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Medical professionals detail acetaminophen and autism misinformation

(Sep 30, 2025) Policy Committee

“All this misinformation coming from the White House and federal government has done real damage,” said Rep. Abigail Salisbury, who hosted the hearing, serves as the chair of the Pennsylvania Autism Caucus and is autistic. “We heard directly from medical professionals, who explained how resources and their time is being dominated by combatting this misinformation – instead of devoting their time to research or dealing with the real-life concerns of their patients.” Read more

 

Technology would increase access to state programs, services for all

(Sep 25, 2025) Policy Committee

“Sadly, as we heard today, not everyone in Pennsylvania has the ability to access the services and information provided by our state government,” said Rep. Joe Hohenstein, who represents portions of Philadelphia and hosted the House Majority Policy Committee hearing during his Disability Summit at Temple University. “For many, technology can serve as a lifeline. Universal access and universal accommodation would allow everyone, including people with disabilities, to access state government services and information, including something as vital as employment opportunities.” Read more

 

Tech Accelerator: Providing Access to State Government for All Pennsylvanians

(Sep 25, 2025) Policy Committee

Submitted written testimony for Policy Hearing on Tech Accelerator held on Sept. 25, 2025 in Philadelphia. Read more

 

Immigration, workforce development focus of Hazleton roundtable

(Sep 24, 2025) Policy Committee

Connecting people with the skills they need to succeed in the workplace, and the role immigrants play in powering Pennsylvania’s economy were two of the topics explored during a community roundtable held Wednesday afternoon in Hazleton Read more

 

Testifiers detail harrowing statistics of maternal and infant mortality rates in PA

(Sep 18, 2025) Policy Committee

An ongoing health care crisis in Pennsylvania is resulting in hundreds of mothers and infants dying each year during pregnancy or in the first months following birth. Rep. Gina H. Curry, who represents portions of Delaware County, convened a PA House Majority Policy Committee hearing Thursday to find answers and hear from experts about what can be done to improve health outcomes for all. Read more

 

Roundtable, tour examines Norristown State Hospital

(Sep 17, 2025) Policy Committee

“The staff at Norristown State Hospital is continuing the challenging work of helping patients receive the treatment they need,” said state Rep. Greg Scott, who represents portions of Montgomery County and hosted the event. “The tour helped lawmakers understand the progress we still need to make in behavioral health.” Read more

 

Testifiers detail positive impacts of psilocybin on treatment-resistant depression

(Sep 16, 2025) Policy Committee

As Pennsylvanians living with severe mental health struggles continue to try to find treatment that works for them, studies show that new, innovative therapies can help address treatment-resistant depression. Read more

 

Testifiers detail reason for electric bill increases, highlight relief options for consumers

(Sep 10, 2025) Policy Committee

Electricity usage is on the rise in Pennsylvania, and consumers are seeing the same rise on their electric bills. The PA House Majority Policy Committee convened a hearing Wednesday, hosted by Rep. Brian Munroe (D-Bucks), to identify the reason behind increasing rates and what can be done to save Pennsylvanians money. Read more

 

Policy roundtable discussion identifies barriers to attainable housing in PA

(Sep 09, 2025) Policy Committee

The rising cost of housing, coupled with a lack of availability for affordable homes, is leaving families across Pennsylvania struggling to put a roof over their heads. Rep. Jim Prokopiak (D-Bucks) hosted the House Majority Policy Committee on Tuesday for a roundtable discussion to identify barriers to attainable housing in Pennsylvania and ways lawmakers can help remove those barriers. Read more

 

Former lawmakers, educators discuss need to update PA’s civics education standards

(Sep 08, 2025) Policy Committee

As we approach the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation, civic engagement is at an all-time low. Educators and former lawmakers testified before the House Majority Policy Committee on reversing that trend and ensuring strong civics education in our K-12 schools to help preserve democracy. Read more

 

Airport will be hub for travel, manufacturing with arrival of Mainspring

(Sep 04, 2025) Policy Committee

“Testifiers detailed how state investments, Pennsylvania’s continued reduction of the Corporate Net Income Tax rate and the PA SITES program has helped attract and retain manufacturing and energy jobs across the region,” said House Majority Policy Committee Chairman Ryan Bizzarro. “While this is great news, testifiers also explained Pennsylvania needs to continue to improve the speed and turnaround for the permitting process in the competition for job creation.” Read more

 

Energy and Manufacturing in Southwest PA

(Sep 04, 2025) Policy Committee

Testimony from a House Majority Policy Committee hearing on energy and manufacturing in southwest Pennsylvania on Sept. 4, 2025 in Pittsburgh. Read more

 

Roundtable examines race to build data centers in Pennsylvania

(Sep 03, 2025) Policy Committee

“We know data centers will continue being built in Pennsylvania, so we gathered numerous voices to hear about the benefits, concerns, questions and economic incentives,” said state Rep. Emily Kinkead, who co-hosted the event and represents portions of Allegheny County. “Data centers create jobs and economic benefits, but we also heard from energy providers, organized labor, conservationists and the Farm Bureau about the need to be aware of specific issues.” Read more

 

Waterfront development in PA improved by tax credit program

(Sep 02, 2025) Policy Committee

“We heard directly from stakeholders on the benefit and demand for the Waterfront Tax Credit,” said state Rep. Emily Kinkead, who co-hosted the event and has sponsored legislation to expand waterfront development tax credits. “Right now, the demand for this program has outpaced its availability, and stakeholders detailed how its expansion could help Pennsylvania be a national leader when it comes to delivering economic development along our waterfront properties.” Read more

 

Waterfront Development Tax Credits

(Sep 02, 2025) Policy Committee

Testimony from the House Majority Policy Committee hearing on Waterfront Development Tax Credits on Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025 in Pittsburgh. Read more

 

Manufacturing competitiveness in Erie helps make Pennsylvania a national industry leader

(Aug 26, 2025) Policy Committee

Keeping Pennsylvania competitive in the manufacturing industry was the focus of a House Majority Policy Committee roundtable discussion and tour Tuesday morning. Read more

 

Policy Committee explores economic impacts of City Revitalization and Improvement Zones

(Aug 26, 2025) Policy Committee

Members of the House Majority Policy Committee toured areas of Erie County Monday to see firsthand how a City Revitalization and Improvement Zone (CRIZ) designation can positively impact local communities and strengthen economic development. Read more

 

City of Philadelphia confident in preparations to host 2026 events

(Aug 20, 2025) Policy Committee

Preparations are underway for the large influx of tourists set to visit Philadelphia next year for several major events that will be hosted throughout the city. The House Majority Policy Committee convened a hearing Wednesday to learn more about the safety and security measures being taken to ensure the well-being of both visitors and residents. Read more

 

Food insecurity crisis detailed during House Majority Policy hearing

(Aug 19, 2025) Policy Committee

The House Majority Policy Committee convened a hearing Tuesday afternoon, hosted by Rep. Amen Brown (D-Phila.), to discuss hunger and what can be done to address the ongoing issue. Read more

 

Policy Committee tours Centre County business, Centroid

(Aug 12, 2025) Policy Committee

“Millions of people raised in rural communities know how unique and important these communities are in helping shape their lives,” said event host Rep. Paul Takac, who represents a large rural area of Centre County. “Some of our local communities are struggling, and we wanted to learn from the experience and knowledge Centroid has gained from over 45 years of building a successful, world-class business. By concentrating on creating more job opportunities in rural PA we can help Pennsylvania compete – and win – in the global economy. Our job is to harness the tremendous potential of small businesses like Centroid to help create and sustain good, high-paying jobs right here in Pennsylvania.” Read more

 

Medical professionals detail acetaminophen and autism misinformation
Sep 30, 2025

Technology would increase access to state programs, services for all
Sep 25, 2025

Tech Accelerator: Providing Access to State Government for All Pennsylvanians
Sep 25, 2025

Immigration, workforce development focus of Hazleton roundtable
Sep 24, 2025

Testifiers detail harrowing statistics of maternal and infant mortality rates in PA
Sep 18, 2025

Roundtable, tour examines Norristown State Hospital
Sep 17, 2025

Testifiers detail positive impacts of psilocybin on treatment-resistant depression
Sep 16, 2025

Testifiers detail reason for electric bill increases, highlight relief options for consumers
Sep 10, 2025

Policy roundtable discussion identifies barriers to attainable housing in PA
Sep 09, 2025

Former lawmakers, educators discuss need to update PA’s civics education standards
Sep 08, 2025

Airport will be hub for travel, manufacturing with arrival of Mainspring
Sep 04, 2025

Energy and Manufacturing in Southwest PA
Sep 04, 2025

Roundtable examines race to build data centers in Pennsylvania
Sep 03, 2025

Waterfront development in PA improved by tax credit program
Sep 02, 2025

Waterfront Development Tax Credits
Sep 02, 2025

Manufacturing competitiveness in Erie helps make Pennsylvania a national industry leader
Aug 26, 2025

Policy Committee explores economic impacts of City Revitalization and Improvement Zones
Aug 26, 2025

City of Philadelphia confident in preparations to host 2026 events
Aug 20, 2025

Food insecurity crisis detailed during House Majority Policy hearing
Aug 19, 2025

Policy Committee tours Centre County business, Centroid
Aug 12, 2025