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HARRISBURG, PA — Representatives Rick Krajewski, D-Phila., and Dan Frankel, D-Allegheny, recently unveiled comprehensive legislation aimed at legalizing adult-use cannabis in Pennsylvania. The proposal, known as the Cannabis Health and …
Pennsylvania’s Bold Plan to Legalize Cannabis Aims to Right the Wrongs of History Read More
JOHNSTOWN, PA — The Pennsylvania House Education Committee hosted its second hearing on May 2 in Johnstown as part of a statewide effort to address the financial implications of cyber …
Taxpayer Costs Under Fire: Calls for Reform in Cyber Charter School Funding Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Representative Joe Ciresi (D-Montgomery) has unveiled a legislative proposal aimed at restructuring Pennsylvania’s cyber charter school system to enhance financial transparency, curb spending unrelated to education, …
Reforming Cyber Charter Schools: New Bill Targets Accountability and Costs Read More
LANCASTER, PA — The Pennsylvania House Education Committee began a statewide series of hearings on Friday, addressing concerns surrounding cyber charter school oversight and performance. The initial session, held at …
PA House Education Committee Launches Cyber Charter Reform Hearing Tour Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House Communications & Technology Committee took a decisive step on Thursday, unanimously approving a resolution that urges Congress to protect creative sector workers from the …
PA House Committee Advances Resolution to Address AI Impact on Creative Workers Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Thursday, April 24, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives adopted two resolutions aimed at improving road safety and raising awareness about critical driving behaviors. Authored by House …
Pennsylvania House Passes Resolutions to Enhance Road Safety Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has passed legislation aimed at helping local governments address community blight and strengthen revitalization efforts. House Bill 316, introduced by state Rep. …
Pennsylvania Moves to Close Tax Loopholes and Tackle Blight with New Bill Read More
PITTSBURGH, PA — State lawmakers convened in Pittsburgh to address the alarming realities of maternal health deserts in Pennsylvania. Co-hosted by the House Majority Policy Committee and the Black Maternal …
Lawmakers Spotlight Maternal Health Deserts at Pittsburgh Hearing Read More
NEW KENSINGTON, PA — The House Majority Policy Committee convened in New Kensington to highlight the critical role life sciences play in driving Pennsylvania’s economy. Hosted by state Representative Joe …
House Majority Policy Committee Examines Life Sciences’ Economic Impact in Pennsylvania Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Legislation introduced by state Rep. Chris Pielli to increase funding opportunities for fire and emergency medical services (EMS) has been approved by the Pennsylvania House Local Government …
Bill to Boost Funding for First Responders Advances in Pennsylvania House Read More