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WEST CHESTER, PA — A Pennsylvania lawmaker has introduced legislation that would restrict where new vape shops can open, aiming to keep them at least 1,000 feet away from K-12 …
Vape Shop Limits Proposed Near Schools in Pennsylvania Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order Friday directing federal agencies to step up enforcement against companies that falsely advertise products as being made in the …
Trump Orders Crackdown on False “Made in America” Claims Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order Friday directing federal agencies to review and reduce regulations that the administration says are slowing home construction, raising housing …
Trump Orders Federal Review of Housing Rules to Boost Affordability Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County has been selected as one of six counties nationwide to pilot a training program designed to help police, first responders, and community providers better …
Chester County Chosen for National Youth Mental Health Pilot Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Senate voted Thursday to approve a bipartisan housing package aimed at increasing the supply of homes, lowering construction barriers, and helping homeowners repair aging properties, …
Senate Passes Bipartisan Housing Bill Aimed at Easing Shortage Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. John Fetterman has reintroduced federal legislation aimed at setting safety, privacy, and labor standards for grocery deliveries purchased through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Fetterman Pushes Bill to Protect SNAP Delivery Workers Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers are considering changes to state law that would expand legal protections for people who call for help during medical emergencies, particularly on college campuses.
Pa. Lawmakers Consider Stronger Good Samaritan Protections Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald J. Trump on Friday signed an executive order directing federal agencies to build a coordinated plan to identify, disrupt, and dismantle foreign criminal networks behind …
Trump Orders New Crackdown on Online Scams and Cybercrime Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Two bills aimed at increasing transparency and helping local governments manage the impacts of data center development advanced out of the Pennsylvania House Energy Committee on Monday.
Pa. Lawmakers Advance Bills Targeting Data Center Impacts Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County is accepting applications for a new round of funding to help municipalities and conservation groups preserve open space, farmland, and other significant land resources …
Chester County Opens $2M Grant Program for Land Preservation Read More