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HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers convened at the state Capitol on Tuesday to advocate for House Bill 1210, a bipartisan initiative poised to expand protections for victims of domestic violence …
Legislation Aims to Safeguard Pets and Victims in Domestic Violence Cases Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a pivotal move towards reforming juvenile justice practices, House Bill 1600, introduced by State Representative Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, has successfully passed out of the House Children …
Pennsylvania’s Juvenile Justice Reform Bill Advances in Legislative Process Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a decisive move to enhance environmental protection and community health, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives this week passed two critical bills aimed at overhauling the management …
Pennsylvania Legislators Greenlight Landmark Bills to Tackle FPR Fertilizer and Protect Community Health Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant move to address the growing needs of older adults affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia, Governor Josh Shapiro has signed legislation establishing Pennsylvania’s first-ever Alzheimer’s, …
Pennsylvania Establishes First Alzheimer’s and Dementia Division with Bipartisan Backing Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant move impacting multiple facets of Pennsylvania’s legislative landscape, Governor Josh Shapiro signed into law on Wednesday a series of 16 separate bills designed to …
Governor Shapiro’s Bold Legislative Move: Transformative Laws Reshape Healthcare, Justice, and Veterans’ Affairs in Pennsylvania Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Wednesday, the Pennsylvania General Assembly passed House Bill 1700. Authored by state Representatives Mary Isaacson and Anthony Bellmon, both Democrats from Philadelphia, this legislation is designed …
Safeguarding Justice: Pennsylvania Passes Bill to Protect Federal Judges Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Wednesday, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed House Bill 2383, spearheaded by state Representative Jared Solomon. This legislation introduces the Older Adult Mentor Volunteer Program, aiming …
Generations Unite: New Mentor Program Revolutionizes Pennsylvania Schools Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House Transportation Committee this week advanced House Bill 2625, legislation aimed at significantly increasing state funding for public transit agencies across all 67 counties. Spearheaded …
PA House Moves to Transform Transit Funding: What It Means for All 67 Counties Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A significant legislative move by the Pennsylvania House seeks to secure the future of horseracing within the state. State Representative Kristine Howard, D-Chester, announced that her proposed …
Pennsylvania House Approves Critical Extension for Horseracing Regulations Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Tuesday, the Pennsylvania House unanimously passed House Bill 2536, a measure designed to extend property tax relief across the state through Longtime Owner-Occupant Programs (LOOPs). This …
Pennsylvania House Approves Statewide Property Tax Relief for Longtime Homeowners Read More