“In a minor way I’m here to convey my support,” Rep. Mike Schlossberg said, and described the events in Israel as “an unquestionable attack on all Jews.” Read more
Here are several grant programs that are open for applications. Read more
“We need to do more to coordinate care, remove bureaucratic disparities, and make sure that all populations in Pennsylvania are being heard. By creating this council, the governor is proving -- yet again -- how serious he is about addressing mental health care in PA,” said Schlossberg. Read more
Rep. Samuelson was joined on stage at Musikfest Café, an indoor performance venue on the SteelStacks campus, by Rep. Jeanne McNeill, D-Lehigh, and ArtsQuest officials, who described the impacts of speculative ticket sales. Read more
“I am thrilled for Alvernia University and the opening of the John and Karen Arnold School of Nursing,” said state Rep. Manny Guzman. "“Funding from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) has been critical to moving this project forward and my team and I are honored to have made a difference." Read more
State Rep. Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D., Berks) said that as a small business owner and mother, jumping into public service was a nearly impossible hurdle while keeping a roof over her family’s head and food on the table. Read more
“Agriculture is an economically and culturally critical industry in Pennsylvania, and our veterinarians play a vital role in keeping livestock healthy, preventing and treating diseases, and ensuring the humane treatment of animals,” House Agriculture Committee Chairman Eddie Day Pashinski said. Read more
“We’re trying to get ahead of what we perceive as a potential problem down the road,” Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski said. Read more
ArtsQuest and state Rep. Steve Samuelson are calling on lawmakers to pass a bill that would put an end to what's known as speculative ticket selling. Read more
"It's common sense," Rep. Samuelson said. "You shouldn't be able to sell something you don't have. When you go to the neighborhood grocery, they don't sell what they don't have. Let's protect the consumer in Pennsylvania." Read more
"Currently, the only communities that are able to create public housing police forces are Philadelphia and Pittsburgh and yet, many smaller cities also face similar problems with crime," said state Rep. Robert Freeman. Read more
Sen. Schwank and state Rep. Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D-129) hosted a panel to discuss domestic violence and ways to prevent it. Both lawmakers agree, talking about domestic violence needs to start with young adults. Read more
“Let’s protect the consumers of Pennsylvania,” said Rep. Steve Samuelson, who was joined at the press conference by ArtsQuest CEO and President Kassie Hilgert and Rep. Jeanne McNeill. Read more
A roster of invited dignitaries participated in the activities and espoused the significance of the GoggleWorks Art Park for the Reading community, including PA House Reps. Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz and Manny Guzman. Read more
“These grants show the importance of improved and accessible recreational spaces in our communities,” Freeman said. “Parks, trails and other green spaces offer relaxation and locations for people to enjoy either alone or with friends and family.” Read more
"It’s always nice when residents directly benefit from state funding, and this is just one example of that happening in our area,” said Kosierowski. Read more
“Do we value suicide prevention as a society, or not?” Rep. Schlossberg said. “If you’ve got successful programs that have proven they can make a difference, like Pinebrook, we need to fund them.” Read more
Majority Chairman of the Pa. House Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee, state Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski spoke during a Center for Rural Pennsylvania press conference on their recent findings regarding rural population trends in the Commonwealth. Given the wide range of policies that are impacted by population change, long-term planning that incorporates the expertise of a variety of stakeholders—including state and local officials, nonprofit groups, business and industry leaders, among others—will ensure that the Commonwealth is prepared for these changes, and that our rural communities remain resilient in the coming decades. To learn more about this research, visit the Center’s website for its most recent publication, "Pennsylvania Population Projections 2050: A First Look," here: https://www.rural.pa.gov/data/population-projections . Read more
“The South Bethlehem Greenway has been a ribbon of connectivity in our community for 20 years," said Rep. Steve Samuelson. "Thank you, Governor Shapiro, for this critical funding to enable the Greenway and the Saucon Rail Trail to connect for 20 miles.” Read more
Democratic Lehigh Valley state Reps. Steve Samuelson and Jeanne McNeill joined Gov. Shapiro at the announcement. Read more
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