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HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvanians with disabilities and autism will see expanded legal protections and representation in state government following three executive orders signed Wednesday by Governor Josh Shapiro.
Shapiro Orders Expand Protections for Disabled Residents Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Male caregivers could soon see expanded access to baby diaper-changing stations under legislation passed Tuesday by the Pennsylvania House, aimed at addressing gaps in public restroom facilities.
PA House Moves to Fix Gap in Men’s Restroom Access Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan bill requiring mental health warning labels for minors on social media platforms advanced in the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee, signaling potential new federal oversight of …
Senate Panel Advances Bill Targeting Social Media Risks for Kids Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Two bipartisan federal bills expanding Holocaust art recovery rights and extending small business research programs are now law after being signed Monday by President Donald Trump.
Trump Signs Art Recovery, Small Business Bills Into Law Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor released a compliance audit of the Chester County Children and Youth Services agency covering the first quarter of 2026, finding the agency …
Audit Finds Chester County CYS Used State Funds Appropriately Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Automatic federal spending cuts will take effect at the start of fiscal year 2027 under a presidential order requiring reductions across a range of government programs to …
Federal Spending Cuts Set to Take Effect in 2027 Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Self-storage business owners in Pennsylvania can now enforce rental agreements more quickly and take action against nonpaying customers under a new state law signed this week.
New Law Gives Storage Owners Power Over Unpaid Units Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan bill introduced in the U.S. Senate aims to reduce deaths and injuries among first responders and roadside workers by requiring stronger safety planning, better data …
New Bill Targets Roadside Worker Deaths Across U.S. Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Importers of patented drugs, steel, aluminum, and copper products will face sharply higher tariffs under two presidential proclamations issued Wednesday, a move the White House says is …
Trump Orders New Tariffs on Drugs, Metals Imports Read More
SPRINGFIELD, PA — Fire departments across Pennsylvania are facing rising costs and long delays for new fire trucks, raising concerns about public safety and equipment reliability.
Fire Truck Costs Surge, Delays Raise Safety Concerns Read More