The Budget, Pennsylvania Open Markets Act & Community Events

(Jul 05, 2024)

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Frankel cheers committee approval of bills to support rural health care, regulate hospital mergers

(Jun 26, 2024)

“When rural facilities cannot attract or retain health care professionals, they can’t keep their doors open, and patients have to travel increasing distances to get basic preventative or emergency care – that’s bad for outcomes, and it’s bad for this commonwealth,” said Frankel, who worked with Republican Health Chair Kathy Rapp to develop the bill. “The foundation of our health care system is its workers, so that’s where any effort to support rural health institutions must begin.” Read more

 

Welcoming Pittsburgh’s Newest US Citizens and Community Events

(Jun 21, 2024)

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House passes Frankel bill to boost oversight of medical marijuana testing labs

(May 21, 2024)

“Every day, Pennsylvanians fill prescriptions at their pharmacies without worrying for a second about whether their medications are contaminated or inaccurately labeled,” Frankel said. “With this legislation, we are taking action to ensure that level of confidence in our medical marijuana program. “Patients deserve to know that cannabis products are what they say they are in terms of THC levels and that they are uncontaminated by mold, pesticides or heavy metals.” Read more

 

House adopts resolutions honoring Muslim and Jewish heritages

(May 07, 2024)

HARRISBURG, May 7 – On Monday, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives adopted two resolutions: H.R. 352- introduced by state Rep. Tarik Khan, D-Phila., to recognize July 2024 as “Muslim Heritage and Appreciation Month” in Pennsylvania. H.R. 365- introduced by state Rep. Dan Frankel, D-Allegheny, to recognize May 2024 as “Jewish American Heritage Month” in Pennsylvania. The resolutions were introduced as a package by the two legislators to celebrate both faiths. “Growing up as a Muslim kid in a Jewish neighborhood with a Catholic mom, I saw every day how diversity makes us stronger, better and more empathetic,” Khan said. “To paraphrase Mahatma Gandhi, ‘different religions are beautiful flowers from the same garden,’ and are equally true and majestic. Today’s resolutions are about celebrating these two equally beautiful and magnificent faiths.” “These two great faiths and cultures helped shape the world, and they also help shape almost every community in this commonwealth,” Frankel said. “At a time when conflict abroad has Jewish and Muslim Pennsylvanians feeling vulnerable, it’s more important than ever to create space for cultural education and appreciation.” Khan and Frankel were joined by several colleagues in the introduction of the two pieces of legislation, including state Reps. Read more

 

Frankel announces safety and security grant for Western PA School for Blind

(Apr 26, 2024)

“We are incredibly lucky to have this historic institution that serves children with complex needs in our community, and I am always working to ensure that they have the resources they need,” Frankel said. “With this funding, the Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children can help keep kids and staff safe so they can focus on learning.” Read more

 

Voting Resources and Barring Non-compete Agreements in Healthcare Employment

(Apr 19, 2024)

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Frankel, Venkat: House passes bill to bar noncompete agreements in health care employment

(Apr 17, 2024)

“This legislation deals with employment contracts for health care providers, but it’s really about patient care – it protects the long-term patient-care giver relationship that builds trust and improves outcomes,” said Frankel, who is majority chairman of the House Health Committee. “We know it’s not always easy to find the right health care provider, and it’s important that our laws not interfere with your ability to maintain that crucial relationship.” Read more

 

Frankel: 10.27 Healing Partnership awarded $350K to support future operations

(Apr 09, 2024)

“Our community still has a long path to healing, and we will need the love, hope and support these programs provide," Frankel said. "I am deeply grateful to the 10.27 Healing Partnership and thankful to DHS and the state and community partners who helped us secure this funding, which will ensure that this remarkable group remains a part of our journey.” Read more

 

Policy Committee Hearings in Pittsburgh, Meeting with POGOH and Community Events

(Mar 15, 2024)

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State lawmakers take legislative aim to honor Muslim and Jewish Pennsylvanians

(Mar 14, 2024)

HARRISBURG, March 14 – A diverse group of lawmakers proudly joined together today to unveil legislation honoring the heritage and contributions of Jewish and Muslim Pennsylvanians. “Growing up as a Muslim kid in a Jewish neighborhood with a Catholic mom, I saw every day how diversity makes us stronger, better and more empathetic,” said state Rep. Tarik Khan, D-Phila., lead sponsor of the resolution to designate July 2024 as Muslim Heritage Month. “To paraphrase Mahatma Gandhi, ‘different religions are beautiful flowers from the same garden,’ and are equally true and majestic. Today’s resolutions are about celebrating these two equally beautiful and magnificent faiths.” The Muslim American Heritage Month measure will be introduced alongside of a resolution by state Rep. Dan Frankel, D-Allegheny, to designate May 2024 as Jewish American Heritage Month . “These two great faiths and cultures helped shape the world, and they also help shape almost every community in this commonwealth,” Frankel said. “At a time when conflict abroad has Jewish and Muslim Pennsylvanians feeling vulnerable, it’s more important than ever to create space for cultural education and appreciation.” Khan and Frankel were joined by several colleagues in the introduction of the two pieces of legislation: Reps. Robert Freeman, D-Northampton; Matt Gergely, D-Allegheny; Jose Read more

 

The Budget, Pennsylvania Open Markets Act & Community Events
Jul 05, 2024

Frankel cheers committee approval of bills to support rural health care, regulate hospital mergers
Jun 26, 2024

Welcoming Pittsburgh’s Newest US Citizens and Community Events
Jun 21, 2024

Rally with UAW for Clean Indoor Air, PBM Reform Bill Clears House Health Committee and Community Resources
Jun 14, 2024

House Passes Bill to Provide Menstrual Hygiene Products in Schools, January 6th Capitol Police on House Floor and Community Events
Jun 07, 2024

Improving Medical Marijuana Lab Oversight, Expanding Maternal Blood Pressure Monitoring Coverage & Community Events
May 24, 2024

House passes Frankel bill to boost oversight of medical marijuana testing labs
May 21, 2024

Touring Pennsylvania fracking communities, observing United Way's 211 call center, and discovering local events
May 17, 2024

Helping counties provide quicker election returns, improving medical marijuana lab oversight and community events
May 10, 2024

House adopts resolutions honoring Muslim and Jewish heritages
May 07, 2024

Helping Counties Provide Quicker Election Returns, Improving Medical Marijuana Lab Oversight & Safety and Security Grant for Western PA School for Blind
May 02, 2024

Frankel announces safety and security grant for Western PA School for Blind
Apr 26, 2024

Voting Resources and Barring Non-compete Agreements in Healthcare Employment
Apr 19, 2024

Frankel, Venkat: House passes bill to bar noncompete agreements in health care employment
Apr 17, 2024

10.27 Healing Partnership Awarded State Funding, Strengthening Distracted Driving Laws & Opposing Conversion Therapy for LGBTQ+ Minors
Apr 12, 2024

Frankel: 10.27 Healing Partnership awarded $350K to support future operations
Apr 09, 2024

Ghost Guns, Barring Non-Compete Agreements in Healthcare Employment and Community Events
Mar 28, 2024

Empowering Social Workers and New Resolutions Celebrate Rich Heritage of Muslim Americans and Jewish Americans
Mar 22, 2024

Policy Committee Hearings in Pittsburgh, Meeting with POGOH and Community Events
Mar 15, 2024

State lawmakers take legislative aim to honor Muslim and Jewish Pennsylvanians
Mar 14, 2024