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Madden, McNeill re-elected to Northeast Delegation leadership; Kosierowski added to leadership team

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Guzman Rings In Hispanic Heritage Month 2023

(18 hours ago) Rep. Manuel Guzman

Pa. state Rep. Manny Guzman celebrated with many colleagues Hispanic Heritage Month in Harrisburg. Guzman told personal stories of his family struggles growing up in Brooklyn and promises to do whatever possible to make the lives of all easier in the Commonwealth, giving hope that anything is possible. Read more

Cepeda-Freytiz: Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!

(18 hours ago) Rep. Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz

Pa. state Rep. Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz served as emcee for the Pennsylvania celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Cepeda-Freytiz says that while we have come a long way as a state, there is much more that still needs to be done for our Latino communities. Read more

State Grant Programs Open For Application (10/03/2023)

(1 day ago) Northeast Delegation

Here are several grant programs that recently opened for applications. Read more

Committee OKs Probst bill for wildlife rehab center grants

(1 day ago) Rep. Tarah Probst

"Wildlife rehabilitators are essential in treating and temporarily caring for injured, diseased, and displaced wildlife," Probst said. Read more

Schwank, Cepeda-Freytiz and SAFE Berks to Host Domestic Violence Awareness Month Event

(Oct 02, 2023) Rep. Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz

“As a legislator and woman, I believe it is vital to discuss signs of domestic violence and tactics for preventing it and promoting healthy relationships,” Cepeda-Freytiz said. Read more

McNeill’s early lease termination legislation passes PA House

(Oct 02, 2023) Rep. Jeanne McNeill

State Rep. Jeanne McNeill today announced her legislation that would prohibit financing companies and dealerships from charging early lease termination fees in cases where leases are terminated for medical reasons has passed the PA House of Representatives. Read more

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‘We want to increase Pennsylvania’s economic competitiveness’

(Sep 30, 2023) Wilkes-Barre Times Leader

State Rep. Rep. Jim Haddock, D-Pittston Township, participated in a roundtable discussion on improving barriers to the work force. Read more

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Education equity still dividing policymakers

(Sep 29, 2023) The Center Square

Rep. Peter Schweyer, D-Allentown, said the new formula must recognize “the fundamental understanding that all kids are not exactly the same.” Read more

Freeman introduces bill to let housing authorities set up police departments

(Sep 28, 2023) Rep. Robert L. Freeman

"All public housing authorities should have the ability to set up their own police force in order to better combat crime. A public housing police force also would greatly enhance community policing efforts, making public housing projects safer for their residents and their families, especially children and the elderly," Freeman said. Read more

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Lafayette College celebrates new alumni plaza and trail, plus refurbished steps

(Sep 28, 2023) LehighValleyLive

Funding included a $869,694 state grant secured in 2021 by state Rep. Robert Freeman, D-Northampton. Read more

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