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WEST CHESTER, PA — Community activist Carrie Stare announced her candidacy for the 160th Legislative District seat representing Chester and Delaware counties on Monday. Stare, a Democrat, aims to bring …
Carrie Stare Announces Candidacy for 160th State House District in Chester and Delaware Counties Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — State Representative Chris Rabb, D-Phila., is championing legislation that would officially recognize the National Day of Mourning in Pennsylvania. The proposed holiday serves as a counter-commemoration to Thanksgiving, …
Pennsylvania Lawmaker Proposes Recognition of National Day of Mourning Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In an effort to address the shortage of police officers in Pennsylvania, the House of Representatives passed House Bill 863 on Tuesday. Authored by state Rep. Dan Williams, …
Pennsylvania House Passes Bill to Address Police Shortage with Adjusted Fitness Standards Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has passed House Bill 1786, legislation designed to protect individuals seeking abortion services in the state from legal repercussions imposed by other states. …
Pennsylvania House Passes Bill to Shield Abortion Seekers from Other States’ Prosecutions Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — A bipartisan group of Pennsylvania state lawmakers, along with advocates and individuals who experienced homelessness in their youth, have come together on Wednesday to highlight new legislation aimed …
Pennsylvania State Lawmakers Champion Legislation to Combat Rising Youth Homelessness Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania’s House Transportation Committee has given bipartisan approval to House Bill 1833, a piece of legislation aimed at accelerating infrastructure projects and saving taxpayer dollars.
Bipartisan Bill to Expedite Pennsylvania Infrastructure Projects Moves Forward Read More
In a move that further exposes the deepening divisions over Israel and Gaza, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution on Tuesday censuring Representative Rashida Tlaib for her comments …
Houlahan Admonishes Use of Censure Censure Resolution Against Rep. Tlaib Amid Israel-Gaza Divide Read More PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania House Environmental Resources & Energy Committee held a public hearing this week to discuss unconventional well setbacks and legislation (H.B. 170) introduced by State Rep. Danielle …
House Bill 170: Aiming to Improve Fracking Setbacks in Pennsylvania Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In a significant move towards enhancing community safety, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed House Bill 1772 on October 31, 2023, with a vote of 153-49. This bill …
Pennsylvania House Passes HB 1772, Doubling Nonprofit Security Grant Program Funding Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives this week passed House Bill 612, a critical legislation that ensures the provision of substantial investments to state-related universities. This move, championed by …
Pennsylvania House Approves State University Funding, Ensuring Affordable Education for Students Read More