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HARRISBURG, PA — Public gardens across Pennsylvania are gaining renewed attention for their economic and environmental contributions after state lawmakers designated May 10–19, 2026, as “Go Public Gardens Days.”
PA Public Gardens Week Highlights Big Impact, Hidden Value Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers have ordered a new statewide study on pollinators and other invertebrates, a move supporters say is aimed at protecting agriculture and the state’s ecosystem.
PA Lawmakers Order Study as Pollinator Declines Raise Alarm Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers have approved a proposal that could allow separate playoff systems for public and private school athletes, aiming to address safety concerns and competitive imbalances in …
School Sports Shake-Up Could Split Playoffs Over Safety Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers have unanimously approved a bill that would require landlords to disclose parking availability and fees upfront, aiming to prevent renters from facing unexpected costs after …
Hidden Parking Fees Targeted in Unanimous House Vote Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers have approved new requirements for how local governments advertise proposed ordinances, aiming to prevent vague notices that can lead to legal challenges and public confusion.
New Rules Aim to Fix Confusing Township Ordinance Notices Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers are moving to restrict insider advantages in online betting platforms, proposing new rules that would ban insider trading and limit certain types of wagers in …
Lawmakers Target ‘Rigged’ Betting Markets With New Bill Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — People who step in to help someone experiencing a drug or alcohol overdose could soon be protected from criminal charges under legislation advanced Monday by the Pennsylvania …
Students Could Be Charged for Helping—Lawmakers Move to Fix It Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A planned 12.5% electricity rate increase for PECO customers has been withdrawn, sparing households an estimated $30 or more per month, but lawmakers say broader concerns about …
Rate Hike Halted, But Families Still Face Energy Strain Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers are weighing a new tax credit aimed at helping struggling breweries and farmers as dozens of breweries close and economic pressures mount across the industry.
Brewers Sound Alarm as Closures Mount Across Pennsylvania Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Lawmakers and policy experts are renewing calls to clear past cannabis-related criminal records, arguing that current laws continue to limit housing, employment, and economic opportunities for thousands …
Cannabis Records Debate Intensifies as Reform Push Grows Read More