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Defending Democracy focus of Tuesday’s House Democratic Policy Committee meeting

(Jan 15, 2021) Policy Committee

Policy Committee Chairman Ryan Bizzarro and Democratic Caucus members will hear from a bipartisan group of testifiers on their 2020 election experience and what legislative action they may need to protect future elections from misinformation campaigns and to continue to maintain election security. Read more

 

Freeman reappointed Democratic chairman to the House Local Government Committee

(Jan 14, 2021) Rep. Robert L. Freeman

“I am extremely honored to be reappointed to serve as Democratic chairman of the House Local Government Committee,” Freeman said. “Since 2007, my work on this committee has been a reflection of many shared goals with local governments. This committee is one that is vital to implementing legislation to the benefit of all of the communities of Pennsylvania." Read more

 

Otten, Guenst, Krajewski elected to lead Pennsylvania Legislative Climate Caucus

(Jan 13, 2021) Rep. Danielle Friel Otten, Rep. Nancy Guenst, Rep. Rick Krajewski

The Climate Caucus seeks to uphold the environmental rights granted under the Pennsylvania Constitution, raise awareness on legislation, appropriations and related matters surrounding environmental justice, the need for a renewable energy future, and the urgency of climate change as our most existential threat. Read more

 

House Democrats demand accountability for Republican election lies

(Jan 13, 2021) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

Citing the dangerous lies spread by some Republicans in the General Assembly regarding the 2020 election, House Democratic leaders today released the following statement demanding accountability and responsibility as the nation moves forward:“What we saw last week was nothing short of an attempted coup, instigated not only by the president of the United States but by Republican enablers at all levels of government. Words matter, and the falsehoods, misrepresentations and seditious rantings we’ve heard from some Republican members of the General Assembly can’t go unchallenged. Our nation can’t heal without consequences for the first invasion of the United States Capitol since the War of 1812. Read more

 

Briggs: Judicial gerrymandering bill rammed through committee with no public hearing

(Jan 13, 2021) Rep. Tim Briggs

“This bill would have a devastating effect on the balance of power in our government. It shows a fundamental lack of understanding of the independent role of our judiciary and further politicizes our courts." Read more

 

Thoughts about Senate Leadership’s attack on democracy with the denial of Sen. Brewster’s seat

(Jan 12, 2021) Rep. Rick Krajewski

These are remarks I had prepared to give during the House session on Jan. 12, 2021. But I was denied the opportunity to speak during session, and so I am sharing these remarks here. Read more

 

Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler named Subcommittee Chair on Progressive Policies for Working People

(Jan 12, 2021) Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler

“I am proud to chair this subcommittee and lay out a policy agenda that focuses on valuing the lives of working and poor people, over big corporate profit,” Fiedler said. Read more

 

Bizzarro announces Policy Committee objectives for 2021-22 Legislative Session

(Jan 12, 2021) Rep. Ryan Bizzarro

As the new chairman for the 2021-22 Legislative Session, Bizzarro said the committee will focus on COVID-19 recovery; economic and community development; education; infrastructure and jobs. Read more

 

O’Mara elected chairwoman of powerful Southeast Delegation

(Jan 12, 2021) Rep. Jennifer M. O'Mara

As chairwoman, O’Mara will lead the 35-member delegation on legislative initiatives and negotiations. The southeast delegation is the caucus’ largest and fastest-growing delegation, consisting of members from Berks, Bucks, Chester, Dauphin, Delaware, Lancaster, Montgomery and York counties. Read more

 

Webster: Call the insurrection what it was: domestic terrorism

(Jan 08, 2021) Rep. Joe Webster

This was insurrection. It was a violent attempt to subvert the legitimate functioning of our government led by a defeated president seeking any means possible to hold onto power. These individuals – including and especially President Trump – have shamed and embarrassed the United States, and history will not forget it. Nor should we. Read more

 

Shusterman authors resolution calling for the impeachment of President Trump

(Jan 08, 2021) Rep. Melissa Shusterman

“This is not a partisan issue, it’s a matter of holding the president accountable for his actions. He fueled this week’s riot by condoning his supporters’ actions and encouraging crowd members to not let anyone silence them." Read more

 

Ciresi highlights completion of PennDOT study on Reading-Philadelphia rail service

(Jan 07, 2021) Rep. Joseph Ciresi

Ciresi has long been a proponent of returning rail service to Berks and western Montgomery counties. Passenger rail service operated from Philadelphia to Reading starting in the mid-1800s and lasting until its suspension in 1981 during SEPTA’s transition to an all-electric network. Read more

 

Frank Burns | Americans deserve $2,000, not GOP Senate foot-dragging

(Jan 07, 2021) Rep. Frank Burns

Like most of you, I wonder what planet any Republican senator must be living on if he or she, given a choice between two figures, thinks $600 is better than $2,000 to help fellow citizens jammed up due to circumstances beyond their control. Read more

 

House Democrats call on Republicans to demand peace, law & order

(Jan 06, 2021) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

“We are calling on our Republican colleagues, starting with Speaker Bryan Cutler and Majority Leader Kerry Benninghoff, to immediately and unequivocally denounce this violence and support the rule of law and the peaceful transition of power." Read more

 

Daley appointed Democratic chair of Tourism & Recreational Development Committee

(Jan 05, 2021) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

“The spread of the deadly coronavirus has burdened our museums, our sports and entertainment venues, our recreation and travel industries, and so much more. I view this appointment as a challenge to ensure that these vital areas remain vibrant and ready for an eventual return to normalcy, as I, for one, am so much looking forward to life after the COVID-19 pandemic.” Read more

 

Neilson takes oath for fourth term

(Jan 05, 2021) Rep. Ed Neilson

Last session, Neilson served on the Game and Fisheries Committee and was recently appointed Democratic chairman of the committee. He is one of only four Philadelphia representatives appointed to chair a House committee this session. Read more

 

House Democrats pledge ‘People over Partisanship’ in 2021-22 session

(Jan 05, 2021) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

“We see the beginning of this new legislative session as a chance to elevate people over partisanship and make gains toward these common goals in all of Pennsylvania’s unique communities – east and west, large and small, urban, suburban and rural." Read more

 

House Democrats fight to increase transparency and accountability, make sure the people come first

(Jan 04, 2021) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

The People Before Politics plan was crafted with this central idea: lawmakers work for the people, not the other way around. It focuses on openness, transparency and citizen control of the legislative process. Read more

 

House Democrats announce committee chairs for 2021-22 legislative session

(Jan 04, 2021) Rep. Joanna E. McClinton

House Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware, today announced the members of the House Democratic Caucus who will serve as Democratic chairs of the standing committees for the 2021-22 legislative session beginning Tuesday. Read more

 

House Democratic Leader McClinton on the passing of Rep. Mike Reese

(Jan 02, 2021) Rep. Joanna E. McClinton

“Our hearts are broken at the tragic, untimely loss of our colleague, and we urge every Pennsylvanian to join us in keeping his wife and young children in our prayers." Read more

 

Defending Democracy focus of Tuesday’s House Democratic Policy Committee meeting
Jan 15, 2021

Freeman reappointed Democratic chairman to the House Local Government Committee
Jan 14, 2021

Otten, Guenst, Krajewski elected to lead Pennsylvania Legislative Climate Caucus
Jan 13, 2021

House Democrats demand accountability for Republican election lies
Jan 13, 2021

Briggs: Judicial gerrymandering bill rammed through committee with no public hearing
Jan 13, 2021

Thoughts about Senate Leadership’s attack on democracy with the denial of Sen. Brewster’s seat
Jan 12, 2021

Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler named Subcommittee Chair on Progressive Policies for Working People
Jan 12, 2021

Bizzarro announces Policy Committee objectives for 2021-22 Legislative Session
Jan 12, 2021

O’Mara elected chairwoman of powerful Southeast Delegation
Jan 12, 2021

Webster: Call the insurrection what it was: domestic terrorism
Jan 08, 2021

Shusterman authors resolution calling for the impeachment of President Trump
Jan 08, 2021

Ciresi highlights completion of PennDOT study on Reading-Philadelphia rail service
Jan 07, 2021

Frank Burns | Americans deserve $2,000, not GOP Senate foot-dragging
Jan 07, 2021

House Democrats call on Republicans to demand peace, law & order
Jan 06, 2021

Daley appointed Democratic chair of Tourism & Recreational Development Committee
Jan 05, 2021

Neilson takes oath for fourth term
Jan 05, 2021

House Democrats pledge ‘People over Partisanship’ in 2021-22 session
Jan 05, 2021

House Democrats fight to increase transparency and accountability, make sure the people come first
Jan 04, 2021

House Democrats announce committee chairs for 2021-22 legislative session
Jan 04, 2021

House Democratic Leader McClinton on the passing of Rep. Mike Reese
Jan 02, 2021