I’ve been thinking lately about the late K. Leroy Irvis, who was the first African American to serve as a House speaker in Pennsylvania and the first Black man since Reconstruction to serve in that position in any statehouse in the country. Read more
Neighbors – don’t miss tonight’s Southwest Philly Community Meeting! Read more
Women’s History Month got off to a great start this year – as the first ever woman Speaker of the House, Representative Joanna McClinton, was elected and sworn in! Read more
Since it was first established as a commonwealth on Dec. 12, 1787, the state governance of Pennsylvania, while figuring prominently in the birth of the country, has served as a microcosm of what happens in the hallowed halls of legislation in every state in the nation. Read more
Neighbors – Gov. Josh Shapiro delivered his first budget address this week to the General Assembly! Read more
HARRISBURG, March 8 – This week, Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware, announced the members of the House Democratic Caucus who will serve as majority chairs for the state House’s 24 standing committees for the 2023-24 legislative session. “House committees are where the hard work gets done - where legislation is refined and where there are public hearings before bills advance to the full House for consideration,” McClinton said. “Committee work is the cornerstone of the legislative process, and I am confident that these dedicated leaders will govern their committees with fairness and professionalism.” Aging and Older Adult Services – Rep. Patty Kim, D-Dauphin/Cumberland. Agriculture and Rural Affairs– Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-Luzerne. Appropriations – Rep. Jordan Harris, D-Phila. Children and Youth – Rep. Donna Bullock, D-Phila. Commerce – Rep. John Galloway, D-Bucks. Consumer Protection, Technology and Utilities– Rep. Rob Matzie, D-Beaver. Education – Rep. Pete Schweyer, D-Lehigh. Environmental Resources and Energy - Rep. Greg Vitali, D-Delaware. Finance – Rep. Steve Samuelson, D-Northampton. Game and Fisheries – Rep. Anita Kulik, D-Allegheny. Gaming Oversight – Rep. Pat Harkins, D-Erie. Health – Rep. Dan Frankel, D-Allegheny. Housing and Community Development – Rep. Mike Sturla, D-Lancaster. Human Services Read more
Philadelphia state Rep. Joanna McClinton on Tuesday became the first woman to serve as speaker of the Pennsylvania House, ascending to the chamber’s top position on the strength of a fresh one-vote Democratic majority. Read more
Philly state Rep. Joanna McClinton made history on Tuesday, becoming the first woman and second Black person to ever serve as speaker of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Read more
State Rep. Joanna McClinton made history at just the right time – on the last day of Black History month, with Women’s History Month dawning the next day. Read more
Neighbors – Are you looking for ways to cut your utility costs? If so, the Southwest Energy Forum is great a way to learn how to lower your utility bills throughout the year. Read more
HARRISBURG, Feb. 28 – Today state Rep. Joanna McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware, was elected the first woman to serve as speaker of the Pennsylvania State House of Representatives in the chamber’s near 250-year history. During remarks in the House chamber, McClinton acknowledged the history being made and her commitment to bipartisanship. She thanked her colleagues for their support. “In my career, I’ve been blessed to achieve other ‘firsts’ in this chamber, and I am equally honored to serve as this historic body’s first woman speaker,” McClinton said. “I stand before you today, humbled and honored to be elected your speaker, and most importantly, my election today makes me more hopeful about the future of our commonwealth and our communities. “I’m confident if we collaborate rather than criticize, debate rather than disparage and replace shortsighted political gain with sincere cooperation - this body can do better - and will do better. Today can be our fresh start. Each of us is here because our neighbors have placed their trust in us. And that collective trust is what empowers us to act in the interest of our communities and to advance Pennsylvania for the common good.” McClinton , who was first elected in 2015, represents communities in west and southwest Philadelphia and Yeadon and Darby boroughs in Delaware County. Before being elected, she served as assistant public defender for seven Read more
HARRISBURG, Feb. 24 – State House Democrats in Delaware County today are congratulating five regional libraries for earning competitive state awards to improve their facilities. The libraries were each one of only 21 libraries in 15 counties to receive the state Department of Education grants. Darby Library Co., $728,726 Norwood Public Library, $14,811 Rachel Kohl Community Library, $190,398 Radnor Public Library, $47,000 Yeadon Public Library, $26,415 “Our libraries benefit the public with outstanding programs and services, and I congratulate the librarians and staff who put in so much hard work earning these awards,” House Majority Leader Joanna McClinton said. “This funding represents taxpayer money reinvested in our communities and expands reading and learning in Delco. It’s an outstanding win-win.” “Thank you to the Shapiro administration for this investment in Norwood and all of our communities,” state Rep. Dave Delloso said. “These competitive grants reflect highly on the great work that our library employees conduct every day for their neighbors.” “Congratulations are in order for Radnor and the rest of these amazing Delco libraries on funding hard fought and earned,” state Rep. Lisa Borowski said. “Libraries are one of the most valuable resources in a community, and I look forward to seeing the many returns on this investment for Read more
Neighbors – I write this week in support of survivors of childhood sexual abuse. State legislators have a unique opportunity this week to advance a bill to help these survivors seek the justice they deserve. Read more
Taking part in the discussion hosted by Rep. Manny Guzman were Lt. Gov. Austin Davis, House Majority Leader Joanna McClinton and Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus Chairwoman Rep. Donna Bullock. Read more
State Rep. Joanna McClinton (D-Philadelphia) has made history in Harrisburg, rising through the ranks to become the first Black woman to be elected chair of the House Democratic Caucus and first female House Democratic leader. Yet becoming an elected official was something she had to be talked into. Read more
In honor of Black History Month, my office is recognizing several trailblazers of the Pennsylvania General Assembly! This week, we’re recognizing Speaker K. Leroy Irvis, who in 1958 was elected by Pittsburgh’s Hill District. Read more
When Penn Wood Track coach Lenny Jordan saw the backhoe and shovels in the dirt at Kerr Field on Tuesday morning he realized plans he had heard about for years but thought would never happen, were becoming reality: a new sports complex with an actual track. Read more
State Rep. Joanna E. McClinton, (D.-191st) said she absolutely sees a path for her to become Speaker of the House after special elections for three house seats in Allegheny County are decided tonight. Read more
In February we celebrate Black History Month! This year's theme is 'Black Resistance,' which notes the strength of African Americans in resisting oppression of various forms throughout history and present day. Read more
Joanna McClinton unsure whether she'll become Pa.'s first female speaker Read more
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