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
“Our first responders have continued to answer the call each and every time we’ve needed them,” Kosierowski said. Read more
The department will present a nine-part virtual series to NFP participants on a variety of financial topics, including credit, avoiding fraud and scams, budgeting and spending plans, and saving and investing for long- and short-term goals. Read more
“This is a wonderful opportunity for those who served our country to ensure that they’re aware of all the programs and services available to assist them,” McNeill said. Read more
The House Appropriations Committee plays a key role in crafting the commonwealth’s annual budget, and Guzman hopes to use his appointment as a vehicle to create sound fiscal policy that enhances the lives of all Pennsylvanians. Read more
The $43.7 billion general fund spending plan, 9.5% higher than projected actual spending this year, calls for no increases in the 6% sales tax or 3.07% personal income tax, the state’s largest sources of revenue. Read more
“Governor Wolf and I came to Harrisburg in the same year with a common vision to reform the way our state funds education. We both recognized that our public schools – especial urban ones like Allentown – were woefully underfunded, that Pre-K education was inaccessible for far too many families, and that our community colleges and state schools needed support if they were going to thrive in the future." Read more
Pleased with no call for any sort of tax increase, Pashinski also notes how important Wolf’s proposals are key to responsibly addressing educational funding inadequacies, and that financial responsibility is reduced at the local level. Read more
Basic education allocations to Luzerne County’s 12 school districts would total $238.6 million and rise 30.2% under Gov. Tom Wolf’s proposed budget. Read more
“Today we were presented with a very bold final budget from the governor, one that leaves a lasting legacy for our health care system, students, and educators,” said Kosierowski. Read more
"This is by far the best budget proposal I have seen in my 16 years in the legislature, and I hope we can all come together and pass it.” Read more
Madden reminded her colleagues that, as elected state representatives with a budget surplus, they have a responsibility to ensuring children, teachers and school staff are safe in their learning and working environments. Read more
Of particular interest to Schlossberg is the governor’s proposal to increase basic education funding by $1.25 billion, special education funding by $200 million and Level Up funding by $300 million. Read more
Among the winners? Property taxpayers: More state funding for public schools means less pressure on districts to raise local property taxes or, perhaps, tax cuts. Read more
Allentown, Bethlehem Area and Parkland school districts would be the biggest Lehigh Valley beneficiaries of Gov. Tom Wolf’s budget proposal, with each seeing increases topping 40% in basic education funding. Read more
Berks would see $11.5 million of that increase, with local districts seeing their funding increase from between around 12% to about 35%. Read more
“I look forward to working with my colleagues in the coming months to see that the vocalized ideals of the 133rd Legislative District continue to be represented and considered during budgeting process." Read more
"The services my office offers will continue to serve the current 132nd Legislative District until after the 2022 election. The geography of those services will change heading into 2023. However, the people living in the 132nd Legislative District — whether it will be your district in the future or not — can expect to be served through my office until after the 2022 election.” Read more
Carroll said his "exceptional" staff locally and in Harrisburg left him "extremely proud of the quality-of-life and infrastructure improvements I secured funding (for) to complete throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania." Read more
“The services local day cares provide to the growing families in our area is absolutely vital as they ensure our children are receiving the care they need, while also allowing their parents to pursue their careers and earn a living,” Guzman said. Read more
“Our team is excited to help create new opportunities in Pennsylvania and make the area a global hub for 3D construction technology,” said Michael Woods, CEO/COO of Black Buffalo 3D. Read more
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