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PA's failing grade in civics topic of House Majority Policy Hearing in Bucks

(Sep 09, 2025)

“The future of our democracy rests in the hands of the next generation. But if they’re not well-informed or prepared, it’s likely they won’t participate at all. Discussions like these are important to ensuring the vitality of both our democracy and our commonwealth,” said Rep. Tim Brennan (D-Bucks), who hosted Monday’s hearing. Read more

 

Pennsylvania House Majority Policy Committee hosts hearing in Bucks County on improving Civics Education in our schools

(Sep 09, 2025)

The hearing was chaired by state Representative Tim Brennan (D-Bucks) and took place in front of many high school students whom Brennan had met beforehand on Monday to discuss the importance of civic duty. Read more

 

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

(Sep 08, 2025)

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

 

You're invited: my Policy Hearing at NHSHS on Monday

(Sep 05, 2025)

E-newsletter for September 5, 2025 Read more

 

Brennan to host Sept. 8 Policy Hearing on civics education in New Hope

(Sep 04, 2025)

The public is invited to attend a meeting of the PA House Majority Policy Committee, hosted by state Rep. Tim Brennan, D-Bucks, at 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 8 at New Hope-Solebury High School on how robust civics education, starting in elementary school and continuing through high school, is key to preserving the country’s democracy and inspiring young people to participate in democratic processes. Read more

 

Bucks County lawmakers, riders rally against SEPTA cuts, call on Pennsylvania GOP senators to act

(Aug 25, 2025)

State Reps. Tim Brennan, Jim Prokopiak and Brian Munroe joined community members and grassroots organizers at the station, saying the crisis extends beyond Philadelphia and into the surrounding counties. Read more

 

The outlook from Harrisburg + local updates

(Aug 22, 2025)

E-newsletter for August 22, 2025 Read more

 

A new PFAS treatment system is set for construction in this Bucks County community

(Aug 04, 2025)

State Sen. Steve Santarsiero, D-Bucks, and state Rep. Tim Brennan, D-Bucks, announced in July that Buckingham Township had been awarded $2,057,063 in state funding and a $615,089 loan to build a remediation system for PFASs, also known as forever chemicals, at the township's Hearthstone water treatment facility. Read more

 

Buckingham Gets $2M Grant to Remove ‘Forever Chemicals” from Water

(Jul 23, 2025)

Buckingham Township has been planning for a treatment system since 2023 to address the new lower federal limits for PFAS. Read more

 

Santarsiero, Brennan-backed water treatment project in Buckingham Township granted state funding

(Jul 17, 2025)

“PFAS contamination is a serious concern in our region, with real health consequences for families. It’s important to get solutions in place immediately,” Brennan said. Read more

 

State budget negotiations continue

(Jul 08, 2025)

E-newsletter for July 8, 2025 Read more

 

Legislative progress & local celebrations

(Jun 16, 2025)

E-newsletter for June 16, 2025 Read more

 

Brennan bill to extend mental health counseling moves to Senate

(Jun 06, 2025)

“We need to do far more to provide and normalize mental health services, and a big part of that is updating relevant Pennsylvania policy," said Brennan. Read more

 

O'Mara, Brennan bill to increase available mental health counseling advances to Senate

(Jun 04, 2025)

“I'm proud of my colleagues in the House for coming together to pass this bill. Mental health care should be simple to access when you need it — no matter where you live, work, or go to school,” Brennan said. Read more

 

Local voices & visits in plenty!

(May 30, 2025)

E-newsletter for May 30, 2025 Read more

 

Bucks County Community College graduates volunteer firefighters

(May 27, 2025)

State Representatives Tim Brennan and Kristin Marcell are actively working to provide state funding for training of first responders. Read more

 

Progress on my heart health bills

(May 16, 2025)

E-newsletter for May 16, 2025 Read more

 

Bill requiring AEDs at schools and school sporting events passes Pa. House committee

(May 09, 2025)

“This serves a purpose,” Brennan said. “This is a valuable life saving tool that we should have in our schools.” Read more

 

Brennan’s heart health bills to require AEDs at school athletic events & in state buildings move forward

(May 07, 2025)

Brennan said he crafted his legislation to address the fact that despite their success, AEDs are used outside of hospitals in only about 6% of cardiac arrests. Read more

 

Bucks Democratic Lawmakers Call for Full SEPTA Funding

(May 02, 2025)

“SEPTA is a critical piece of our economic infrastructure that supports jobs, tourism, and accessibility. Undermining this system would lead to a ripple effect of harm, stifling growth and taking our transportation system backwards at time we should be investing in sustainable, forward-thinking solutions," Brennan said. Read more

 

PA's failing grade in civics topic of House Majority Policy Hearing in Bucks
Sep 09, 2025

Pennsylvania House Majority Policy Committee hosts hearing in Bucks County on improving Civics Education in our schools
Sep 09, 2025

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

You're invited: my Policy Hearing at NHSHS on Monday
Sep 05, 2025

Brennan to host Sept. 8 Policy Hearing on civics education in New Hope
Sep 04, 2025

Bucks County lawmakers, riders rally against SEPTA cuts, call on Pennsylvania GOP senators to act
Aug 25, 2025

The outlook from Harrisburg + local updates
Aug 22, 2025

A new PFAS treatment system is set for construction in this Bucks County community
Aug 04, 2025

Buckingham Gets $2M Grant to Remove ‘Forever Chemicals” from Water
Jul 23, 2025

Santarsiero, Brennan-backed water treatment project in Buckingham Township granted state funding
Jul 17, 2025

State budget negotiations continue
Jul 08, 2025

Legislative progress & local celebrations
Jun 16, 2025

Brennan bill to extend mental health counseling moves to Senate
Jun 06, 2025

O'Mara, Brennan bill to increase available mental health counseling advances to Senate
Jun 04, 2025

Local voices & visits in plenty!
May 30, 2025

Bucks County Community College graduates volunteer firefighters
May 27, 2025

Progress on my heart health bills
May 16, 2025

Bill requiring AEDs at schools and school sporting events passes Pa. House committee
May 09, 2025

Brennan’s heart health bills to require AEDs at school athletic events & in state buildings move forward
May 07, 2025

Bucks Democratic Lawmakers Call for Full SEPTA Funding
May 02, 2025