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House Democratic Caucus welcomes new legislator to Harrisburg

(Nov 17, 2021) Rep. Joanna E. McClinton

“Representative Welby is a well-respected leader in his community and I’m confident he’ll leverage his years of experience to elevate the voices of his Lackawanna County constituents. We’re proud to welcome him as the newest member of our state legislature,” said McClinton, D-Delaware/Phila. Read more

 

McClinton: Federal bill invests in Pa.; state legislative leaders need to do the same

(Nov 15, 2021) Rep. Joanna E. McClinton

We want to cut taxes for the businesses that put Pennsylvania —and Pennsylvanians — first. Read more

 

House unanimously passes bill to increase monthly pension amounts for some of Pennsylvania’s veterans

(Nov 12, 2021) Rep. Nick Pisciottano

“Our veterans deserve our continued support and after more than 20 years, it is time to increase these monthly pension payments,” said Pisciottano, who co-authored this bill with state Rep. Jim Gregory, R-Blair. Read more

 

It’s Time for Passing Legislation to Protect Animals

(Nov 12, 2021) Rep. Jeanne McNeill

This legislation, as introduced, not only would hold irresponsible breeders accountable, but also would provide protections for consumers who, sadly, find themselves facing unknown financial burdens due to the overbreeding and poor veterinary care impacting animals born from this severely tragic and brutal industry. Read more

 

Briggs calls out process used to advance bill to eliminate license to carry requirements

(Nov 10, 2021) Rep. Tim Briggs

“It’s only right that we treat each other with courtesy, respect and professionalism, but today that was not the case, and I let my counterpart know I was not happy with the lack of transparency.” Read more

 

Ciresi and Guzman applaud bipartisan infrastructure bill’s passenger rail funding

(Nov 10, 2021) Rep. Joseph Ciresi, Rep. Manuel Guzman

Ciresi and Guzman said they both view the restoration of a passenger rail service as the best way to alleviate this critical infrastructure issue and increase southeastern Pennsylvania’s economic growth. Read more

 

House Democrats unveil Propel PA plan to strengthen economic climate

(Nov 10, 2021) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

“As leaders in the General Assembly, we must decide the path we want to guide Pennsylvania down. Propel PA is the roadmap to making our state more attractive to the most successful businesses and the most skilled employees and we look forward to reaping the benefits this plan will bring.” Read more

 

Young seeks to ease burden on local election officials, fights against voter suppression through new legislation

(Nov 08, 2021) Rep. Regina Young

Part of Young’s legislation would deal with mail-in ballots, allowing them to be counted up to 21 days before an election and requiring that the counting process start within seven days of an election. The existing election guidelines forbid any vote counting earlier than Election Day. Read more

 

Sturla, Muth introduce Pennsylvania Water Resource Act

(Nov 08, 2021) Rep. Mike Sturla

Their legislation would charge extraordinary water users a nominal per-gallon fee for removing water from Pennsylvania waterways, either 1/100 of a cent per gallon ($0.0001) for those who return the water or 1/10 of a cent per gallon ($0.001) for those who never return it. Thus, a 10,000-gallon withdrawal would cost $1 per day and $10 per day respectively. Read more

 

Shusterman introduces Pa. Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit

(Nov 05, 2021) Rep. Melissa Shusterman

A member of the Pa. Workforce Development Board, Shusterman said the legislation would offer a Pennsylvania Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit to help Pennsylvanians get back to work without being overburdened by the cost of childcare. Read more

 

Now open for applications: Workforce development, clean diesel, and DC fast charging funding opportunities

(Nov 01, 2021) Appropriations

Read about state and other grant opportunities that are taking applications. Read more

 

Pennie's Open Enrollment Period is now open

(Nov 01, 2021) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

Pennie is Pennsylvanian's insurance marketplace and provides individuals and families with the ability to shop for high-quality health care plans and easily apply for financial assistance. Read more

 

Shusterman bill would give small growers piece of cannabis market

(Oct 29, 2021) Rep. Melissa Shusterman

Shusterman said she believes that because of the draconian laws in place about how many growers can be in one zone, the monopoly of several big corporations over this industry has created a supply shortage, which drives up prices and hurts consumers who need their prescribed medication. Read more

 

Ahead of Election Day, Rabb promotes various bills designed to make elections more equitable, accessible, fair

(Oct 29, 2021) Rep. Christopher M. Rabb

“Every single vote cast in an election is the voice of a person in that democracy exercising their right to shape that democracy,” Rabb said. Read more

 

Shusterman awarded National Association of Social Workers’ Legislator of the Year

(Oct 28, 2021) Rep. Melissa Shusterman

“I am honored to have an ally in the National Association of Social Workers as we march toward a kinder, more caring world,” Shusterman said. “I thank them for this recognition, and much more importantly I thank them for their essential work.” Read more

 

Kulik: House passes legislation to provide relief for restaurant industry

(Oct 28, 2021) Rep. Anita Astorino Kulik

“Safekeeping licenses became a lifeline for business owners who have either had to close their doors or had trouble reopening due to the financial instability of the pandemic,” said Kulik, who is a member of the House Liquor Control Committee. “By offering license holders an extension on safekeeping, we’re giving them more time to regroup and consider their options in moving forward with their business.” Read more

 

House passes Samuelson and Thomas bill to raise PACENET prescription income limits

(Oct 27, 2021) Rep. Steve Samuelson

“This bipartisan legislation expands access to prescription medications for our seniors by building upon the proven PACE/PACENET program and expanding eligibility,” Samuelson said. Read more

 

Deasy: Legislation to provide restaurants relief passes House

(Oct 27, 2021) Rep. Dan Deasy

Deasy, the Democratic chair of the House Liquor Control Committee, said the Senate amended H.B. 425 to include language from his proposed legislation to remove barriers to outdoor dining. The legislation also included initiatives authored by state Rep. Anita Kulik, D-Allegheny, to relax some requirements for safekeeping liquor licenses and by state Rep. Napoleon Nelson, D-Montgomery, expanding off-site catering permits. Read more

 

Cephas: Another virus is spreading around amongst children and must be stopped

(Oct 27, 2021) Rep. Morgan B. Cephas

Some of us may have seen the concerning headlines in the news about a little known virus called RSV, spreading through daycare centers and preschools, infecting our children and their families. Read more

 

Guzman pushes to restore turnpike jobs and ensure proper toll collection

(Oct 27, 2021) Rep. Manuel Guzman

Guzman is proposing a hybrid system that would bring back tollbooth workers during the road’s busiest hours so that the electronic system can be improved without incurring further revenue losses. Read more

 

House Democratic Caucus welcomes new legislator to Harrisburg
Nov 17, 2021

McClinton: Federal bill invests in Pa.; state legislative leaders need to do the same
Nov 15, 2021

House unanimously passes bill to increase monthly pension amounts for some of Pennsylvania’s veterans
Nov 12, 2021

It’s Time for Passing Legislation to Protect Animals
Nov 12, 2021

Briggs calls out process used to advance bill to eliminate license to carry requirements
Nov 10, 2021

Ciresi and Guzman applaud bipartisan infrastructure bill’s passenger rail funding
Nov 10, 2021

House Democrats unveil Propel PA plan to strengthen economic climate
Nov 10, 2021

Young seeks to ease burden on local election officials, fights against voter suppression through new legislation
Nov 08, 2021

Sturla, Muth introduce Pennsylvania Water Resource Act
Nov 08, 2021

Shusterman introduces Pa. Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit
Nov 05, 2021

Now open for applications: Workforce development, clean diesel, and DC fast charging funding opportunities
Nov 01, 2021

Pennie's Open Enrollment Period is now open
Nov 01, 2021

Shusterman bill would give small growers piece of cannabis market
Oct 29, 2021

Ahead of Election Day, Rabb promotes various bills designed to make elections more equitable, accessible, fair
Oct 29, 2021

Shusterman awarded National Association of Social Workers’ Legislator of the Year
Oct 28, 2021

Kulik: House passes legislation to provide relief for restaurant industry
Oct 28, 2021

House passes Samuelson and Thomas bill to raise PACENET prescription income limits
Oct 27, 2021

Deasy: Legislation to provide restaurants relief passes House
Oct 27, 2021

Cephas: Another virus is spreading around amongst children and must be stopped
Oct 27, 2021

Guzman pushes to restore turnpike jobs and ensure proper toll collection
Oct 27, 2021