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HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Fulton) and Rep. Perry Stambaugh (R-Perry/Juniata) have announced plans to introduce legislation aimed at safeguarding student-athletes who earn compensation from the …
Protecting Student-Athletes’ Futures: Crucial NIL Safeguards Proposed Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House advanced legislation this week aimed at revitalizing the state’s agricultural industry by expanding the Beginning Farmer Tax Credit Program. House Bill 242, introduced by …
Empowering Future Farmers: Pennsylvania Moves to Secure Farming’s Next Generation Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Monday, June 2, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives approved House Bill 1058, a measure introduced by State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, aimed at ensuring the financial …
Game-Changer for Seniors: House Bill 1058 Clears PA House in Bold Move! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A recent public hearing at the state Capitol cast a spotlight on House Bill 501 (H.B. 501), known as the Pennsylvania Reliable Energy Sustainability Standard (PRESS), a …
Pennsylvania Takes Bold Steps Toward a Sustainable Energy Future with H.B. 501 Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Representatives John Lawrence (R-Chester) and Michael Stender (R-Northumberland/Montour) proposed key amendments on Tuesday aimed at boosting Pennsylvania’s struggling dairy industry through targeted tax incentives. Despite their efforts, …
House Fight Erupts as Democrats Block Critical Aid for PA Dairy Farmers Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has approved legislation sponsored by State Rep. Chris Pielli, D-Chester, that aims to address critical funding challenges faced by fire and emergency …
Pennsylvania House Approves Legislation to Boost Funding for Fire and EMS Services Read More
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
STROUDSBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House Education Committee continued its statewide review of cyber charter school accountability with a third informational meeting held on Thursday, May 8, at Stroudsburg High …
PA House Education Committee Calls for Cyber Charter School Reforms Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — With inflation continuing to challenge working families and small businesses, Pennsylvania House Republican policymakers are proposing significant tax reforms aimed at immediate relief and long-term economic growth.
Fighting for Your Wallet: Lawmakers Push Bold Tax Reforms to Ease Inflation’s Grip 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