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Students are at heart in disability-inclusive bill for Pa. schools

(Feb 11, 2022) Rep. Joseph C. Hohenstein

“When I was young, I wore a hearing aid that embarrassed me because of the way people treated me. Many people can relate to a feeling like this,” Hohenstein said, noting that one out of five people have a disability. “Now, when I look at kids who have colorful wheelchairs, and even hearing aids, my heart swells with pride for how far we’ve come." Read more

 

Shusterman: Gov. Wolf's budget proposal is an investment in Pennsylvania's future

(Feb 10, 2022) Rep. Melissa Shusterman

I look forward to working with my colleagues to pass a once-in-a-generation budget that prioritizes the needs of the people of the commonwealth, investing in our children, businesses and the most vulnerable citizens, all while not increasing taxes. Read more

 

Matzie introduces ‘Megan’s Law’ bill to protect nursing home residents and staff from sexual assault

(Feb 10, 2022) Rep. Robert Matzie

Matzie, D-Beaver/Allegheny, said H.B. 2341 – which would function as a Megan’s Law for the state’s nursing homes – would establish protections that are needed immediately. Read more

 

Hohenstein: Wolf's final budget proposal underscores complicated time for PA

(Feb 09, 2022) Rep. Joseph C. Hohenstein

The 2022/23 budget approaches the coming fiscal year by choosing opportunity over status quo and prioritizes our core ideals of investing in education at all levels; making Pennsylvania a better place to work and do business; supporting families and caregivers; and prioritizing seniors, veterans, and all vulnerable populations – all without raising taxes. Read more

 

PA Women’s Health Caucus Responds to Governor Tom Wolf’s Budget Address

(Feb 09, 2022) Women’s Health Caucus

“At its heart, we all know that a state budget is a financial plan which reflects our priorities. Prioritizing women’s health means prioritizing Pennsylvania’s families,” said Rep. Morgan Cephas. Read more

 

Ciresi and Shusterman introduce legislation to exempt at-home Covid tests from sales tax

(Feb 09, 2022) Rep. Joseph Ciresi, Rep. Melissa Shusterman

“By exempting at-home COVID-19 tests from the sales tax, we can help our residents and improve access to convenient diagnostic testing by removing this financial barrier." Read more

 

House Democrats applaud investments in people put forth in governor’s budget

(Feb 08, 2022) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

“The bottom line is simple: We’re faced with the unique opportunity to responsibly invest in our state. We share Governor Wolf’s belief that the best investment we can make is an investment in Pennsylvania’s future. We look forward to seeing this budget become reality.” Read more

 

Now open for applications: Homeowner assistance, nonprofit security, Act 13, and clean energy funding opportunities

(Feb 07, 2022) Appropriations

Learn about grant programs that are accepting applications. Read more

 

Merski elected chairman of Northwest Delegation

(Feb 07, 2022) Rep. Robert Merski

“Service is part of who I am,” Merski said. “After serving as treasurer, I’m honored to be elected to serve as chairman of the Northwest Delegation and guide our efforts to make sure our region’s needs are priorities in Harrisburg. Our corner of the state is blessed with rich natural resources and resilient people who have worked hard to reinvent our economy during extremely challenging times." Read more

 

Burgos to host Dominican Independence Day Event  

(Feb 04, 2022) Rep. Danilo Burgos

“In the United States, it is important that we recognize Dominican Independence Day,” Burgos said. “The Dominican population is growing, and we must acknowledge Dominican history and celebrate it.” Read more

 

House Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton votes in favor of Legislative Reapportionment Commission’s Final Legislative Maps

(Feb 04, 2022) Rep. Joanna E. McClinton

The House map that we vote on today is fair, representative and satisfies all constitutional requirements. I am proud to vote in favor of the final plan. I look forward to the implementation of this new, fair and representative House map in the upcoming 2022 primary election and for the next decade. Read more

 

State Rep. Chris Rabb to introduce resolution making Feb. 3 Emancipation Day, a state holiday

(Feb 03, 2022) Rep. Christopher M. Rabb

The holiday would celebrate the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s ratification of the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery in America – changing the lives of African Americans within and beyond Pennsylvania forever. Read more

 

Vitali: Commonwealth Budget Should Fully Fund Environmental Protection

(Feb 02, 2022) Rep. Greg Vitali

Pennsylvania has the money to fully fund DEP. According to the commonwealth’s Independent Fiscal Office, Pennsylvania’s General fund revenue surplus for fiscal year 2021-22 is projected to be over 1.6 billion dollars -the second largest in a decade. Read more

 

McClinton supports Gov. Wolf's $1.7 Billion Plan to Secure a Brighter Pennsylvania for Generations

(Feb 02, 2022) Rep. Joanna E. McClinton

The funds for Gov. Wolf’s action plan for Pennsylvania would come from the American Rescue Plan Act, which is federal dollars and would not pull from any general fund appropriations. Read more

 

Manufacturing roundtable: Helping businesses grow and thrive

(Feb 01, 2022) Policy Committee, Rep. Mike Schlossberg

“We are always interested in hearing from business owners about the challenges businesses are facing in PA,” Schlossberg said. “We love being in State College and today, and I want to thank Kevin from Pennsylvania IRC for helping to make this roundtable what it was.” Read more

 

Freeman bill would promote redevelopment of derelict factory buildings

(Feb 01, 2022) Rep. Robert L. Freeman

"Repurposing an old factory or mill for retail, office or arts space, or transforming them into dwellings, encourages economic development and improves the quality of life of a community," said Freeman. Read more

 

Ciresi introduces legislation to provide for sustainable community safe houses

(Feb 01, 2022) Rep. Joseph Ciresi

“This past year, many families in our communities have been left without shelter in the wake of serious storms like Ida,” Ciresi said. “Our residents need to have somewhere to go when their homes have been damaged by floods, wind or other types of natural disasters that we’re increasingly seeing in Pennsylvania.” Read more

 

Now open for applications: Violence prevention, economic development, and learning center funding opportunities

(Jan 31, 2022) Appropriations

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

 

Freeman bill would provide voters with earlier information on campaign contributions

(Jan 31, 2022) Rep. Robert L. Freeman

"The change would provide earlier disclosure and greater transparency on who is contributing to candidates for the General Assembly," Freeman said. "This is information voters should have access to earlier in a campaign than they currently do." Read more

 

McClinton joins Gov. Wolf to celebrate $225 million going to support healthcare workforce

(Jan 28, 2022) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

Pa. House Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton joined Governor Tom Wolf to celebrate $225 million going to support Pennsylvania’s heroic health care workforce. Read more

 

Students are at heart in disability-inclusive bill for Pa. schools
Feb 11, 2022

Shusterman: Gov. Wolf's budget proposal is an investment in Pennsylvania's future
Feb 10, 2022

Matzie introduces ‘Megan’s Law’ bill to protect nursing home residents and staff from sexual assault
Feb 10, 2022

Hohenstein: Wolf's final budget proposal underscores complicated time for PA
Feb 09, 2022

PA Women’s Health Caucus Responds to Governor Tom Wolf’s Budget Address
Feb 09, 2022

Ciresi and Shusterman introduce legislation to exempt at-home Covid tests from sales tax
Feb 09, 2022

House Democrats applaud investments in people put forth in governor’s budget
Feb 08, 2022

Now open for applications: Homeowner assistance, nonprofit security, Act 13, and clean energy funding opportunities
Feb 07, 2022

Merski elected chairman of Northwest Delegation
Feb 07, 2022

Burgos to host Dominican Independence Day Event  
Feb 04, 2022

House Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton votes in favor of Legislative Reapportionment Commission’s Final Legislative Maps
Feb 04, 2022

State Rep. Chris Rabb to introduce resolution making Feb. 3 Emancipation Day, a state holiday
Feb 03, 2022

Vitali: Commonwealth Budget Should Fully Fund Environmental Protection
Feb 02, 2022

McClinton supports Gov. Wolf's $1.7 Billion Plan to Secure a Brighter Pennsylvania for Generations
Feb 02, 2022

Manufacturing roundtable: Helping businesses grow and thrive
Feb 01, 2022

Freeman bill would promote redevelopment of derelict factory buildings
Feb 01, 2022

Ciresi introduces legislation to provide for sustainable community safe houses
Feb 01, 2022

Now open for applications: Violence prevention, economic development, and learning center funding opportunities
Jan 31, 2022

Freeman bill would provide voters with earlier information on campaign contributions
Jan 31, 2022

McClinton joins Gov. Wolf to celebrate $225 million going to support healthcare workforce
Jan 28, 2022