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HARRISBURG, PA — A bill aimed at increasing pension payments for injured veterans has passed the Pennsylvania House of Representatives with unanimous support. Sponsored by State Rep. Dan Williams, House …
PA House Approves Bill to Increase Pensions for Injured Veterans Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A group of bipartisan lawmakers, led by U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA), unveiled the SHIELD Against CCP Act this week to bolster national security measures against threats …
Fetterman Leads Bipartisan Charge to Stop Ccp’s Threats and Fentanyl Crisis Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On April 30, 2025, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) joined a coalition of bipartisan lawmakers to introduce the Shipbuilding and Harbor Infrastructure for Prosperity and Security (SHIPS) …
Fetterman Pushes Bold Plan to Rebuild U.S. Shipyards and Stand Up to China Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senators Dave McCormick (R-PA) and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) have introduced the HUD-USDA-VA Interagency Coordination Act, a bipartisan measure designed to address rising housing costs and limited availability …
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Tackle Housing Affordability Crisis Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) has voiced his support for the VA Employee Fairness Act, a bill aimed at granting full collective bargaining rights to healthcare professionals …
Fetterman Backs Legislation to Expand Union Rights for VA Health Professionals Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives narrowly passed House Bill 1200, legislation to legalize recreational marijuana in the state, in a 102-101 party-line vote. The bill, however, faces …
Rushed Marijuana Bill Sparks Outrage as PA Lawmakers Face Critical Backlash Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has overwhelmingly approved House Bill 96, aimed at protecting older adults and incapacitated individuals from losing their homes due to unpaid property …
Pennsylvania House Passes Bill to Protect Vulnerable Homeowners Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has approved legislation introduced by Rep. Christina Sappey, D-Chester, designed to provide financial relief to nearly one million working residents. House Bill …
Pennsylvania House Passes Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit Bill Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Representative Chris Pielli’s House Bill 355, aimed at protecting children from abuse by those in positions of authority, passed the Pennsylvania House of Representatives unanimously on …
Pennsylvania House Unanimously Passes Bill to Protect Children Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Legislation to allocate $292.5 million for public transit infrastructure was approved by the Pennsylvania House Transportation Committee on Monday, May 5. Authored by Majority Chair Rep. Ed …
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Push $292.5 Million Transit Funding Plan Read More