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
The governor was joined by Aging Secretary Robert Torres, PACE Director Tom Snedden, and ?the bill sponsors Rep. Thomas and Rep. Samuelson at the PACE Call Center in Harrisburg. Read more
The coalition’s goal is to serve as a backbone organization that supports social services groups, communities and others concerned about the rising numbers of deaths by suicide. Read more
“Dehumanizing and corrosive language like this is a poor representation of Lehigh County. It shows a lack of understanding about how government and community should work, and a lack of compassion for its residents." Read more
Dr. Alex Benjamin, chief infection control and prevention officer for Lehigh Valley Health Network, said as of Thursday about 30% of the network’s ICU beds were occupied by COVID-19 patients. Read more
“Change is always difficult but change is inevitable," Rep. Mike Carroll said. "I’m confident the citizens of our area will be well-served in the coming decade despite the evolving legislative maps.” Read more
“Every child deserves access to nutritious food regardless of their family’s economic status, and I’m proud to see Muhlenberg’s Weekender Backpack Program bring this ideal to life.” Read more
Madden urges Monroe County residents to get on board with its seniors, who are vaccinated against COVID-19 at 84%, as case counts rise and health care workers are stressed beyond belief. Read more
COVID continues to represent an imminent threat to the health, safety and well-being of the community despite mitigation efforts and limited success in containing the spread of the virus, the Reading mayor said. Read more
"We need people to wear masks, we need people to get vaccinated, we need people to get boosted," Madden said Tuesday. Read more
"There is an immediate need for it as thousands of people travel from Monroe County to northern New Jersey and metropolitan New York City every day for their jobs," Cartwright said at an event in Stroudsburg Tuesday. Read more
“This funding will go a long way toward ensuring community members of all ages and abilities have a safe and modern space to enjoy outdoor activities,” Rozzi said. Read more
“Investments like these are vitally important to our communities, to our neighborhoods and families,” Kosierowski said. Read more
“These grants help local communities plan and develop recreation areas and conserve open space," Freeman said. Read more
Madden's winter newsletter focuses on veterans issues and infrastructure. Read more
“Pennsylvania’s minimum wage has not increased since 2007 and wages have remained stagnant, yet our elected officials receive these annual raises automatically,” said state Rep. Gerald Mullery in a statement introducing the House bill. Read more
The law will increase enrollment for the state’s Prescription Assistance Contract for the Elderly Needs Enhancement Tier, known as PACENET, by about 20,000 people and raises the income limits to $33,500 for a single person and $41,500 for a married couple. Read more
The map within shows each of Pennsylvania’s 500 school districts, comparing 2020 poverty rates with 2016. Read more
It’s estimated an additional 200,000 Pennsylvania children would gain access to preschool services thanks to funding included in the $2 trillion spending plan. Read more
"Health insurance rates continue to rise. I believe my proposal would effectively bring health care policies back to an affordable range for the average Pennsylvanian. It also would offer a less costly alternative to the current private health plans available today," said Freeman, D-Northampton. Read more
"The growth in Lehigh County is great news for us all, and it is extremely beneficial to have a third state representative for the state’s third-largest city. It is a statement to the growing population and political power of our region." Read more
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