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Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) has lauded the signing into law of the FY24 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), a bipartisan, bicameral bill that includes dozens of her legislative contributions aimed …
Rep. Houlahan Celebrates Passage of Defense Bill Strengthening National Security and Supporting Military Personnel Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In a move designed to ease the burden on taxpayers caught in protracted tax disputes, Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity, Senator Scott Hutchinson (R-21), and Representative Tim Briggs (D-29) …
Pennsylvania Legislators Announce Bipartisan Taxpayer-Friendly Bill to Simplify Tax Dispute Process Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In case you missed it, Governor Josh Shapiro signed thirty-one bills into law on December 14, 2023. This action marks a significant milestone in the state’s legislative calendar, …
Governor Josh Shapiro Signs Over 30 New Laws, Including Key Reforms in Criminal Justice and Health Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Senators Maria Collett (D-12), Cris Dush (R-25), and Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-28) have celebrated the final passage of their landmark legislation aimed at strengthening support services and justice for …
Pennsylvania Senate Advances Landmark Anti-Human Trafficking Bills Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Governor Josh Shapiro has signed into law Senate Bill 838, transforming the state’s probation system. The bill, sponsored by Senators Anthony Williams (D-8), Lisa Baker (R-20), and Camera …
Pennsylvania Overhauls Probation System: Governor Signs Senate Bill 838 into Law Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In a landmark decision on Wednesday, the Pennsylvania Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 55, also known as Kayden’s Law. The bi-partisan legislation, aimed at reforming the state’s child …
Pennsylvania Senate Unanimously Passes Groundbreaking Child Custody Reform Bill Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Governor Josh Shapiro signed House Bill 1284 into law on Wednesday, marking a significant advancement in Pennsylvania’s efforts to enhance road safety. The bill, authored by State Rep. …
Pennsylvania Expands Speed Camera Enforcement with New Law Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has passed legislation aimed at bolstering protections for federal judges and judicial officers. House Bill 1700, sponsored by state Rep. Mary Isaacson, was approved …
Pennsylvania House Passes Bill to Enhance Protection for Judges and Judicial Officers Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania has passed House Bill 1300, marking the first increase in the Pennsylvania State Police complement since 2001. The legislation, which was recently signed into law by Gov. …
Pennsylvania Boosts State Police Force with House Bill 1300: First Increase in Trooper Numbers Since 2001 Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — A new law in Pennsylvania aims to tackle the growing shortage of police officers in the state. House Bill 863, which recently passed both the House of Representatives …
Pennsylvania Addresses Police Shortage with New Bill: Physical Fitness Standards for Enrollment Lowered Read More