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HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers are considering a proposal to expand universal pre-kindergarten across the state, a move supporters say could boost the economy, help working parents remain in the …
Pa. Lawmakers Weigh Universal Pre-K Plan Amid Workforce Concerns Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — A proposed state bill would make it illegal to use artificial intelligence to create or distribute scam phone calls in Pennsylvania.
Bill Targets AI-Powered Scam Calls in Pa. Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A group of Democratic state lawmakers is advancing legislation that would prohibit Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents from monitoring polling places during Pennsylvania’s 2026 midterm elections, framing …
Pa. Lawmakers Move to Bar ICE From Polling Places Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State lawmakers from Chester County are moving to expand bankruptcy protections for Pennsylvanians, arguing the Commonwealth is leaving working families exposed as economic pressures intensify.
Democrats Push Bankruptcy Shield to Protect Pennsylvania Families From Collapse Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — State Rep. Chris Pielli today unveiled a two-bill legislative package aimed at expanding access to overdose reversal drugs as Pennsylvania continues to grapple with a deadly …
New Bills Target Opioid Deaths by Expanding Overdose Reversal Options Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives unanimously approved legislation Wednesday aimed at making it easier and more affordable to develop next-generation nuclear reactors across the Commonwealth, a move …
Unanimous House Vote Opens Door to Next-Generation Nuclear Reactors Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Rep. Tarik Khan on Wednesday announced legislation aimed at tightening protections around Pennsylvania’s voter data and election systems, citing growing concerns about political interference and pressure …
Pa. Lawmakers Move to Shield Voter Data as Election Pressure Intensifies Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Rep. Peter Schweyer on Tuesday endorsed Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed 2026–27 budget, saying it sends a clear message that students across Pennsylvania deserve equitable funding and …
Schweyer Praises Shapiro Budget as Education Funding Debate Heats Up Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Members of the Philadelphia House Delegation on Tuesday threw their support behind Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed 2026–27 state budget, calling it a strong starting point that prioritizes …
Philadelphia Lawmakers Rally Behind Shapiro Budget as Fight Shifts to Capitol Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Republican leaders in the Pennsylvania House on Tuesday sharply criticized Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed Fiscal Year 2026–27 budget, warning that the plan expands government too aggressively, relies …
House GOP Slams Shapiro Budget as Spending Surge Sparks Fiscal Alarm Read More