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Cannabis and Social Justice: The Impacts of Criminalization

(Mar 01, 2022) Policy Committee, Rep. Amen Brown, Rep. Darisha Parker, Rep. Gina H. Curry

“If we are going to talk about legalization of adult-use cannabis, we must carefully examine the history of criminalization on our communities of color. My hope with this hearing is that we can learn how to save time, money, and resources by legalizing adult-use cannabis.” Read more

 

Cephas: We cannot delay addressing the student loan crisis; it's time to act

(Feb 28, 2022) Rep. Morgan B. Cephas

With the anticipation of inflation and the rising cost of goods and services, the time has never been more critical for the student loan crisis to be addressed by our colleagues in Washington. Read more

 

PA Women’s Health Caucus Applauds Medicaid Coverage Extension for Postpartum Individuals

(Feb 25, 2022) Women’s Health Caucus

“Along with my colleagues in the Women’s Health Caucus, I am grateful that Pennsylvania is taking this important step in the right direction by extending postpartum coverage for Medicaid patients from the current 60 days to a full 12 months,” said Representative Mary Jo Daley (D-148 Montgomery) and co-chair of the Women’s Health Caucus. Read more

 

McNeill calls on legislature to move animal rights legislation

(Feb 25, 2022) Rep. Jeanne McNeill

“As elected officials, we have an ethical obligation to serve all of our constituents, human or not,” said McNeill. “It’s time leadership moved on these pieces of legislation, and I encourage those who agree to connect with their elected representatives and insist movement on these bills in the coming weeks.” Read more

 

Harkins: For a stronger public safety response, is it time to combine forces?

(Feb 24, 2022) Rep. Patrick J. Harkins

Because the stakes involved – protecting the lives of our most vulnerable residents – are so high, it’s critical that we get this right. Read more

 

Kenyatta Issues Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine

(Feb 24, 2022) Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta

Kenyatta said that he has drafted a resolution to condemn Putin’s actions and is asking that it be passed swiftly to “show our solidarity for the people of Ukraine.” Read more

 

Now Open for Applications: Workforce Development, Substance Use Prevention, and Volunteer Fire Assistance Funding Opportunities

(Feb 22, 2022) Appropriations

Check out the state programs now open for applications. Read more

 

Schlossberg: Our fates are bound together. Let’s govern like it

(Feb 21, 2022) Rep. Mike Schlossberg

From our investments in health care, job creation centers, early childhood education and more — this budget recognizes a fundamental truth: We all have an obligation to each other. We all need each other to be successful because your success will positively impact mine. Read more

 

Miller named to state Employment First Oversight Commission

(Feb 18, 2022) Rep. Dan Miller

Commission to promote employment, competitive wages for people with disabilities Read more

 

Advocates urge lawmakers to get proactive about making Pennsylvania schools safer

(Feb 16, 2022) Policy Committee, Rep. Joseph Ciresi, Rep. Maureen E. Madden

Max Schachter and Tony Montalto, two parents who lost children to the Parkland school shooting, shared their personal stories and research about what other states are doing to make schools safer. Read more

 

Attracting workers & families: House Democrats plan to put money back into pockets

(Feb 15, 2022) Policy Committee, Rep. Melissa Shusterman

By 2023, the federal government and 30 states will have enacted earned income and childcare tax credits. Read more

 

Daley to introduce legislation to protect privacy of pregnant people

(Feb 15, 2022) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

“Now that we’ve seen citizens-turned-vigilantes empowered to take those seeking reproductive health care to court in other states, this mining of personal information can open the door for personal attacks on pregnant people looking for help,” Daley said. Read more

 

Policy discussion: Construction workers and unemployment compensation

(Feb 15, 2022) Policy Committee, Rep. Jennifer M. O'Mara

“This pandemic has been hard on everyone, and we need to do everything we can to make sure we don’t lose sight of what went wrong and learn how we can do better for construction workers and all workers in our commonwealth.” Read more

 

State Rep. Chris Rabb to reintroduce the Fair Share Tax Plan

(Feb 14, 2022) Rep. Christopher M. Rabb

“This bill is vital to struggling Pennsylvania workers who pay a ridiculously high tax rate compared to their more well-off counterparts,” Rabb said. “This legislation would make taxation equitable and fair in Pennsylvania and improve Pennsylvanian’s quality of living.” Read more

 

Hohenstein: I know how it feels to be different

(Feb 14, 2022) Rep. Joseph C. Hohenstein

The experiences of disabled people are quintessentially part of the human experience. Almost everyone will, at some point in their lives, whether permanently or temporarily, know the sensation of a disability. Read more

 

Cephas joins First Lady Wolf, administration officials, Tuttleman Foundation to announce doula pilot program for pregnant women who are incarcerated

(Feb 14, 2022) Rep. Morgan B. Cephas

Doula services have been found to ease the pregnancy and labor process and improve birth outcomes for both mother and child, according to many studies. Read more

 

Students are at heart in disability-inclusive bill for Pa. schools

(Feb 11, 2022) Rep. Joseph C. Hohenstein

“When I was young, I wore a hearing aid that embarrassed me because of the way people treated me. Many people can relate to a feeling like this,” Hohenstein said, noting that one out of five people have a disability. “Now, when I look at kids who have colorful wheelchairs, and even hearing aids, my heart swells with pride for how far we’ve come." Read more

 

Shusterman: Gov. Wolf's budget proposal is an investment in Pennsylvania's future

(Feb 10, 2022) Rep. Melissa Shusterman

I look forward to working with my colleagues to pass a once-in-a-generation budget that prioritizes the needs of the people of the commonwealth, investing in our children, businesses and the most vulnerable citizens, all while not increasing taxes. Read more

 

Matzie introduces ‘Megan’s Law’ bill to protect nursing home residents and staff from sexual assault

(Feb 10, 2022) Rep. Robert Matzie

Matzie, D-Beaver/Allegheny, said H.B. 2341 – which would function as a Megan’s Law for the state’s nursing homes – would establish protections that are needed immediately. Read more

 

Hohenstein: Wolf's final budget proposal underscores complicated time for PA

(Feb 09, 2022) Rep. Joseph C. Hohenstein

The 2022/23 budget approaches the coming fiscal year by choosing opportunity over status quo and prioritizes our core ideals of investing in education at all levels; making Pennsylvania a better place to work and do business; supporting families and caregivers; and prioritizing seniors, veterans, and all vulnerable populations – all without raising taxes. Read more

 

Cannabis and Social Justice: The Impacts of Criminalization
Mar 01, 2022

Cephas: We cannot delay addressing the student loan crisis; it's time to act
Feb 28, 2022

PA Women’s Health Caucus Applauds Medicaid Coverage Extension for Postpartum Individuals
Feb 25, 2022

McNeill calls on legislature to move animal rights legislation
Feb 25, 2022

Harkins: For a stronger public safety response, is it time to combine forces?
Feb 24, 2022

Kenyatta Issues Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine
Feb 24, 2022

Now Open for Applications: Workforce Development, Substance Use Prevention, and Volunteer Fire Assistance Funding Opportunities
Feb 22, 2022

Schlossberg: Our fates are bound together. Let’s govern like it
Feb 21, 2022

Miller named to state Employment First Oversight Commission
Feb 18, 2022

Advocates urge lawmakers to get proactive about making Pennsylvania schools safer
Feb 16, 2022

Attracting workers & families: House Democrats plan to put money back into pockets
Feb 15, 2022

Daley to introduce legislation to protect privacy of pregnant people
Feb 15, 2022

Policy discussion: Construction workers and unemployment compensation
Feb 15, 2022

State Rep. Chris Rabb to reintroduce the Fair Share Tax Plan
Feb 14, 2022

Hohenstein: I know how it feels to be different
Feb 14, 2022

Cephas joins First Lady Wolf, administration officials, Tuttleman Foundation to announce doula pilot program for pregnant women who are incarcerated
Feb 14, 2022

Students are at heart in disability-inclusive bill for Pa. schools
Feb 11, 2022

Shusterman: Gov. Wolf's budget proposal is an investment in Pennsylvania's future
Feb 10, 2022

Matzie introduces ‘Megan’s Law’ bill to protect nursing home residents and staff from sexual assault
Feb 10, 2022

Hohenstein: Wolf's final budget proposal underscores complicated time for PA
Feb 09, 2022