HARRISBURG, May 16 -- Rep. Maureen Madden today announced the Pennsylvania House passed her legislation that would expand access to a Medication for Opioid Use Disorder program in county jails across the state. The bill passed the House with broad bipartisan support 192-11. “Today marks a significant step forward in our fight against the opioid epidemic that continues to devastate communities across Pennsylvania,” said Madden, D-Monroe. “By passing my legislation, we are ensuring that county jails would have the ability to offer all FDA-approved medications, including buprenorphine and its long-acting injectable form, Sublocade. for opioid use disorder. This legislation would remove outdated restrictions and empower local facilities to provide comprehensive, evidence-based treatment to individuals struggling with addiction.” Currently, Act 80 of 2015, which set up a treatment grant program for county jails to help inmates experiencing substance use disorder, limits county jails to offering only naltrexone (Vivitrol) for MOUD, a medication that requires individuals to undergo detoxification before use. In contrast, buprenorphine and Sublocade can be administered without the need for detox, offering a more accessible and effective treatment option for many individuals. “The opioid crisis does not discriminate, and neither should our approach to treatment,” Madden said. “By aligning county Read more
The new soccer complex, Sheska Soccer Stadium, will be built in the heart of campus adjacent to Eiler-Martin Stadium and will include a new NCAA regulation turf soccer field, perimeter fencing, spectator seating, field lighting, a press box, scoreboard and sound system. Read more
Read more about the latest grant programs open for applications. Read more
On behalf of Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden, Northeast Delegation Director Geoff Morrow sits down with Stand with Parkland president Tony Montalto, whose 14-year-old daughter, Gina Rose, was among those killed in the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School massacre on Valentine's Day 2018. Read more
“With another budget surplus and our commonwealth needing infrastructure improvements of various degrees to ensure driver and pedestrian safety and access, I was thrilled with today’s announcement and how these three projects in particular will impact Monroe County residents,” Madden said. Read more
Plus updates and events from around the district. Read more
On this episode of Monroe Matters, Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden visits the Women Veterans Museum to learn about the history of women serving our country in the military. Also, we visit Create & Be art studio for their Black Culture in the 'Burg event, celebrating Black art and culture in the Poconos. Read more
This partnership will advance regenerative organic research as well as farmer education at North America’s largest Regenerative Organic Certified Farm. Read more
State Rep. Maureen Madden (D-115) said she was excited about the new resort drawing not only out-of-state visitors, but local guests looking for a weekend getaway and just about anyone else, including "the family that can afford $400 to $600 a night, or the family that wants to pick up their RV, throw their little hibachi in there and barbecue." Read more
Madden noted that the funds could be especially beneficial to mothers in the commonwealth, who she said have struggled to work due to the rise in child chare costs. Read more
"Even as the economy recovers in record fashion and unemployment numbers continue to drop, we’re still facing worldwide inflation, and the higher cost of living is impeding the recovery of working-class families who are the lifeblood of our communities,” said Madden. Read more
Before proudly voting 'no' on a bill attacking transgender student-athletes, PA state Rep. Maureen Madden stood in solidarity with brave high school and college activists from her own community who regularly rally in support of the LGBTQ+ community. Being who you are, she said, is always OK and always acceptable. Read more
Included are several grant programs that recently opened for applications. Read more
Read about the latest grant programs open for applications. Read more
Information on state programs, events, legislation and much more from the desk of Rep. Madden. Read more
There is no cost to search the state database to see if you have unclaimed property. Staff in my district office can help you perform a FREE search of the unclaimed property database. Read more
The aptly named Waste Not Technologies is improving our environment — one yogurt cup at a time. Read more
Recovery homes are an option for people with a history of addiction. These sober-living homes provide a place for those in recovery to ease back into society without temptations surrounding them. Read more
Features articles on Coolbaugh Twp. Volunteer Fire Company, We Have a Choice Justin's House for Men in Tobyhanna, Waste Not Technologies in Tobyhanna, and more. Read more
These volunteer firefighters are also active members of the community, participating in fire-prevention programs with local organizations, schools and older residents to install and check smoke alarms. Read more
Read about the latest state grant opportunities open for applications. Read more
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