary Committee unanimously approved House Bill 355. Sponsored by State …
Pennsylvania Judiciary Committee Advances Bill to Intensify Penalties for Mandated Reporters in Sexual Assault Cases Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On March 24, the House of Representatives unanimously passed the Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act, a bipartisan bill sponsored by Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) and Representative …
America’s Students Deserve Better! Groundbreaking STEM Bill Passes House to Secure Future Competitiveness Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A group of bipartisan lawmakers has introduced legislation aimed at increasing accountability among health insurers for denying claims deemed medically necessary. House Bill 966, sponsored by Representatives …
Fighting for Your Healthcare Rights: New Bill Promises to Hold Insurers Accountable for Denied Claims Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The House Majority Policy Committee convened a hearing on March 19 at the request of Representative Ryan Bizzarro to address the financial and workforce challenges plaguing Pennsylvania’s …
Lawmakers Address Crisis in Long-Term Care System Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The House Commerce Committee has unanimously approved legislation designed to make cash an acceptable form of payment for admission to school-sponsored events. The bill, House Bill 685, …
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Advance Bill to Ensure Cash Payments at School Events Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Rep. Chris Pielli (D-Chester) has announced the advancement of his proposed legislation, H.B. 441, following its approval by the state House Environmental and Natural Resources Protection …
Pennsylvania Legislator Advances Bill to Protect Endangered Pollinators Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s House Bill 362, known as the Solar for All program, took a significant step forward this week after receiving bipartisan approval from the House Energy Committee. …
Pennsylvania Advances Solar for All Program with $156 Million in Federal Funding Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A renewed call for pay equity rang through the Pennsylvania State Capitol on Monday as legislators and advocates rallied behind proposed legislation to close the gender wage …
Legislators Push for Pay Equity in Pennsylvania, Sparking a Statewide Debate Read More