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Pennsylvania Governor Signs Two Bills Backed by Rep. Chris Pielli Into Law

June 29, 2025June 28, 2025 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — Two bills championed by state Representative Chris Pielli, D-Chester, were signed into law by Governor Josh Shapiro on Friday, marking significant progress in addressing child safety and …

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New Bill Aims to Keep Youth Out of Detention for Minor Offenses

June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) and U.S. Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-CA-29) introduced the Prohibiting Detention of Youth Status Offenders Act. The bill seeks to prevent …