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
Taking part in the discussion hosted by Rep. Manny Guzman were Lt. Gov. Austin Davis, House Majority Leader Joanna McClinton and Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus Chairwoman Rep. Donna Bullock. Read more
When the state House reconvenes next week, Speaker Mark Rozzi plans to introduce new operating rules addressing constitutional amendments and the ability of majority leaders to hold legislation hostage. Read more
“I pledged to introduce a fair set of House Rules that would rein in hyper-partisanship and allow measures supported by a majority of the members of the House, whether that be Democrats, Republicans, or a coalition of both, to pass legislation regardless of where legislative leaders are on the subject,” Rozzi said in a statement. Read more
The Nursing Workforce Initiative, introduced by state legislation in September 2021, was created to support individuals within the nursing industry as they navigated the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, and continues to incentivize individuals to pursue careers in the nursing industry. Read more
“Access to regular and nutritious meals is key to nurturing students’ minds and keeping them on a path to success in school,” said Haddock, D-Luzerne/Lackawanna. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Jeanne McNeill sat down with Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission Executive Director Tim Schaeffer to talk about fishing and boating activities, how to buy a fishing license, the 2023 trout season, and the importance of wearing a life jacket while boating. Read more
Rozzi, a survivor of sexual abuse as a child, has vowed not to conduct other business until the Legislature passes a constitutional amendment allowing adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse a two-year period to sue their abusers. Read more
During a House Floor debate on Tuesday, Feb. 21, Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden responded to the minority party's political bickering by pointing out victims of sexual assault have been waiting for more than a decade for justice. And, as Speaker Rozzi intended with this week's Special Session, the purpose today and this entire week is ensuring victims have their opportunity to achieve justice. Read more
“We are delighted to have this opportunity to make some important safety improvements for the protection of our students and staff." Read more
“The minority party cannot seem to grasp that these are rules just for passing the statute of limitations for victims of sexual assault. If we could pass these rules and pass this bill then we can move forward on bipartisan rules and a bipartisan agenda,” said Rep. Maureen Madden, D-Monroe. Read more
In what House Speaker Mark Rozzi (D., Berks) called “a week for the victims,” he called the House back into a special session. Read more
“I strongly encourage Norfolk Southern to use some of their record profits earned last year to do everything possible to protect the people and environment impacted by this derailment and urge other legislative leaders at the local, state and federal level to reexamine the importance of regulations on keeping the people we represent safe.” Read more
The Reading Fightin Phils issued thanks to state Rep. Mark Rozzi, state Rep. Manny Guzman and other state officials for their support. Read more
"Treatment for mental illness should be seen as routine as treatment for cancer. When you need help, you seek it." Read more
“Keeping schools safe is essential as it not only provides a peaceful learning environment for students, but also protects teachers, faculty and staff from harm,” said McNeill, D-Lehigh. Read more
Originally aired 2/1/23 on BRCTV13's News Hour. Read more
State Representative James Haddock says customers deserve to know what happened and what’s being done to prevent it from happening again. Read more
The problem is complicated with many moving parts, warned state Rep. Mark Scholssberg, D-132nd Dist., author of the “level-up funding” legislation. Read more
“Since the week of January 16, 2023, my district office has been overwhelmed with phone calls from constituents regarding their unusually high PPL bills. Many stated it was a financial hardship and they could not get through to PPL by phone." Read more
Haddock said he believes this continuing matter deserves to be examined in a public forum. Read more
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