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HARRISBURG, PA — Two key pieces of juvenile justice reform legislation spearheaded by State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, have advanced through the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, marking a significant step …
Shusterman’s Juvenile Justice Reform Bills Clear Pennsylvania House Read More
WEST HANOVER TOWNSHIP, PA — In a historic move, Governor Josh Shapiro on Wednesday signed House Bill 1431, officially repealing Pennsylvania’s centuries-old ban on Sunday hunting. The bipartisan legislation, hailed …
Shapiro Signs Bill to End Sunday Hunting Ban, Opening New Opportunities for Pennsylvania Hunters and Rural Economies Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Wednesday, July 9, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives approved bipartisan legislation designed to modernize and improve the Keystone STARS program, the state’s rating system that guides …
Pennsylvania House Advances Bill to Strengthen Childcare Quality Ratings Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe have announced the appointment of Heidi Carlson as the new Director of the County’s Department of …
Heidi Carlson Named Director of Chester County Department of Aging Services Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, announced that her legislation to reform custody modification requests has passed the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, marking a significant step toward reducing …
Pennsylvania House Passes Shusterman Bill Aimed at Preventing Custody Dispute Harassment Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County officials have named Kelly Laubach as the new Director of Procurement and General Services, entrusting her with overseeing the County’s purchasing operations to ensure …
Kelly Laubach Appointed Director of Procurement and General Services for Chester County Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A bipartisan group of Pennsylvania lawmakers has announced a new statewide initiative aimed at improving safety and support systems for young people across the Commonwealth. Led by …
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Launch Bipartisan Push to Reform Youth Safety and Justice Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A new law signed Monday night by Gov. Josh Shapiro is set to bolster transparency and accountability in Pennsylvania’s fight against substance misuse. The measure, sponsored by …
New Pennsylvania Law Aims to Strengthen Oversight of Drug and Alcohol Programs Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a dramatic and deeply divided vote on Tuesday, Vice President Vance cast the decisive ballot to pass the sweeping reconciliation measure known as H.R. 1, or …
Fetterman Votes ‘Hell No’ as Vice President Breaks Senate Tie to Advance Sweeping GOP Bill Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Senate has advanced the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a sweeping measure aimed at extending tax cuts, strengthening border security, and boosting national defense — …
Senate Passes Sweeping Tax and Defense Bill Backed by Sen. McCormick Read More