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Pashinski, O’Mara introduce legislation with bipartisan support to reform hospital closure process

(Sep 23, 2022) Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, Rep. Jennifer M. O'Mara

House Bill 2849 doubles the time in which a hospital system must notify state and local agencies of a planned closure from 90 to 180 days. Read more

 

Webster introduces legislation aimed at strengthening school boards

(Sep 22, 2022) Rep. Joe Webster

“The better informed our school board members are in their decision making,” Webster said, “the more they can ensure our schools are providing the best education possible – while being fiscally sound.” Read more

 

Policy hearing identifies impacts of technological advancements on disabled community

(Sep 22, 2022) Rep. Joseph C. Hohenstein, Policy Committee

“As a member of the disabled community myself, it’s clear from today’s discussion we need to be more involved in the conversations and work to advance technology. As the saying goes: ‘Nothing about us, without us,” said Hohenstein. Read more

 

McNeill bill would require insurance coverage for prostate cancer screenings

(Sep 21, 2022) Rep. Jeanne McNeill

According to data from the American Cancer Society, one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. The illness can also lay dormant for many years without going detected; screenings can help find the cancer at an early stage. Read more

 

Kinsey, Bullock introduce legislation to address sickle cell disease

(Sep 21, 2022) Rep. Donna Bullock, Rep. Stephen Kinsey

This resolution would call on federal policymakers to ensure that individuals have access to all medications and forms of treatment, as well as ensure that any new therapies are covered by Medicare and Medicaid programs. Read more

 

Bullock, PLBC rally for equal pay for Black women

(Sep 21, 2022) Rep. Donna Bullock, Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus

PLBC Chairwoman Donna Bullock said Black women make 58 cents on the dollar compared to their white male counterparts and that Black Women’s Equal Pay Day, which is recognized every year, has moved to later in the year for 2022. The day coincides with the amount of time it takes Black women, working full time, year round, to ‘catch up’ to a white man’s salary from the previous year. Read more

 

Sappey, Bullock and Rabb introduce resolution recognizing September as Transcontinental Underground Railroad Month

(Sep 21, 2022) Rep. Christina Sappey, Rep. Donna Bullock, Rep. Christopher M. Rabb

Sappey had introduced resolutions commemorating the month in previous legislative sessions and this year was joined by colleagues Bullock and Rabb. The language of the document was drafted with support from the Legislative Black Caucus and the House Equity Committee. Read more

 

PLBC statement on DelRosso House chamber remarks

(Sep 21, 2022) Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus

Leader McClinton brings hard work, determination, education and her life experiences to the position, and the arrogance shown to try and minimize this accomplishment for whatever reason is appalling. Read more

 

O’Mara initiative to increase donations to Veterans Trust Fund enacted into law

(Sep 20, 2022) Rep. Jennifer M. O'Mara

Senate Bill 96, which contains language initially introduced and championed by O’Mara since her first term in 2019, raises contributions to the Veterans Trust Fund when drivers renew their license. Read more

 

PLBC meets with NAAGA and Second Amendment Caucus on gun issues

(Sep 20, 2022) Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus

“Black gun owners are uniquely positioned to discuss public safety and gun violence prevention while protecting the rights of legal, responsible gun owners.” Read more

 

Climate Caucus members call on the legislature to act during Climate Action Week

(Sep 20, 2022) Rep. Rick Krajewski, Rep. Danielle Friel Otten, Climate Caucus

Citing rising temperatures and an increase in climate related disasters, members expressed an urgent need to cut carbon emissions and quicken the transition to clean, renewable energy. Read more

 

Abney introduces bill to help small, local businesses get up and running

(Sep 20, 2022) Rep. Aerion Andrew Abney

“Local businesses are the engines driving our economy,” Abney said. “A financial jumpstart to help small businesses get established should encourage entrepreneurship.” Read more

 

Guzman and Burgos join efforts to aid people affected by Hurricane Fiona in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic

(Sep 19, 2022) Rep. Manuel Guzman, Rep. Danilo Burgos

The lawmakers, who lead the Pennsylvania Latino Caucus, thanked Governor Tom Wolf for deploying two members of PA Task Force 1 to Puerto Rico to support Hurricane Fiona response. Read more

 

Cephas and Davis move Dignity for Incarcerated Women Act to the Senate

(Sep 19, 2022) Rep. Morgan B. Cephas, Rep. Tina Davis

The Dignity for Incarcerated Women Act, which passed unanimously, would improve visitation rights for incarcerated parents, ban shackling pregnant people and enhance restraint documentation, along with other provisions. Read more

 

House Tourism and Recreational Development Committee hosts hearing on impact of public gardens

(Sep 19, 2022) Rep. Christina Sappey

Sappey requested the hearing to highlight the far-reaching economic, educational, environmental and physical benefits provided by Pennsylvania’s many public gardens, and to encourage promotion of public gardens throughout the commonwealth as a top priority for the Tourism and Recreational Development Committee. Read more

 

House Democrats host news conference to address diaper needs in state

(Sep 19, 2022) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans, Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, Rep. Tina Davis

Hill-Evan’s H.B. 692, which was introduced in 2021, would establish a grant program to improve, enhance and expand access to clean diapers for infants, children, and incontinent adults. Read more

 

Kim announces initiative to give Pittsburgh Steelers fans a say in broadcasted games

(Sep 16, 2022) Rep. Patty Kim

“Secondary market decisions not only affect the fans, banned from watching the teams they support, but can also negatively impact the financial earnings of stations forced to carry less popular teams,” said Kim. “Local bars and restaurants also suffer financial losses when NFL fans stay away on game day.” Read more

 

Burns proposes ‘Blue Alert’ system to protect officers, public

(Sep 16, 2022) Rep. Frank Burns

This system utilizes technologies employed by the established Amber Alert System and is currently implemented in 37 states. Read more

 

Matzie: What sports betting has done for western Pa.

(Sep 16, 2022) Rep. Robert Matzie

Legalized sports betting has proved to be a real shot in the arm to our state, and I am very proud of the hard work it took to make this happen. This will be a useful revenue source for state and local governments in Pennsylvania for a long time. Read more

 

Rep. Kenyatta calls for legislature to pass mental health legislation 

(Sep 15, 2022) Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta

“Too many people are struggling with their mental health across the commonwealth, and I fear that we are not doing enough in the legislature to address it,” Kenyatta said. “We need to pass legislation and provide more resources to help those who are suffering with a mental health crisis.” Read more

 

Pashinski, O’Mara introduce legislation with bipartisan support to reform hospital closure process
Sep 23, 2022

Webster introduces legislation aimed at strengthening school boards
Sep 22, 2022

Policy hearing identifies impacts of technological advancements on disabled community
Sep 22, 2022

McNeill bill would require insurance coverage for prostate cancer screenings
Sep 21, 2022

Kinsey, Bullock introduce legislation to address sickle cell disease
Sep 21, 2022

Bullock, PLBC rally for equal pay for Black women
Sep 21, 2022

Sappey, Bullock and Rabb introduce resolution recognizing September as Transcontinental Underground Railroad Month
Sep 21, 2022

PLBC statement on DelRosso House chamber remarks
Sep 21, 2022

O’Mara initiative to increase donations to Veterans Trust Fund enacted into law
Sep 20, 2022

PLBC meets with NAAGA and Second Amendment Caucus on gun issues
Sep 20, 2022

Climate Caucus members call on the legislature to act during Climate Action Week
Sep 20, 2022

Abney introduces bill to help small, local businesses get up and running
Sep 20, 2022

Guzman and Burgos join efforts to aid people affected by Hurricane Fiona in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic
Sep 19, 2022

Cephas and Davis move Dignity for Incarcerated Women Act to the Senate
Sep 19, 2022

House Tourism and Recreational Development Committee hosts hearing on impact of public gardens
Sep 19, 2022

House Democrats host news conference to address diaper needs in state
Sep 19, 2022

Kim announces initiative to give Pittsburgh Steelers fans a say in broadcasted games
Sep 16, 2022

Burns proposes ‘Blue Alert’ system to protect officers, public
Sep 16, 2022

Matzie: What sports betting has done for western Pa.
Sep 16, 2022

Rep. Kenyatta calls for legislature to pass mental health legislation 
Sep 15, 2022