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Burns launches effort to broaden LCB board, pare members’ salaries

(May 25, 2021) Rep. Frank Burns

Burns, D-Cambria, wants to expand board membership from three to five, giving each of the four legislative caucuses – House Democrats and Republicans, and Senate Democrats and Republicans – one appointment. Read more

 

We’ve lived the pain of separation from incarcerated loved ones. Pa. can do better for families.

(May 25, 2021) Rep. Donna Bullock, Rep. Rick Krajewski

Reps. Donna Bullock and Rick Krajewski discuss the topic of visitation and communication with incarcerated parents, including their personal perspectives as people who grew up with an incarcerated parent. Read more

 

Malagari: Support Pennsylvania crematoriums by cooling the °Fs down

(May 24, 2021) Rep. Steve Malagari

“Operating at the highest temperature causes unnecessary burden on equipment, leads to higher fuel consumption, and increases environmental gas emissions,” said Malagari. “By dialing down the temperature a few hundred degrees, we would help mitigate the high costs for the state’s crematoriums.” Read more

 

Burns’ in-state tuition for military families bill passes key vote

(May 24, 2021) Rep. Frank Burns

Burns said H.B. 941 would ensure military families are guaranteed the in-state tuition rate as soon as a student enrolls or registers at a community college or submits an enrollment deposit to a four-year public college or university, even if their military parent is later reassigned to another state. Read more

 

Roll credits: Ciresi, Tomlinson seek to attract more film, TV production to PA

(May 21, 2021) Rep. Joseph Ciresi

“Film production has economic effects that go beyond the industry,” said Ciresi, who serves on the House Tourism & Recreational Development Committee. “Local retailers, restaurants, hotels and other businesses that provide products and services during production benefit, while there are also potential long-term tourism benefits as sites can turn into cultural landmarks.” Read more

 

Pennsylvania Rescue Plan makes crucial long-term investment in child care

(May 21, 2021) Rep. Liz Hanbidge

As Pennsylvania begins a path to recovery, we must ensure that early childhood programs are structured and funded in a way that acknowledges and attempts to correct ingrained inequalities that have persisted for too long and that we are investing in the future of our children and our economy. Read more

 

Solomon's Schools-to-Work bill on way to creating local career pathways all across PA

(May 21, 2021) Rep. Jared G. Solomon

Solomon and Republican Rep. Kate Klunk worked together on a comprehensive career and technical education bill modeled after Hanover High School's successful efforts in linking local high school students with local businesses. Read more

 

Frankel introduces legislation to ensure doctor-patient trust

(May 20, 2021) Rep. Dan B. Frankel

“This year, we have seen dozens of cruel bills introduced throughout the country targeting these young people, threatening medical professionals with fines, loss of their medical licenses and even jail time for following established standards of care and prescribing puberty blockers,” Frankel said. “Politicians should not be directing anyone’s medical treatment." Read more

 

PASSHE consolidation, potential impacts focus of virtual House Democratic Policy Committee hearing

(May 20, 2021) Policy Committee, Rep. Ryan Bizzarro, Rep. Peter G. Schweyer, Rep. Emily Kinkead

If we want to attract and retain Pennsylvania students and prepare them for a successful future, we must address the system’s shortcomings and invest in students so we can build a stronger higher education system that positions Pennsylvania with a vibrant workforce,” explained Bizzarro. Read more

 

Ciresi bill would outlaw early termination fees for deceased individuals

(May 17, 2021) Rep. Joseph Ciresi

Ciresi’s bill, H.B. 1418, would prohibit cable, phone, telecommunication, utility, and other companies from imposing early termination fees on a recently deceased person’s family for services that would no longer be used. Read more

 

Schweyer: Professional license waivers to end when COVID-19 disaster declaration ends

(May 17, 2021) Rep. Peter G. Schweyer

According to the Pennsylvania Department of State, nearly 100 waivers regarding professional licensing have been approved to quickly and safely free up every available healthcare professional who wanted to assist in any way, including retirees, military and out-of-state practitioners. Read more

 

Burns shares results of LCB public information battle

(May 17, 2021) Rep. Frank Burns

The one-page information sheet shows that as of Jan. 1, the LCB was holding 949 liquor licenses available for auction, ranging from a high of 167 in Philadelphia County to a low of zero in 22 others. Read more

 

Schlossberg, Schweyer: Tour further highlights needs of service providers, nonprofits

(May 13, 2021) Policy Committee, Rep. Mike Schlossberg, Rep. Peter G. Schweyer

The PA Rescue Plan includes investments in direct-care workers’ training and wages, a paid sick and family leave program, and hazard pay for frontline essential workers. Read more

 

Kim highlights PA Rescue Plan investments in child care, workers

(May 12, 2021) Policy Committee, Rep. Patty Kim

“Today’s tour of the Keystone Early Learning Center provided a glimpse at the positive effects targeted investments from the PA Rescue Plan would have on our community, our workers and our children’s education,” said Kim, D-Dauphin. “This should be a bipartisan priority and a step forward to improve Pennsylvania’s future for all families.” Read more

 

Rep. Bizzarro, Policy Committee see how PA Rescue Plan could benefit Erie economy

(May 11, 2021) Policy Committee, Rep. Ryan Bizzarro

“Erie is perfectly situated to be a great hub for business and economic development. There is great potential in our community, and we have the chance to capitalize on federal funding to help accelerate pandemic recovery efforts." Read more

 

Plastic bags: Public policy vs. political power

(May 10, 2021) Rep. Greg Vitali

Legislation regulating plastic bags is sorely needed. Shoppers worldwide use about 500 billion single-use plastic bags annually. Without significant action, there may be more plastic than fish in the ocean by weight by 2050, according to a 2016 World Economic Forum report. Read more

 

Reading tour showcases successful implementation of opportunity zones and regional needs

(May 10, 2021) Policy Committee, Rep. Manuel Guzman

“Our PA Rescue Plan would get money to local businesses, working people and schools to help them recover and thrive as we make our way through the COVID-19 pandemic,” Guzman said. Read more

 

Green collar jobs and clean energy investments focus of PA Rescue Plan hearing

(May 10, 2021) Policy Committee, Rep. Joanna E. McClinton

“Green collar jobs are high-tech, high-wage and the fastest-growing career sector in any industry,” said McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware. “By investing in the clean energy industry and supporting job training to get workers on the job, the PA Rescue Plan is creating a greener future in more ways than one.” Read more

 

Deasy: Pa. should resolve outstanding unemployment issues before launching new UC system

(May 07, 2021) Rep. Dan Deasy

“For those deemed eligible, they have waited far too long for benefits they have earned and desperately need. For those the department deems ineligible, let us move the process forward now and provide these claimants their right to an appeal.” Read more

 

Bullock condemns misleading mailings to Black and Brown communities

(May 07, 2021) Rep. Donna Bullock

"Voters, especially Black voters, are not easily fooled by these orchestrated efforts to mislead the public with stock images, false alliances, and lies.” Read more

 

Burns launches effort to broaden LCB board, pare members’ salaries
May 25, 2021

We’ve lived the pain of separation from incarcerated loved ones. Pa. can do better for families.
May 25, 2021

Malagari: Support Pennsylvania crematoriums by cooling the °Fs down
May 24, 2021

Burns’ in-state tuition for military families bill passes key vote
May 24, 2021

Roll credits: Ciresi, Tomlinson seek to attract more film, TV production to PA
May 21, 2021

Pennsylvania Rescue Plan makes crucial long-term investment in child care
May 21, 2021

Solomon's Schools-to-Work bill on way to creating local career pathways all across PA
May 21, 2021

Frankel introduces legislation to ensure doctor-patient trust
May 20, 2021

PASSHE consolidation, potential impacts focus of virtual House Democratic Policy Committee hearing
May 20, 2021

Ciresi bill would outlaw early termination fees for deceased individuals
May 17, 2021

Schweyer: Professional license waivers to end when COVID-19 disaster declaration ends
May 17, 2021

Burns shares results of LCB public information battle
May 17, 2021

Schlossberg, Schweyer: Tour further highlights needs of service providers, nonprofits
May 13, 2021

Kim highlights PA Rescue Plan investments in child care, workers
May 12, 2021

Rep. Bizzarro, Policy Committee see how PA Rescue Plan could benefit Erie economy
May 11, 2021

Plastic bags: Public policy vs. political power
May 10, 2021

Reading tour showcases successful implementation of opportunity zones and regional needs
May 10, 2021

Green collar jobs and clean energy investments focus of PA Rescue Plan hearing
May 10, 2021

Deasy: Pa. should resolve outstanding unemployment issues before launching new UC system
May 07, 2021

Bullock condemns misleading mailings to Black and Brown communities
May 07, 2021