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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Pennsylvania’s congressional delegation urged the U.S. Department of Agriculture to issue a Secretarial Disaster Designation for all counties in the commonwealth after late spring freezes caused widespread …
Pennsylvania Seeks USDA Disaster Aid After Crop Freeze Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Communities struggling with the economic fallout of closed military bases could gain expanded access to private redevelopment investment under bipartisan legislation introduced by Dave McCormick and Brian …
New Senate Bill Targets Revival of Closed Military Bases Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Dave McCormick launched a statewide essay contest for Pennsylvania high school students tied to the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary celebration, with winning entries set to be entered …
McCormick Essay Contest Targets Pennsylvania’s Next Generation Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Military veterans could gain expanded access to training programs in artificial intelligence, semiconductor manufacturing, and other fast-growing technology sectors under bipartisan legislation introduced by Dave McCormick and …
New Senate Bill Targets Tech Jobs for Returning Veterans Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new federal proposal aims to speed up approval timelines for energy and infrastructure projects, targeting delays that lawmakers say are holding back investment, job creation, and …
Energy Projects Stalled? New Bill Targets Permitting Delays Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan group of U.S. senators is proposing new federal rules for prediction markets, aiming to curb insider advantages and strengthen consumer protections as participation in these …
New Bill Targets Risks in Growing Prediction Markets Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — Businesses across the country could avoid disruptions in insurance coverage under a bipartisan proposal to extend a federal program that protects against financial losses from terrorist attacks.
Senators Push Terrorism Insurance Extension to Prevent Risk Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal officials will move forward with nearly $5 billion in funding for hydrogen energy projects, preserving two major hubs tied to Pennsylvania that are expected to support …
$5B Hydrogen Funding Secured, Thousands of Jobs at Stake Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal lawmakers are advancing legislation to strengthen the nation’s electric grid as rising demand from artificial intelligence, manufacturing, and economic growth strains existing infrastructure.
McCormick Pushes Grid Overhaul as Power Demand Surges Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Pennsylvania’s congressional delegation has introduced a bipartisan resolution to designate June 1 as National Mushroom Day, highlighting the state’s dominant role in the U.S. mushroom industry.
PA Lawmakers Push to Establish National Mushroom Day Read More