“Telemedicine is too convenient and too effective to ignore as a tool at this point,” said State Rep. Michael Schlossberg, an Allentown Democrat who has advocated for telehealth for mental health care. Read more
“It’s priority No. 1 statewide,” said state Rep. Kyle Donahue, D-113, Scranton, a first-time participant in the state budget debate. “The courts have spoken, and now it’s our job to live up to that and fix the broken system we have in the commonwealth.” Read more
Schlossberg served the previous two years as the minority caucus administrator. Read more
“We certainly do not want to put one of our industries in financial harm’s way. We expect them to pay their fair share just as anybody, whether you are a taxpayer or a business,” Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski (D-Luzerne) said. Read more
“Lead, asbestos, radon, mold and other hazardous elements are frequently found in our schools, which has significant short- and long-term effects on children and faculty,” said Rep. Bridget Kosierowski (D-Lackawanna). Read more
As a first term legislator, Pa. state Rep. Kyle Donahue is proud to stand in support of Eileen and Paul Miller in their advocacy for Senate Bill 37, which would help curb distracted driving. Read more
Their announcement comes on the heels of the Commonwealth Court’s ruling in the William Penn School District lawsuit, that Pennsylvania’s system of funding public education is unconstitutional. Read more
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“I want to thank Rep. Rozzi for his stewardship over these difficult couple of months in the chamber and for his steadfast leadership on behalf of victims of childhood sexual abuse,” Pashinski said. Read more
"I look forward to working with my colleagues on our shared efforts to protect people’s access to health care and mental health care, champion economic policies that favor Pennsylvania’s working families, fully and equitably fund our schools and advocate for meaningful measures to make our communities safer." Read more
The legislation was proposed Tuesday at a press conference by state Rep. Dan Miller, D-Allegheny, Rep. Bridget M. Kosierowski, D-Lackawanna, as well as Sen. Christine Tartaglione, D-Phila, and Sen. Tim Kearney, D-Delaware, who were joined by members of United Spinal, a nonprofit disability rights and veterans service organization. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Bridget Kosierowski joined state Rep. Dan Miller to introduce legislation which would require insurance to cover repair and maintenance of wheelchairs. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz, surrounded by many of her colleagues, celebrated the 179th anniversary of independence for the Dominican Republic. A proud Dominican small business owner, she understands the struggles that many face in the Commonwealth and continue to fight for a brighter future for all. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Manny Guzman, alongside several colleagues, celebrated the 179th anniversary of independence for the Dominican Republic. As a proud Dominican-American, Guzman reflected on the triumphs and struggles that Dominicans have faced but promised a renewed commitment to continue to fight for a better future and justice for all in the Commonwealth. Read more
As we head into this new House session, in the majority, we are determined to push investments in school buildings to the top of the list. Read more
The lawmakers, including Rep. Siegel, propose that “We need to do more to provide options for workers and their employers." Read more
“What’s gonna happen from here on out, and I’ve said this before, is that our opportunities as [the] Latino bloc here in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania are only gonna increase,” said Guzmán, introducing then Rep.-elect Cepeda-Freytiz. Read more
The lawmakers honored their roots with a two-part celebration that included a news conference and reception, and the participation of House Speaker Mark Rozzi and Majority Leader Joanna McClinton, among other legislators. Read more
Recently, five residents at River View Nursing and Rehab Center, Wilkes-Barre, participated in a graduation ceremony and were awarded certificates in recognition of their accomplishment by U.S. Congressman Matt Cartwright and state Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski. Read more
“This is great news for our county and all of Pennsylvania because we cannot deny that there is an alarming lack of health care workers in hospitals and health care facilities. We urgently need to find efficient ways to boost opportunities in this essential field,” Guzman said. Read more
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