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WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Friday, Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA), the Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee’s military Quality of Life Panel, cast a vote against the National Defense …
Partisan Amendments Lead to Controversial NDAA Vote Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Monday, June 10, 2024, Governor Josh Shapiro signed five significant bills into law. These new laws cover a range of issues from pet insurance to the …
Governor Josh Shapiro Signs Crucial Bills Into Law for Pennsylvania’s Future Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Thursday, Representatives Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) introduced a resolution to designate the second Friday in June as National Service and Conservation Corps Day. …
Congress Proposes National Service and Conservation Corps Day Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro recently signed Senate Bill 497 into law, a move poised to transform Pennsylvania into a hub for advanced manufacturing. This legislation aims to forge …
Governor Shapiro Signs Bill to Boost Advanced Manufacturing in Pennsylvania Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Representative Paul Friel introduced a bill this week to revamp and expand Pennsylvania’s Beginning Farmer Tax Credit Program. The proposed changes aim to attract and retain …
Pennsylvania Lawmaker Proposes Expansion of Tax Credit Program for New Farmers Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Eric Schmitt (R-MO) introduced the Ensuring Nationwide Access to a Better Life Experience (ENABLE) Act on Thursday. The bipartisan bill aims …
Senators Introduce Bill to Extend Key Provisions for Disability Savings Accounts Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) and U.S. Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-1) are pressing for the swift implementation of the recently signed Saracini Enhanced Aviation Safety Act. The …
Lawmakers Urge Quick Action on Saracini Enhanced Aviation Safety Act Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — As Pennsylvania grapples with an increasing number of teacher vacancies, state Senator Carolyn Comitta and state Representative Mike Schlossberg yesterday rallied educators and advocates to support “Grow …
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Push for ‘Grow Your Own Educator’ Programs to Combat Teacher Shortages Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and John Fetterman (D-PA) introduced two bills on Wednesday aimed at expanding access to free or reduced-price meals for millions of American …
Senators Casey and Fetterman Introduce Legislation to Combat Student Hunger Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) has petitioned Speaker Johnson to countermand his decision to appoint Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-TX) and Rep. Scott Perry (R-PA) to the House Permanent …
Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan Challenges Intel Committee Appointments, Citing National Security Concerns Read More