Looking to build on the continued success of the Northeast region in the Commonwealth, state Rep. Jeanne McNeill assumed the role of chair of the Northeast Democratic Delegation in the PA House of Representatives today, a role previously held by state Rep. Maureen Madden. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Mike Schlossberg joined fellow legislators, teachers and students at the Boys and Girl Club of Allentown to celebrate funding in this year's budget for a new statewide Building Opportunity through Out-of-School Time (BOOST) program. Read more
State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, Sen. Marty Flynn, and Mayor George Brown today presented checks to two libraries in the city of Wilkes-Barre. Read more
State Rep. Maureen Madden said she is excited that bipartisan efforts to establish a full-time state agency dedicated to supporting dementia initiatives across Pennsylvania were signed into law. Read more
State Rep. Jeanne McNeill said that her legislation that would help students involved in school district residency disputes passed the state House and Senate and is headed to the governor for his signature. Read more
“Today we took significant steps to move Pennsylvania further than ever in the pursuit of fair funding for Allentown and Parkland schools, increase resources for critically needed mental health care, create jobs, and ensure our communities are competitive in the global market,” said Schlossberg. Read more
State Rep. Josh Siegel announced his legislation that would create a battery stewardship program to encourage safer disposal of batteries has passed the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Read more
Pennsylvania consumers will benefit from a new law sponsored and authored by state Rep. Kyle Mullins and recently signed by Gov. Josh Shapiro that reforms disciplinary hearings before Pennsylvania licensing boards and commissions by creating new guiderails for respondents and safeguards for victims. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Jeanne McNeill offered the opening prayer for House session, asking for wisdom and grace to achieve common ground as the chamber addresses the important issues facing the commonwealth. Read more
Newly listed grant programs are available to apply for. Read more
State Rep. Josh Siegel has introduced a package of bills in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to protect individuals seeking gender-affirming care, as well as to prevent any penalties against licensed prescribers in the commonwealth. Read more
“Through this resolution, we honor Marion Munley's memory by continuing to work toward a future where all Pennsylvanians can live together as equals. She left an indelible legacy, setting many precedents for women and achieving legislative victories in the pursuit of equality and fairness,” said Probst. Read more
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives today unanimously passed legislation sponsored by state Rep. Josh Siegel that would provide a refundable motorcycle safety course registration fee. Read more
Today, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed bipartisan legislation sponsored by state Rep. Kyle Donahue by a vote of 137-65. Read more
“Poetry is a literary art form widely celebrated by the United States and 47 states by designating an official poet laureate," Freeman said. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden, Chair of the House Aging and Older Adult Services Committee, discusses her bill which would create a permanent Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders (ADRD) office and establish an advisory committee, both within the Department of Aging, to better coordinate resources across state agencies to help those living with Alzheimer's and Dementia. Read more
“For too long, our seniors living with ADRD have not been prioritized. We can and must do better for our seniors and the loved ones who care for them,” Madden said. Read more
"Repurposing an old factory or mill for retail, office or arts space, or transforming them into apartments, encourages economic development and improves the quality of life of a community," Freeman said. Read more
At a House Local Government Committee meeting, Pa. state Rep. Tarah Probst speaks in support of legislation that would give local municipalities more tools and resources to address the impact of large construction projects. Probst voiced her frustration with PennDOT over the local impact of the Interstate 80 construction in her district and supports the additional accountability the bill would add. Read more
“Growth makes our excellent schools and thriving economy possible, along with the balance of urban, suburban and rural settings in our region. Unmitigated growth — growth without adequate planning — may enhance aspects of our economy, but typically at a tremendous cost,” Schlossberg said. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden co-hosted her 7thannual Women’s Expo, her second alongside Rep. Tarah Probst in Stroudsburg, PA. Madden is proud to hold events such as this that bring the community together. Read more
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