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Samuelson proposes doubling Property Tax/Rent Rebate payments

(Apr 28, 2022) Rep. Steve Samuelson

“By providing a one-time infusion of $204 million into the existing Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, we could provide additional relief to people across the state. This investment would allow the commonwealth to double existing rebates this year which is expected to benefit an estimated 477,000 Pennsylvanians,” said Samuelson, Democratic chair of the House Aging and Older Adult Services Committee. Read more

 

Lehigh lawmakers to introduce bill to de-criminalize helpful spouses

(Apr 28, 2022) Rep. Mike Schlossberg, Rep. Peter G. Schweyer, Rep. Jeanne McNeill

In response to Lehigh County District Attorney Jim Martin’s announcement that he will have detectives monitor both in person and via video the county's ballot drop boxes to make sure voters are returning only their ballot, Reps. Mike Schlossberg, Peter Schweyer and Jeanne McNeill are taking action. Read more

 

Policy hearing explores cash bail in PA

(Apr 27, 2022) Rep. Summer Lee, Rep. Peter G. Schweyer, Policy Committee

Lawmakers heard from business leaders, cash bail reform advocates, legal system experts, and a representative from New Jersey’s state legislature, where they successfully eliminated cash bail. Read more

 

McClinton, Muth join survivors and advocates to renew their fight to establish a statewide rape kit tracking system

(Apr 27, 2022) Rep. Joanna E. McClinton, Sen. Katie Muth

“While Pennsylvania has drastically decreased its untested rape kit backlog, it is unacceptable that so many who have survived the horrors of being sexually assaulted don’t know where to turn for information about their case and can go months without receiving an update,” said McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware. Read more

 

Hohenstein: Cooperation is Key to Ending Gun Violence

(Apr 27, 2022) Rep. Joseph C. Hohenstein

Our children are speaking truth to power. We need to be humble and listen. Read more

 

Freeman language addressing blight, homelessness passes House

(Apr 26, 2022) Rep. Robert L. Freeman

“A lack of affordable housing is one of the primary causes of homelessness in Pennsylvania, according to a recent study,” said Freeman, D-Northampton. “In the Lehigh Valley, and communities across the commonwealth, blight has turned troubled properties into liabilities. My proposal is tailored to the unique needs we’re facing in Pennsylvania and would provide a substantive solution.” Read more

 

Shusterman: Time to reform the 340B drug pricing program

(Apr 26, 2022) Rep. Melissa Shusterman

In order to ensure that our government better serves you, my office has been conducting an online survey to find out what issues are most important to you. Not surprisingly, high prescription drug costs are at the top of most people's minds. Read more

 

Abney takes oath for state representative

(Apr 26, 2022) Rep. Aerion Andrew Abney

Earlier this month, Abney won the district during a special election to replace former Rep. Jake Wheatley. Read more

 

House passes state Rep. Ed Neilson’s Constable William Davidson Reward Fund legislation

(Apr 26, 2022) Rep. Ed Neilson

“There was a 36% increase in law enforcement homicides from the previous year,” Neilson said. “This legislation will serve as a stern warning to anyone who wants to engage in violence against the men and women who protect us daily.” Read more

 

House Democratic Caucus welcomes two new legislators to Harrisburg

(Apr 26, 2022) Rep. Joanna E. McClinton

"These two new members of the House Democratic Caucus bring with them years of community advocacy and service, McClinton said. "We're excited about what their voices will add to the thoughtful policy development and debate here in Harrisburg, and how they will elevate the concerns and interests of their neighbors." Read more

 

Now open for applications: Environmental funding opportunities

(Apr 25, 2022) Appropriations

Read more about the latest grant programs open for applications. Read more

 

Inaugural PA Tourism Office grants awarded to seven for Juneteenth celebrations

(Apr 25, 2022) Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus

The Journeying Toward Freedom grant program was established by the Pennsylvania Tourism Office in partnership with Voices Underground as part of a commitment to seeing Pennsylvania become the nation’s leader in African American cultural heritage tourism and ensuring the stories of all Pennsylvanians are uplifted and heard. Read more

 

Rabb: Outdated State Laws Punish Innocent Pennsylvanians

(Apr 20, 2022) Rep. Christopher M. Rabb

As a consumer of legal medical cannabis himself, Pa. state Rep. Chris Rabb is working to ensure that innocent Pennsylvanians aren’t wrongfully prosecuted under current, outdated DUI laws. Read more

 

Cephas announces Medicaid extension for postpartum care, highlights new money for maternal health initiatives

(Apr 18, 2022) Rep. Morgan B. Cephas

“We’re addressing the very social determinants of health that contribute to a real crisis in Pennsylvania," Cephas said. “The administration’s opting Pennsylvania into extended Medicaid was a major move toward better outcomes going forward, as well.” Read more

 

Sappey applauds passage of bills supporting the dairy industry

(Apr 14, 2022) Rep. Christina Sappey

“This bipartisan package of bills would help struggling dairy farmers and support the commonwealth’s dairy industry. As the granddaughter of a dairy farmer, I’m proud to have supported these bills in the Agricultural and Rural Affairs Committee and pleased to see them pass before the House.” Read more

 

Burns’ open records bill passes key vote in state House committee

(Apr 14, 2022) Rep. Frank Burns

Having been voted out of the House State Government Committee on Wednesday, Burns’ bill now heads to the state House for a general consideration. Read more

 

Freeman bill addressing blight, homelessness approved by committee

(Apr 14, 2022) Rep. Robert L. Freeman

Legislation that would help communities turn blighted properties into affordable housing options was approved Tuesday by the House Urban Affairs Committee, according to the bill's author state Rep. Robert Freeman. Read more

 

Krajewski, Fiedler call for funding parks, recreation centers in PA

(Apr 14, 2022) Rep. Rick Krajewski, Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler

The bill, which is in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives awaiting a vote, would allocate $500 million from American Rescue Plan funds to repair and invest in parks and recreational spaces throughout the state. Read more

 

Cephas, Tartaglione announce $25.6M in funding for maternal, child health

(Apr 14, 2022) Rep. Morgan B. Cephas, Sen. Christine Tartaglione

“With the promise in this funding, we are putting money into solving maternal mortality and working to address the social determinants of health that contribute to the crisis we are experiencing across Pennsylvania," Cephas said. Read more

 

PLBC introduces resolution for National Minority Health Month in PA

(Apr 13, 2022) Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus

The resolution was spurred by National Minority Health Week, which was inspired by the creation of National Negro Health Week in 1915 by Booker T. Washington and the U.S. Public Health Service. The focus was to improve the overall health status of Black Americans and to encourage Black professionals to join the medical field. Read more

 

Samuelson proposes doubling Property Tax/Rent Rebate payments
Apr 28, 2022

Lehigh lawmakers to introduce bill to de-criminalize helpful spouses
Apr 28, 2022

Policy hearing explores cash bail in PA
Apr 27, 2022

McClinton, Muth join survivors and advocates to renew their fight to establish a statewide rape kit tracking system
Apr 27, 2022

Hohenstein: Cooperation is Key to Ending Gun Violence
Apr 27, 2022

Freeman language addressing blight, homelessness passes House
Apr 26, 2022

Shusterman: Time to reform the 340B drug pricing program
Apr 26, 2022

Abney takes oath for state representative
Apr 26, 2022

House passes state Rep. Ed Neilson’s Constable William Davidson Reward Fund legislation
Apr 26, 2022

House Democratic Caucus welcomes two new legislators to Harrisburg
Apr 26, 2022

Now open for applications: Environmental funding opportunities
Apr 25, 2022

Inaugural PA Tourism Office grants awarded to seven for Juneteenth celebrations
Apr 25, 2022

Rabb: Outdated State Laws Punish Innocent Pennsylvanians
Apr 20, 2022

Cephas announces Medicaid extension for postpartum care, highlights new money for maternal health initiatives
Apr 18, 2022

Sappey applauds passage of bills supporting the dairy industry
Apr 14, 2022

Burns’ open records bill passes key vote in state House committee
Apr 14, 2022

Freeman bill addressing blight, homelessness approved by committee
Apr 14, 2022

Krajewski, Fiedler call for funding parks, recreation centers in PA
Apr 14, 2022

Cephas, Tartaglione announce $25.6M in funding for maternal, child health
Apr 14, 2022

PLBC introduces resolution for National Minority Health Month in PA
Apr 13, 2022