House Majority Leadership Team for 2025-26.

Members of the PA Legislative Black Caucus welcome the legendary Reverend Jesse Jackson to the House Chamber.

Members of the Women’s Health Caucus celebrate $3 million in funding to supply schools with menstrual products.

Governor Josh Shapiro signs into law a bipartisan budget for fiscal year 2024-25 that delivers on his top priorities and creates more freedom and opportunity for all Pennsylvanians.

Members of the PA House Democratic Caucus welcome retired US Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn and Sergeant Aquilino Gonell to the House floor to recognize them for their efforts during the January 6th riots, where they saved lives and defended democracy.

Speaker of the PA House Rep. Joanna McClinton stands with Democratic House and Senate colleagues and community activists to demand fair funding for schools across the commonwealth.

Members of the PA Black Maternal Health Caucus are joined by legislative leaders and advocates at a news conference in the Capitol Main Rotunda to commemorate Black Maternal Health Week in Pennsylvania.

During the 2024 Tax Fraud Day of Action at the state Capitol, Speaker of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Joanna McClinton is joined by colleagues and carpenter unions from across the Commonwealth to speak out against scrupulous contractors that use illegal and unsafe practices to avoiding having to pay taxes on labor.

Speaker of the PA House Joanna McClinton joins union workers from across the Commonwealth to call on the state Senate to pass the Minimum Wage Hike Bill that passed the House in June 2023.

Philadelphia House Delegation members and gun law reform advocates call on the state Senate to bring to a vote bipartisan, commonsense gun legislation already approved by the House.

Speaker of the PA House Joanna McClinton joins the co-chairs of the Pennsylvania Black Maternal Health Caucus, Reps. Gina Curry, La’Tasha D. Mayes, and Morgan Cephas, after a press event that introduced the Momnibus legislative package, which outlines a group of bills to decrease maternal morbidity and mortality in Pennsylvania.

Reps. La'Tasha D. Mayes and Joanna McClinton attend an event to highlight the CROWN Act and the creation of the Pennsylvania CROWN Act Coalition.

Speaker of the PA House Joanna McClinton celebrates Dr. Seuss' birthday by participating in a Read Across America event.

Members of the Philadelphia House Delegation pose for a group photo after a press event discussing the expanded Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit on February 15, 2024.

Rep. Tina Davis, part of the PA House Leadership team serving as Caucus Secretary, joins fellow legislators and parents at Growing Little Footprints Daycare Center in Bucks County to highlight how the new Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit will help more families afford quality childcare.

PA Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton addresses the joint legislative session before Governor Josh Shapiro presented his 2024-25 budget proposal to the General Assembly.

Rep. Joanna McClinton, Speaker of the Pa. House, speaks at a press conference moments after the Pa. House passed historic minimum wage legislation.

Pa. Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton spoke at a Pa. Schools Work rally on the budget bill that recently passed the House of Representatives and is currently headed to the Senate. By making strong investments, the budget puts students first and protects taxpayer’s rights, starting with better funding for education and school infrastructure.

Rep. Jennifer O'Mara joins Moms Demand Action and CeaseFirePA to call for the passage of sensible gun legislation.

Speaker of the PA House, Joanna McClinton, speaks about legislation to enhance insurance coverage for breast cancer screenings and genetic testing. The bill removes out-of-pocket costs associated with genetic testing for hereditary breast, ovarian, prostate, and other cancers.

Speaker of the PA House Joanna McClinton speaks at a news conference where legislation that would better protect Pennsylvanians targeted by hate was unveiled.

Rep. Gina H. Curry speaks at a news conference in the Capitol Rotunda to discuss Black Maternal Health Week and what the state can do to support Black women and birthing people.

Governor Josh Shapiro delivers his first budget address to the joint legislature.

Rep. Joanna McClinton is elected the first woman to serve as speaker of the Pennsylvania State House of Representatives in the chamber’s near 250-year history on February 28, 2023.

House Democrats gather for a press event on February 27, 2023 to celebrate and recognize Dominican Independence Day.

Surrounded by his colleagues, Speaker of the Pa. House Mark Rozzi speaks at a press conference following final consideration of legislation to provide justice for survivors of childhood sexual assault.

The House Democratic Caucus welcome Joe McAndrew, Matt Gergely, and Abagail Salisbury as the newest lawmakers in Harrisburg.

Speaker Mark Rozzi and the bipartisan workgroup host a public meeting on how to get the House working to deliver justice for survivors of childhood sexual abuse.

The House Democratic Caucus congratulates Josh Shapiro, former state representative from the 153rd legislative district, on becoming the 48th Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

House Democratic WHIP Jordan Harris and other members of the House Democratic Caucus congratulate Rep. Mark Rozzi for being elected Speaker of the PA House.

House Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton says the legislative clock is ticking, and Harrisburg Republicans continue to play games with Pennsylvania’s future rather than take meaningful action to improve the lives of the commonwealth’s working families.

House Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton joins advocates from Lancaster Stands Up, Planned Parenthood, PA Stands Up, Working Families Party, DSA, Make the Road, and We The People at a Harrisburg rally for abortion rights.

At a Capitol press conference, House Democratic WHIP Jordan Harris and his colleagues joined members of the We the People organization in calling for a more equitable legislative agenda in Harrisburg, particularly in regard to education funding and mental healthcare.

Democratic Members of the Pa. House attend a rally for Climate Action Week with the PA Climate Caucus and other advocates.

Democratic members gather at a press conference where a package of reproductive rights legislation was introduced.

House Democratic Policy Chairman Rep. Ryan Bizzarro is joined by other House Democrats as he calls on Harrisburg’s Republican leaders to pass a clean pre-canvassing bill before the end of the legislative voting year.

House Democratic Whip Jordan Harris discusses expanding Pennsylvania's Clean Slate Law during a Harrisburg press conference.

Democratic Whip Jordan Harris is joined by Gov. Tom Wolf, as well as numerous colleagues from the Pennsylvania House and Senate, at a Philadelphia press event discussing the importance of affordable housing.

Representative Mike Schlossberg speaks at a Harrisburg press conference to discuss the nationwide launch of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

Democratic leader Joanna McClinton joins colleagues from the House and Senate Democratic Caucus’ at a joint news event to talk about the Roe vs. Wade overturning, and the future of abortion access in the commonwealth.

Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton joins colleagues from the House Democratic Caucus at a press conference to end price gouging and help working families deal with gas and grocery prices.

Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton speaks at a rally calling for a better budget that represents all the people of Pennsylvania.

State Rep. Donna Bullock, chairwoman of the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus, leads the commemoration of Juneteenth at the state Capitol, and urges legislators to do better for a better nation and a stronger democracy.

Democratic House Leader Joanna McClinton is joined by members of the Pa. House Democratic Caucus to call on the House Republican Majority to allow discussion on a variety of legislative efforts that would protect and improve the lives of Pennsylvanians. The House Democrats’ ‘Fight for Lives’ is a plan that would help Pennsylvanians of all ages from first breath to first grade to their first job and beyond, including support for expecting families, ensuring access to essential healthcare, fixing toxic schools and enacting property tax relief for seniors. Pa. House Republicans continue to fail to discuss legislation that would have a positive impact on Pennsylvania’s children, hard-working families and seniors.

House Democrats stand together to demand action on common sense gun safety bills.

House Democratic Whip Jordan Harris believes that everyone deserves to feel secure in their home. He knows that all people need shelter, yet far too many people are sleeping on couches, or worse, children are leaving school uncertain of where they will sleep that night. He is working for investments in whole home repairs to fix low income family houses and save people from homelessness.

Rep. Donna Bullock, chairwoman of the Pa. Legislative Black Caucus, leads the inaugural K. Leroy Irvis Day of Action to commemorate the 45th anniversary of the election of Irvis as the first Black speaker of any state legislature in the U.S.

Rep. Patty Kim speaks at a Harrisburg rally to urge all educational institutions to better educate students on Asian American and Pacific Islander history in schools.

In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Pa. House Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton renews her fight to help bring justice and resources to sexual assault survivors.

Members of the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus join the Wolf administration and the nonprofit Voices Underground in celebrating the inaugural awarding of Journeying Toward Freedom grants through the Pennsylvania Tourism Office to support Juneteenth celebrations across the commonwealth in 2022 for seven organizations.

Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton speaks at a press conference calling for fair funding in every school district across the Commonwealth.

Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton joins students, advocates, and colleagues at a Swipe Out Hunger press event.

Reps. Patty Kim, Mary Isaacson, and Gina Curry joins others in honoring Equal Pay Day. The lawmakers want to make sure that every woman has access to the same pay as their counterparts for the same job.

Democratic WHIP Jordan Harris speaks at a press event to discuss the Nellie Bly Scholarship Program.

Rep. Pam Snyder speaks at a press event to announce the creation of Pennsylvania’s Broadband Development Authority, which will manage at least $100 million in federal aid to coordinate the rollout of broadband across Pennsylvania.

At a press gathering, Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton discusses the significant investments proposed by Gov. Tom Wolf for Pennsylvania’s 2022-23 budget year.

Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton celebrates Dominican Independence Day at the State Capitol.

Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton is joined by Gov. Tom Wolf, Rep. Matt Bradford, and others to announce a $1.7 billion investment in federal COVID-19 funds into helping workers, businesses, and communities bounce back from the virus.

Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton joins Governor Tom Wolf and Democratic and Republican colleagues to discuss a bill that appropriates $225 million to support Pennsylvania’s health care workforce.

House Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton announces new bills to improve Pennsylvania's business climate and create more good-paying jobs.

Members of the House of Representatives wear pink to recognize October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Surrounded by nurses and lawmakers, Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton speaks at a rally for safe staffing in the face of COVID-19 and beyond.

Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton speaks at a Legislative Reapportionment Commission Hearing where updates on census data and consideration of a resolution on prisoner data reallocation were discussed.

Surrounded by her colleagues, and in her ongoing effort to protect children from COVID-19, Pa. House Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton speaks at a press event to defend having young people wear masks in schools.

Rep. Joanna McClinton speaks at a rally to mark the 100th Anniversary of Women’s Suffrage.

Rep. Patty Kim speaks at a press event on improving oversight and the makeup of county jail boards in counties like Dauphin.

Reps. Dan Williams and Chris Rabb watch as Gov. Tom Wolf signs two Law Enforcement Reform Bills after both passed unanimously in the House and Senate.

Members of the House Democratic Caucus join the Speaker of the House as he signs legislation dealing with Police Reform.

Rep. Summer Lee speaks as members of the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus take over the Speakers dias in a moment of civil disobedience to demand action on police reform bills currently stalled in the House of Representatives.

Gay Pride Flags, a symbol of LGBTQ dignity, hang outside the Lt. Governor's office in Harrisburg as members of the House Democratic Caucus proudly support Pride Month, celebrated every June, allowing our LGBTQ+ communities the freedom to be themselves.

The front entrance of the PA state Capitol is illuminated as members of the House Democratic Caucus proudly show their support for Pride Month, celebrated every June, allowing our LGBTQ+ communities the freedom to be themselves.

Rep. Sara Innamorato high-fives a child who was in Harrisburg to support an alternative economic vision.

Rep. Dan Miller hosts his 7th annual Disability and Mental Health Summit.

Members of the Allegheny County Delegation get a tour of the Uber facility to discuss driverless vehicles.

Rep. Dan Frankel speaks at a press event in Squirrel Hill to announce the introduction of legislation that would close loopholes in the Clean Air Act that allows smoking in outdoor spaces, casinos, private clubs and drinking establishments.

Members of the PA House of Representatives pose together to raise awareness to the number one health threat for American women - heart disease. Every year the first Friday of February has been dedicated to National Wear Red Day.

Rep. Jake Wheatley speaks at a press event to raise awareness for HIV/AIDS in the Black communities.

House Democratic Appropriations Chairman Matt Bradford delivers remarks to his colleagues after Governor Tom Wolf outlined his priorities in the budget address for the 2020-21 fiscal year.

Rep. Donna Bullock joins survivors and advocates from Moms Demand Action to mark the first week of February as Gun Violence Survivors Week in the commonwealth.

Rep. Jake Wheatley speaks outside the National Hockey League's Mobile Museum to discuss and recognize Black Hockey History.

Rep. Joe Petrarca hosts a Concealed Carry Seminar to answer any and all questions relating to gun laws and issues in Pennsylvania.

Rep. Jason Dawkins speaks at a press event after Gov. Tom Wolf announced a plan to include funding in this year's state budget to address lead and asbestos issues in public schools.

Rep. Jake Wheatley speaks at a press event as Governor Tom Wolf announced a new "Innovation Plan" making the commonwealth a national competitor in attracting and retaining entrepreneurs and startups through strategic funding and community support.

Rep. Anita Kulik discusses her measure – H.B. 588 –that would give judges discretion as to whether a Protection From Abuse defendant should wear an electronic monitoring device if the defendant poses a threat of violating the order.

Rep. Dan Frankel, the Democratic Chairman of the House Health Committee, unveils legislation that would ensure residents access to affordable, life-saving medication and bring transparency to drug pricing.

Reps. Dave Delloso, Mary Isaacson, Eddie Day Pashinski, and Ed Neilson show off their ribbons after completing the Feed Scurry event at the PA Farm Show.

Rep. Melissa Shusterman speaks at a rally with colleagues and members of Moms Demand Action to continue the fight to end gun violence.

Rep. Danilo Burgos speaks at a press event to kick-off Hispanic Heritage Month in Pennsylvania.

Rep. Dan Williams and Democratic Chairman of the House Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee, Rep. Chris Sainato, are pictured on a plane before taking off to get a first-hand experience of a refueling flight which left from the Air National Guard complex in Coraopolis.

Rep. Jake Wheatley speaks at a press conference to call for the clean air and cracking down on industrial polluters.

Reps. Movita Johnson Harrell, Patty Kim, Joanna McClinton, and Maureen Madden watch Governor Tom Wolf sign an executive order making unprecedented sweeping changes to executive branch agencies and programs to better target the public health crisis of gun violence in Pennsylvania.

Democratic Leader Frank Dermody speaks at the event where Governor Tom Wolf signed into law a bipartisan bill that creates a state-based health insurance exchange in Pennsylvania.

Governor Tom Wolf signs the Pa Farm, an historic bi-partisan package of legislation to assist Pennsylvania farmers.

Democratic Leader Frank Dermody makes comments during the House debate on the 2019-20 state budget.

Member of the House of Representatives celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Pennsylvania's ratification of the 19th Amendment.

Governor Tom Wolf sign a bill to make Juneteenth, the end of slavery, a Pennsylvania state holiday.

Rep. Chris Rabb participates in a Fair Funding Day of Action in Harrisburg to fight for equal funding for every child in public schools across Pennsylvania.

Rep. Dan Miller speaks at a Capitol rally with members of The ARC of PA, a branch of the largest nationwide advocacy organization for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Honoring their bravery and sacrifices, House members recognize surviving veterans who stormed the beaches at Normandy on the 75th Anniversary of D-Day.

Democratic Leader Frank Dermody lead an adaptive bike parade for children with disabilities at Pittsburgh Mills mall.

Rep. Dan Frankel, the Democratic Chairman of the House Health Committee, is joined by lawmakers and community advocates from Pennsylvania Health Access Network and Make It Our UPMC as he speaks to raise awareness of how the UPMC/Highmark split will affect all across Pennsylvania.

Rep. Jake Wheatley addresses his colleagues as he works to end food insecurity in the Commonwealth before participating in the planting of vegetables at the Hunger Garden.

Rep. Kevin Boyle is joined by his House colleagues, members of the LGBTQ community, disabled rights advocates, and faith-based groups as he speaks at a rally to promote the passage of legislation he crafted aimed at expanding punishments for hate crimes.

Rep. Dan Frankel commemorates the Holocaust at a civic commemoration.

Democratic whip Jordan Harris is joined by his colleagues at a press event speaking on a package of bills aimed at streamlining police procedures and restoring confidence and impartiality in the investigation process.

Rep. Dan Frankel speaks during the "Stronger Than Hate Day" as the Pennsylvania Legislature held a rare joint legislative session to honor the victims of the terror attack at the Tree of Life building.

Rep. Pat Harkins is surrounded by his colleagues from the House of Representatives and leaders from SEIU as he speaks at a Harrisburg rally on workers rights, such as safe workplaces and raising the minimum wage.

Standing before family and friends in the state Capitol, Rep. Bridget M. Kosierowski takes the oath of office to become the newest member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.

Rep. Rob Matzie joined Gov. Tom Wolf as the governor stopped in Aliquippa to outline his “Restore Pennsylvania” initiative.

Rep. Dan Frankel is joined by his Democratic colleagues from the House and Senate, as well as Governor Tom Wolf, as he speaks at a press conference on proposed legislation to stop workplace harassment and discrimination.

Rep. Movita Johnson-Harrell becomes the first Muslim woman to serve in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives as she is sworn in as a state Representative.

Democratic whip Jordan Harris and Democratic Caucus Chairwoman Joanna McClinton work behind the counter in the Capitol Cafeteria to raise awareness about the need to raise the minimum wage in Pennsylvania.

Lawmakers from both chambers and both sides of the aisle attend Rep. Dan Miller's 6th annual Disability Summit.

Democratic Leader Frank Dermody, right, and Rep. Kevin Boyle, left, welcome to the House Chamber the Honourable Pearse Daniel Doherty, a member of the Irish Parliament who serves as his political parties Chief Deputy and main spokesman of fiscal policy.

Rep. Brandon Markosek welcomes Governor Tom Wolf and other elected officials to Pitcairn to get a first hand look at landslide issues and discuss ways to create funding to address the issue.

The elected females of the House of Representatives gather together to celebrate and recognize March as Women’s History Month.

Rep. Chris Sainato, the Democratic chairman of the House Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee, speaks at Fort Indiantown Gap after Governor Tom Wolf discussed his proposed PA GI Bill, which would enable members of the Pennsylvania National Guard to earn college benefits for their spouse and children.

The state’s games wardens were sworn in during a ceremony in the House chamber on February 21, 2019.

House Democratic Leader Frank Dermody speaks a press event before Governor Tom Wolf signed an executive order creating the Keystone Economic Development and Workforce Command Center.

Rep. Jake Wheatley speaks at a press conference in Harrisburg where he introduced his bill to legalize adult-use cannabis in Pennsylvania.

House Democrats join Governor Tom Wolf at a rally hosted by Cease Fire PA to call for the passage of commonsense gun law reforms and to speak out against gun violence.

The House Democratic Caucus celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day and remembers Dr. King's life and legacy.

Congratulations to Gov. Tom Wolf on being sworn in for his 2nd term as Pennsylvania Governor. The House Democratic Caucus is ready to work with you on our Plan For Pennsylvania.

Democratic Leader Frank Dermody is pictured with the House Democrats that make up the new leadership team that will continue to fight for the caucus' Plan For Pennsylvania. Rep. Jordan Harris is the whip, Rep. Matt Bradford will chair the Appropriations Committee, Rep. Joanna McClinton is the caucus chair, Rep. Rosita Youngblood was re-elected caucus secretary, Rep. Mike Sturla will continue to serve as Policy chair, while Rep. Neal Goodman stays on as caucus administrator.

Rep. Mark Rozzi demands action on his legislation that would hold child sex abusers accountable and better protect victims.

Rep. Dan Frankel recognizes the 10th anniversary of the Clean Indoor Air Act by hosting a press conference calling for extensions of protections to all workers.

Rep. Bryan Barbin and members of the House Democratic Policy Committee participate in a public hearing to gather testimony on how the commonwealth is fighting the opioid epidemic.

State Rep. Austin Davis delivers his remarks at the opening ceremony for "The Wall That Heals," which is a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial that was on display at Renziehausen Park in McKeesport.

Reps. Dan Miller and Ed Gainey join advocates and supporters of workers’ rights at an SEIU “Workers Rise-Up Day” rally.

Rep. Helen Tai is sworn in as the newest House Democrat, representing the constituents of the 178th legislative district.

Rep. Ed Gainey participates in the Opening Ceremony for the 2018 Hunger Garden, now the ninth consecutive year of growing produce to provide healthy food to help those in need.

Democratic Leader Frank Dermody welcomes Temple University’s first Rhodes Scholar, Hazim Hardeman, to Harrisburg. Rhodes Scholarships are the oldest and generally regarded as the most prestigious international academic award available to Americans.

Democratic Leader Frank Dermody comments on a package of bills designed to address workplace improvements and legal system reforms aimed at protecting citizens from harassment, discrimination and intimidation on the job.

Rep. Pat Harkins speaks at a press event to announce the introduction of bipartisan legislation to help address the threat of lead in drinking water in Pennsylvania’s schools.

Democratic House Appropriations Committee Chairman Joe Markosek wraps up the second week of hearings on the 2018-19 state budget by discussing ways to combat the opioid crisis with representatives from the Department of Health and the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs.

The theme of Good Jobs, Quality Schools, Fair Taxes, and putting People First were welcomed words given by Governor Tom Wolf during his budget address to a joint session of the House and Senate.

Rep. Jared Solomon hosts the House Democratic Policy Committee for a roundtable discussion in Philadelphia to discuss and clarify landlord-tenant relationships.

The 2018 butter sculpture is revealed to kick off the start of the Farm Show, who’s theme this year is "Strength in Our Diversity." The Farm Show is the Keystone State's largest agricultural event.

In a special ceremony at the state Capitol, Jeanne McNeill was sworn in to represent the Lehigh Valley’s 133rd Legislative District as state representative, becoming the 48th female currently serving in the Pennsylvania General Assembly.

Joined by his House colleagues, Democratic Leader Frank Dermody unveils the caucus’ “Plan For Pennsylvania,” a comprehensive policy strategy focusing on four principles: Putting People First, Good Jobs, Quality Schools, and Fair Taxes.

Rep. Leanne Krueger-Braneky is surrounded by her female colleagues from the House and Senate at a press conference where she spoke out against sexual harassment and abuse and discussed proposed legislation to better protect victims.

Rep. Patty Kim speaks at a Harrisburg press event hosted by Mothers Against Drunk Driving to bring attention to, and raise awareness of, drunk driving statistics during the holiday season.

State Reps. Jordan Harris and Maria Donatucci join Gov. Tom Wolf, members of the state Liquor Control Board, and state and local Philadelphia legislators for the signing of a bill that increases the state’s ability to better deal with “stop and go” nuisance establishments throughout Pennsylvania.

Rep. Dan Frankel, along with health advocates and other elected officials, promotes the upcoming open enrollment period for Affordable Care Act coverage, giving an opportunity for many Pennsylvanians to get covered or find a better health plan.

Democratic Caucus Chairman Dan Frankel speaks at a Harrisburg press conference discussing legislation dealing with increasing penalties for hate crimes and ethnic intimidation.

Rep. Patty Kim is sworn-in as one of the five new community leaders to serve on Governor Tom Wolf’s “Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs.” The new commissioners, along with 16 returning commissioners, were sworn in by Acting Secretary of State Robert Torres. The Governor’s Advisory Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs is responsible for advising the governor on policies and regulations that affect the Asian American and Pacific Islander community.

Rep. Jared Solomon speaks at a press event promoting legislation that would bring clarity to parents in the process of choosing where to send their children for child care.

Marking September as “Childhood Cancer Awareness Month,” Rep. Tom Caltagirone discusses the need for more childhood cancer research funding and family support services at a Harrisburg press event.

Rep. Angel Cruz, the Democratic chairman of the House Human Services Committee, hosts a press conference to condemn the Trump Administration’s decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Program and Urging Congress to Act by Passing the DREAM Act of 2017.

Rep. Jake Wheatley, the Democratic chairman of the House Finance Committee, is joined by his House Democratic colleagues at a Harrisburg news conference discussing how funding cuts, part of the House Republican proposal to finally pass the overdue 2017-18 state budget, will negatively impact our schools and economy.

Rep. Jordan Harris, the chairman of the Pa. Legislative Black Caucus, speaks at a Harrisburg press conference asking everyone to stand together against hate and bias in light of recent acts of racism around the country.

PA House Democrats call for a constitutional amendment to reverse the Supreme Court’s Citizens United decision and return control of our democracy and government to the people.

House Democratic Caucus Chairman Dan Frankel is joined by faith leaders at a news conference at Freedom Corner in Pittsburgh to discuss the aftermath of the Charlottesville, Va., domestic terror attack and to call for action on hate-crimes legislation in Pennsylvania.

Rep. Dan Miller participates in a Disability March and Rally on the streets of downtown Pittsburgh to celebrate the 27th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

House Democrats, led by Rep. Frank Dermody, stand together to demand to keep working to deliver a state budget that pays our bills without digging a deeper deficit, unlike the plan pushed by Republican leaders that would put people at risk while depending on massive, irresponsible borrowing.

Rep. Brian Sims is joined by other Philadelphia lawmakers and calls on the Republican majority to bring the House of Representatives back to Harrisburg to vote on the state budget.

Rep. Mike Sturla welcomes veterans to his district office for a Veterans Appreciation Open House, which included representatives from the PA Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, the American Legion of PA, and the Lebanon VA Hospital.

Governor Tom Wolf signs legislation, crafted by Rep. Mark Longietti, that establishes the “Rare Disease Advisory Council,” which will advise members of the General Assembly, state agencies, and private organizations on rare diseases and the illnesses associated with them.

Rep. Madeleine Dean is joined by a bipartisan group of lawmakers and advocates from the CLEAR Coalition to discuss the need for a severance tax on the natural gas drilling industry to assist in getting a balanced budget passed.

Governor Tom Wolf signs Libre’s Law, which clarifies animal abuse statutes and increases penalties for abusing animals.

Democratic Leader Frank Dermody stands with advocates, stakeholders, and united Democrats at a Harrisburg rally in opposition to the Trumpcare bill that would bust Pennsylvania's budget, devastate hospitals and the healthcare industry, eliminate tens of thousands of jobs in our state and, worst of all, take’s healthcare coverage away from nearly 1 million Pennsylvanians.

Rep. Leanne Krueger-Braneky speaks at a Harrisburg news conference urging Pennsylvania to join the US Climate Alliance to keep with the Paris climate accord standards.

Rep. Dom Costa speaks at a Harrisburg rally calling for stricter legislation to protect pets that are left alone in hot vehicles.

Rep. Bill Keller is joined by union members and activists from all across the state at an anti-"Right to Work" rally on the steps of the state Capitol building to opposed to legislation that hinders the rights of working people to bargain for better living conditions and wages.

Rep. Stephen Kinsey speaks on a House Resolution observing June 19, 2017, as "Juneteenth Independence Day" in Pennsylvania in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which slavery was finally abolished in all regions of the United States.

Rep. Tony DeLuca speaks at a Harrisburg news conference to discuss proposed legislation dealing with modernizing Pennsylvania’s voting rules by offering bills that would create a process to allow same-day voter registration and create an early voting window.

Gov. Tom Wolf is joined by a bipartisan group of lawmakers, including Democratic Leader Frank Dermody and Democratic Whip Mike Hanna, as he signs the pension reform bill into law.

Democratic Policy Chairman Mike Sturla speaks at a news conference to discuss legislation that would amend the Public School Code to change the way cyber charter schools are funded.

Democratic Whip Mike Hanna is joined by his colleagues as he speaks at a news conference to discuss House Resolution 331, which would direct the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct the feasibility study and analyze all of Pennsylvania’s public institutions of higher education.

Rep. Matt Bradford joins members of the CLEAR Coalition and his state representative colleagues from Montgomery County to demand an extraction tax on natural gas as part of the 2017-18 state budget.

Rep. Madeleine Dean speaks at a press event to garner support for House Bill 1400, which would require universal background checks for all firearm purchases.

Rep. Harry Readshaw spoke at a motorcycle rights rally, hosted by ABATE, to recognize the month of May as 'Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month.'

Rep. Madeleine Dean speaks at a press event to discuss "Bike to Work Day," encouraging others to consider biking to work, which would reduce pollution and traffic congestion, while getting exercise.

Rep. Dom Costa speaks at the Pennsylvania State Lodge of the Fraternal Order of Police’s annual "Memorial for Fallen Officers" to honor Pennsylvania police officers who gave their life in the performance of their duties.

Rep. Brandon Neuman speaks at a state police memorial service to honor and remember the officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.

Rep. Chris Sainato, the Democratic Chairman of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, and Rep. Jared Solomon, along with other elected officials, welcome PA National Guard Deputy Adjutant General, Brigadier General Anthony Carrelli, and members of the PA National Guard, as part of National Guard Day in Pennsylvania.

Rep. Stephen Kinsey was honored to welcome to Harrisburg surviving Tuskegee Airmen, which is the popular name for the group of African-American military pilots who fought in World War II.

Rep. Mike Sturla speaks during the "Clean Water Coalition Lobby Day" press conference to support legislation that protects and restores our local streams, creeks, and the Chesapeake watershed.

Rep. Madeleine Dean announces the introduction of six new pieces of legislation related to the "It’s On Us PA” campaign to protect Pennsylvania students from a nationwide epidemic of sexual violence.

In an effort to treat both traditional and charter public schools equally under law in Pennsylvania, state Rep. Jim Roebuck, the Democratic Chairman of the House Education Committee, speaks at a news conference where House Democrats unveiled a package of charter school reform bills.

Rep Leanne Krueger-Braneky speaks in support of reproductive rights at a Capitol rally held to stand against anti-choice legislation.

Rep. Leanne Krueger-Braneky welcomes to Harrisburg a VFW group as they recognize the 100th anniversary of the United States of America's entrance into World War I.

Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski is joined by advocates and a bipartisan group of legislators to oppose legislation aimed at robbing Americans of their right to negotiate for fair pay and benefits.

Rep. Donna Bullock is joined by colleagues and advocates while she speaks at a press conference recognizing April 4 as Equal Pay Day. April 4 is the day that marks how far into this year women working full-time had to work to earn what their male counterparts earned last year.

Rep. Jordan Harris is joined by his colleague Rep. Jake Wheatley and supporters of proposed legislation at a Harrisburg news conference to discuss ending the practice of out-of-school suspensions for elementary school students who commit minor infractions.

Members of the House Democratic Policy Committee attend a public hearing to discuss impacts of a possible repeal of the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid Expansion.

Members of the House Democratic Policy Committee discuss state police fees for municipalities without local police at a public hearing held at the University of Pittsburgh's Assembly Room.

Rep. Dan Miller is joined by his colleagues during the legislative panel portion of his fourth annual Children and Youth Disability and Mental Health Summit.

Rep. Dan Miller greets attendees at his fourth annual Children and Youth Disability and Mental Health Summit.

Rep. Jared Solomon speaks at a Capitol news conference where legislators from both parties joined in condemning recent anti-Semitic acts and calling for educating young people in tolerance and respect for diversity as a way to prevent such acts in the future.

As we celebrate St. Patrick's Day, state Rep. Marty Flynn presented a citation to the Consul General of Ireland, Barbara Jones, recognizing Irish-American Heritage Month in Pennsylvania.

Rep. Joe Markosek, the Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, is joined by Senate Democrats, House Appropriation members, and cabinet members from the Wolf Administration, to discuss the negative impact the proposed Congressional Health Care legislation would have on Pennsylvanians.

Members of the state House Appropriations Committee participate and in a question and answer session with testifiers from the Department of Corrections as the second week of state budget hearings come to an end.

Rep. Steve Samuelson, Democratic Chairman of the House Aging and Older Adult Services Committee, reacts to the testimony delivered by the Department of Aging during the start of the second week of budget hearings for the 2017-18 state budget.

Rep. Joe Markosek, the Democratic Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, comments on the Department of Treasury's testimony during the third day of hearings regarding the 2017-18 state budget.

Rep. Joe Markosek, Democratic chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, discusses spending priorities as state House budget hearings get under way for the 2017-18 fiscal year.

Rep. John Galloway, the Democratic Chairman of the House Labor and Industry Committee, comments at a public hearing on legislation aimed at regulating what drugs can be prescribed to individuals on workers compensation.

Lawmakers react to Gov. Wolf's annual budget address, which this fiscal year is calling for additional funding for education, more emphasis on fighting the opioid crisis, and raising the state's minimum wage.

Rep. Ed Neilson is joined by his Democratic colleagues as he speaks at a legislative hearing in Lancaster on Blended Learning. Blended learning allows high school students to take internet-based courses on a full-time or part-time basis, while also having face-to-face help and tutoring available.

Joined by his House Democratic colleagues, Chairman Mike Sturla comments on the need to help every full-time worker in Pennsylvania earn a living wage during a House Democratic Policy Committee hearing on the need to raise the minimum wage.

Reps. Mike Schlossberg and Pete Schweyer are joined by state Sen. Pat Browne as they present a $1 million grant to representatives from the Allentown School District for Building 21 Allentown, an alternative education high school that focuses on project-based learning in nontraditional classroom settings.

Rep. Brandon Neuman is joined by Auditor General Eugene DePasquale in reviewing an online campaign, started by 11-year-old Madison Wertz of Lycoming County, to launch a nationwide effort to help sexual assault victims across the United States raise funds so they can receive the justice they deserve.

At a Capitol news conference , Rep. Mark Longietti, flanked by Pittsburgh Steelers legend Franco Harris and four-time Olympic medal-winning wrestler Bruce Baumgartner, calls for quality Pre-K programs.

Rep. Patty Kim is joined by her Democratic colleagues as she unveils a new minimum wage proposal that includes scheduled increases, beginning with $12 per hour effective July 1, with additional 50 cent incremental increases yearly to $15 per hour by 2023.

Democratic Leader Frank Dermody speaks at a Capitol rally urging the passage of legislation to fund the Unemployment Call Centers that help thousands of out-of-work Pennsylvanians get the benefits and assistance they need.

Rep. Jordan Harris, chairman of the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus, is joined by his House Democratic colleagues, Rep. Chris Rabb and Rep. Brian Sims, in calling for passage of statewide legislation to protect minors from anti-LGBT conversion "therapy."

State Rep. Patty Kim is pictured with a student rabbit handler before participating in the Rabbit Hopping Contest at the 101st Pennsylvania Farm Show.

The unveiling of the 2017 PA Farm Show butter sculpture, which depicts a tribute to dairy farmers, signals the start of the largest indoor agricultural expo in the nation.

Democratic Leader Frank Dermody, right, and Democratic Whip Mike Hanna are joined by their colleagues taking the oath of office during the swearing-in ceremony, the event officially opening the General Assembly's activities for the 2017-18 legislative session.

Rep. Dan Miller brings community leaders and organizations together at a Unity Rally, where residents united to stand up against identity-based and hate-related incidents.

Gov. Tom Wolf kicks off the start of the Christmas season by pressing the button to light the 22-foot Douglas Fir tree, shining the light of the Christmas spirit in the hearts of all Pennsylvanians.

A ceremony was held in Harrisburg on December 7 to remember the heroism and sacrifice by Americans during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor 75 years ago.

Rep. Dan Deasy hosts a Heroin & Opiate Community Awareness Town Hall meeting to spearhead discussions and involvement to combat the public health and safety crises caused by addictions.

Rep. Patty Kim is joined by community and Islamic leaders at a news conference denouncing a hate letter sent to a Harrisburg mosque.

Rep. Paul Costa, the Democratic Chairman of the Liquor Control Committee, makes a comment after receiving an update on the implementation of Act 39 of 2016, which allows for the sale of wine in restaurants, grocery stores and other to-go establishments.

Rep. Mark Longietti makes remarks recognizing World Diabetes Day and Diabetes Awareness Month. Diabetes affects about one in ten Pennsylvanians, and raising awareness is key to staying healthy.

Rep. Jaret Gibbons speaks at a bill signing with Gov. Tom Wolf on legislation, commonly referred to as “Daniel’s Law,” which increases the penalty for texting while driving accidents that result in a severe injury or death.

Reps. John Galloway and Marc Gergely join others as Governor Tom Wolf signs a bill providing 44,000 additional people with unemployment insurance and makes cost-saving changes to pay for it.

Gov. Tom Wolf is congratulated by lawmakers and advocates as he signs a package of bills into law to give the state more tools in the ongoing fight against heroin and opioid abuse.

Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle come together to show support for October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Rep. Jake Wheatley speaks at a Harrisburg news conference to discuss the findings of a report on afterschool programs, which makes it abundantly clear that investment in afterschool programs benefit the students, their families and our community as a whole.

Rep. Ed Neilson speaks at a press conference in the Main Rotunda of the State Capitol to highlight October as Dyslexia Awareness Month as Senator Mario Scavello looks on.

Rep. Steve Santarsiero is pleased to welcome the players and coaches from the Yardley Makefield Girls Soccer Team, which recently won the under 17 United States Youth Soccer Association National Championship.

Members of the House Democratic Policy Committee listed to Dr. Kenneth Martz, special assistant to the secretary, PA Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs, talk about treatment options for the opioid epidemic sweeping the state.

Gov. Tom Wolf presents proposals to a joint session of the General Assembly to combat the ongoing opioid and heroin drug problem in Pennsylvania.

Rep. Mark Rozzi stands with advocates, survivors and other members of the General Assembly at a news conference to call on Republican House leadership to run a statute of limitations reform bill that was significantly weakened by the Senate in June through the removal of a retroactive provision that would have permitted some victims to file civil actions against their abusers that otherwise would have been barred by the statute of limitations.

Rep. Ed Gainey is joined by his colleagues from the legislative PA HOPE Caucus as he calls for funding, support and educational efforts to combat Pennsylvania’s growing opioid epidemic.

Rallying support for his legislation that would provide on-the-job safety protections to public employees, Erie state Rep. Pat Harkins speaks at a news conference on the Jake Schwab Worker's Safety Bill.

A moment of silence is held during the Sixth Annual Pennsylvania EMS Memorial Service, to honor and remember EMS providers lost in the line of duty.

Rep. Paul Costa, the Democratic Chair of the House Liquor Control Committee, joins Gov. Tom Wolf in the rolling launch of wine sales in grocery sales in Pennsylvania, bringing convenience to customers and more jobs and revenue to the state.

Rep. Patty Kim speaks at an informational session she hosted on the recently enacted “Second Chance Law” for ex-offenders, offering up information about the state’s new criminal record expungement process and the pardon process.

Reps. Dom Costa, Bryan Barbin, and Frank Burns listen to testimony on proposed legislation that would establish eight regional detox centers throughout Pennsylvania which would aid in the effort to address the recent heroin and opioid epidemic sweeping the state.

Members of the House Democratic Policy Committee listen to and gather information at a public hearing on the heroin and opioid epidemic that is sweeping the state.

Senator John Wozniak joins Rep. Frank Burns and members of PFC Thomas A. Cooney family in a bridge naming ceremony. The bridge over Route 22 will be named the Cooney Road bridge as an honor to PFC Cooney, a Silver Star recipient who was killed in action during World War II.

Rep. Frank Burns receives support for his Blue Lives Matter legislation, which would make assault on a law enforcement officer a hate crime in Pennsylvania.

Reps. Chris Sainato, Paul Costa, and Ed Gainey listen to a testifier speak on the impacts that blight has across the state at a joint House and Senate Policy Committee public hearing in Wilkinsburg.

Members of the House Democratic and Republican Policy Committees, along with members of the HOPE Caucus, participate in a public hearing in Pittsburgh with experts from the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Allegheny County Bureau of Drug and Alcohol Services, and members of the Attorney General's Office to hear testimony on the heroin and opioid overdose crisis sweeping the state.

Rep. Brandon Neuman presents a Korean Ambassador for Peace Medal to a veteran of the Korean War in appreciation of their service and sacrifice.

Rep. Dom Costa speaks at his public forum on the issue of heroin and opioid addiction and discussed ways to work together with area law enforcement, health care professionals, and drug and addiction specialists to combat the epidemic.

Rep. Rob Matzie joins Gov. Tom Wolf for a roundtable discussion on how Beaver County’s workforce and infrastructure can prepare for the construction of the Shell ethane cracker plant expected to deliver thousands of construction jobs and thousands of operational and ancillary jobs to the region.

It was bittersweet for Rep. Pete Daley as he hosted his 8th, and final, Kidz Fair. Rep. Daley is retiring this fall after 33 years in public service.

Rep. Frank Burns hosts a bridge-naming and remembrance ceremony recognizing Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Herbert A. Wirfel, who was killed in the line of duty in February 1982.

Rep. Pam Snyder hosted a ceremony to congratulate the West Greene High School Girls Softball team for winning the WPIAL Class A Championship, and finishing with the silver medal in the PIAA Class A Champion game.

Rep. Dan Frankel, the House Democratic chairman of the Women's Health Caucus, calls for Pennsylvania to put women's health first and repeal a strict abortion law to comply with a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision.

Democratic Leader Frank Dermody is joined by Appropriations Committee Democratic Chairman Joe Markosek and Republican leaders at a news conference shortly after the House passed a $31.55 billion General Fund budget that boosts education funding and avoids broad-based tax increases.

Governor Tom Wolf joins Rep. Ed Gainey in welcoming members from the Pittsburgh chapter of the BMe Community to Harrisburg. The BMe Community is a real-world social network for building more caring and prosperous communities.

Reps. Pete Schweyer and Nick Kotik listen as Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski comments on his bill that would establish a Kinship Navigator Pilot Program to determine the needs of kinship caregivers, focusing on grandparents raising grandchildren, and assess the feasibility of establishing a statewide Kinship Navigator Program.

Numerous PA House Democrats and Republicans, along with Gov. Tom Wolf, listen as Democratic Leader Frank Dermody discusses legislative efforts to combat the opioid and heroin epidemic in Pennsylvania.

Rep. Dan Frankel stands with Gov. Tom Wolf, House colleagues, and other advocates at an Equality PA news conference to call on the legislature to pass equal protections for LGBT citizens.

Reps. Mike Schlossberg and Pete Schweyer welcome Allentown School District students to Harrisburg, who participate in a free after-school musical program called El Sistema, which provides instruments and lessons to youth in poorer neighborhoods.

Lawmakers from across the state welcome Girl Gov students, all of whom travelled to Harrisburg to learn about civics, advocacy, philanthropy, community involvement, youth organizing, women’s history & leadership.

Rep. Vanessa Brown and Speaker Mike Turzai welcome His Imperial Majesty, from the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the Ooni of Ife, Ooni Adeyeye Enitatn Babatunde Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, and his wife, the Queen, to Harrisburg.

Rep. Leanne Krueger-Braneky is joined by House colleagues and advocates, including Moms Clean Air Force, PennFuture, and the Sierra Club, to discuss ways to stop the slew of dangerous legislation threatening the safety of the environment.

Rep. Paul Costa, the Democratic Chairman of the House Liquor Control Committee, is joined by many of his colleagues, including Democratic Leader Frank Dermody and Democratic Appropriations Chairman Joe Markosek, to watch Gov. Tom Wolf sign a bill modernizing and expanding wine sales in Pennsylvania.

Rep. Greg Vitali welcomes and honors the National Champion Villanova University men's basketball team with a citation on the House floor.

Rep. Tonyelle Cook-Artis welcomes students and faculty from Houston Elementary School, as well as artists from Live Connection, to highlight the impact of high quality arts programs in schools.

Rep. Dan Miller speaks at a disability funding rally in Harrisburg, calling for cuts to human services be restored.

Rep. Bill Keller speaks at a dedication ceremony in Philadelphia to rename the portion of Columbus Boulevard as the William J. Guarnere and Edward "Babe" Heffron Memorial Boulevard. Both men, now deceased, served during WW II with Easy Company, 2nd Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, in the 101st Airborne Division. Their stories were chronicled in the 2001 miniseries "Band of Brothers," which highlighted Easy Company’s missions during World War II.

Gov. Tom Wolf signs into law a measure authored by Rep. Maria Donatucci designed to better protect the identity of victims, witnesses, and other people placing 911 calls.

The female members of the Pennsylvania House come together to raise awareness for lung cancer, which is the number one cancer killer of women in the United States, during Women's Lung Health Week.

Rep. Pamela DeLissio speaks at a Harrisburg news conference on legislation to help military members, veterans, and their spouses, who already hold teaching certificates, to reinstate their state certification.

Rep. Jaret Gibbons speaks at a rally with members of the Alliance of Bikers Aimed Toward Education (ABATE) about his legislation that would stiffen penalties for distracted driving.

Rep. Leanna Krueger-Braneky was joined by Governor Tom Wolf for a hearing on the opioid crisis sweeping across Pennsylvania.

Rep. Joe Petrarca speaks at a Capitol news conference to discuss two bills that would institute cross-reporting measures for child and animal abuse.  Joining Rep. Petrarca are Sen. Guy Reschenthaler, Cathy Palm of the Center for Children's Justice of Pennsylvania, and Kristen Tullo of the Humane Society of the United States.

Rep. Mark Rozzi hosts a special panel discussion on statutes of limitation reform efforts in Pennsylvania. Pictured with Rep. Rozzi are Phil Saviano, a Boston survivor of Catholic clergy abuse depicted in the Academy Award-winning film “Spotlight”, and Patricia Dailey Lewis, executive director of the Beau Biden Foundation for the Protection of Children.

Rep. Madeleine Dean and DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn participate in the annual Bike To Work event, which serves as a way to get closer to nature, as well as keeping down pollution and congestion on roadways.

Rep. Dan Miller speaks at his news conference where he introduced legislation that would require a mental health, or brain health, check-up that would at minimum include a depression screening for each student in Pennsylvania by age 14.

Gov. Tom Wolf makes remarks at the Civic Commemoration of the Holocaust at the State Capitol, which is held yearly during the Days of Remembrance to honor the memories of the millions of people who died during the Holocaust.

After hearing security concerns voiced by corrections officers at Fayette County’s 2,000-inmate state prison, state Reps. Pam Snyder and Tim. Mahoney announce they will introduce legislation requiring each guard to carry a small canister of aerosol pepper spray.

Rep. Leanne Krueger-Braneky teamed up with the Sisters of St. Francis and Moms Clean Air Force at a press conference to call on the legislature to allow new gas drilling regulations to pass.

Rep. Bill Kortz calls for increased civics education in schools and was joined by state and national leaders in civics education to encourage the Legislature to support House Bill 1858, which would require Pennsylvania high school students to demonstrate a basic understanding of American history and civics as a condition of graduation.

Members of the PA House watch as a flower is placed on a wreath during the annual Police Memorial Service honoring the memory of all law enforcement officers who were killed in the line of duty throughout Pennsylvania.

Our Photo of the Day features Rep. Bill Kortz joining Governor Tom Wolf in welcoming USA National Miss Pennsylvania Susan Fancsali to the Capitol.

Our Photo of the Day features Rep. Cherelle Parker and Members of the Philadelphia Delegation with the family of fallen Philadelphia Firefighter Lt. Joyce Craig to mark the House's passage of a resolution offered in remembrance of Lt. Craig - the first female firefighter to die in the line of duty in Philadelphia. This resolution is a tribute to the commitment, dedication, leadership and sacrifice Lt. Craig exhibited as a member of the city’s fire department. Her untimely death is a tragic loss not only for her family, friends and colleagues, but for the entire city of Philadelphia.

Our Photo of the Day features students from Antietam Middle-Senior High School visiting the Capitol with Rep. Mark Rozzi and Governor Tom Wolf.

Rep. Dan Miller is joined by a number of his Allegheny County colleagues on a legislative panel highlighting what is being done by various governing bodies to move the conversation on mental health issues forward and push for greater awareness. The panel wrapped up the second day of Rep. Miller’s second annual Children and Youth Disability and Mental Health Summit.

Today's Photo of the Day shows Rep. Dan Miller and Rep. Brandon Neuman meeting with participants at Rep. Miller's Children and Youth Disability and Mental Health Summit. The event is designed to aid children with mental issues and physical disabilities in accessing helpful programs and services.

During House Appropriations Committee Budget Hearings, Rep. Ed Gainey listens to the testimony of Pennsylvania Auditor General Eugene DePasquale.

Rep. Joe Markosek, Democratic chairman of the House Appropriations Committee. Throughout March, Chairman Markosek will help oversee hearings on Governor Tom Wolf's budget proposal.

Our Photo of the Day features student musicians who came to the Capitol as part of Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski's effort marking Music In Our Schools Day.

Our Photo of the Day features Rep. Kevin Schreiber and Governor Tom Wolf as Rep. Schreiber prepares to serve on the committee to escort the governor to the House Floor for the budget address.

Our Photo of the Day features the bipartisan effort to save the lives of children by Rep. Mike Schlossberg and PA State Rep. Becky Corbin as they try to end philosophical exemptions for vaccinations.

Our Photo of the Day features Rep. Ed Gainey celebrating Black History Month with the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus.

Our Photo of the Day features Rep. Chris Sainato, Chairman of the House Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness Committee, at this morning's news event with the American Red Cross urging citizens to be prepared when disaster strikes.

Today's Photo of the Day reminds us just how beautiful the Capitol building can be during the wintertime.

Our Photo of the Day takes us to the House Floor as the former Marines serving in the House honor Iwo Jima Veteran Mahlon Fink as part of ceremonies marking the 70th Anniversary of that fateful battle. From left to right Rep. Jake Wheatley, Mr. Fink, Rep. Harry Readshaw, Rep. Neal Goodman, Rep. Hal English.

Our Photo of the Day takes us to the hundreds of people who marched to the Capitol demanding a fair day's wage for a hard day's work.

Pennsylvania's OWN Super Bowl Champions! Rep. Rosita C. Youngblood and Rep. Stephen Kinsey welcome Germantown's Northwest Raiders, the 2014 Pop Warner National Super Bowl Champions, to the State Capitol. The team was also honored with a House Resolution celebrating their achievement!

Pet owners are reminded to renew their dog’s license for 2015. All dogs three months of age or older must be licensed on an annual basis in Pennsylvania. http://www.agriculture.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/gateway/PTARGS_0_2_24476_10297_0_43/agwebsite/ProgramDetail.aspx?name=PA-Dog-Licensing-&navid=12&palid=100

Photo of the Day – It’s a snowy day at the Capitol.

Photo of the day. Governor Tom Wolf takes the Oath of Office.

Our Photo of the Day is of a tree planted in Capitol Park honoring the life, the service and the sacrifice of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in making a better world for all of us.

Our Photo of the Day celebrates the often-imitated, never-duplicated, undefeated, undisputed Champion of the World, the Farm Show Milkshake!

Today's Photo of the Day takes us to the Legislative Dairy Showmanship competition at the Pennsylvania Farm Show. You still have until Saturday at 5 p.m. to stop by, see the animals, try the delicious food, and support PA agriculture!

Our Photo of the Day takes you to the Sheep-to-Shawl demonstration showing how skilled artisans turn raw wool into fashion on the spot.

Our Photo of the Day takes you up close and personal with one of the equine athletes competing at the carriage races at the PA Farm Show.

Our Photo of the Day takes us to the PA Farm Show and introduces us to some alpacas in dire need of a haircut...and that haircut will result in lots of top-quality fur that will be transformed into warm clothes Made In PA.

Our Photo of the Day reminds us once again that today is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day so we can thank the men and women who put their lives on the line to protect us every day.

Our Photo of the Day is the unveiling of the annual Butter Sculpture at the Pennsylvania Farm Show! The show itself kicks off this weekend and, as always, admission is free! Check out www.farmshow.state.pa.us for more information

Our Photo of the Day returns us to the House Floor for swearing in as Appropriations Chairman Rep. Joe Markosek, Freshman Rep. Leslie Acosta, Democratic Leader Rep. Frank Dermody and Freshman Rep. Peter Schweyer share a moment on this important day.

Today's photo of the day takes us to the state Capitol, where House lawmakers took the oath of office to convene the 199th session of the General Assembly. The state constitution mandates the legislature convene at noon on the first Tuesday of January.

The Annual Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony was held Thursday, December 4.

A good time was had by all at Rep. Parker's annual holiday lighting ceremony

The U.S. Navy's held ceremony at the State Capitol marking the anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor.

State Rep. Michelle Brownlee, D-Philadelphia, holds a Warming Up With Brownlee event at her constituents services office in December.

State Rep. Timothy S. Mahoney recently conducted his annual Christmas Toy Drive to benefit clients of Fayette County Children and Youth Services. Donors who visited his Uniontown constituent service office got to meet Santa Claus, while helping fill a bus full of toys for needy children.

A public celebration with the lighting of the Pennsylvania Menorah is held in the East Wing of the state Capitol in Harrisburg.

State Rep. Timothy S. Mahoney (left) recently presented Vincent Weaver III with a House citation recognizing his receipt of the Power of Work Award from Goodwill Industries of Southwestern Pennsylvania. A graduate of Uniontown Area Senior High School (1974) and Edinboro University (1979), Weaver opened Vinny’s Hair Design in 1983 and overcame substance abuse over two decades ago.

The Capitol Christmas Tree.

Rep. Paul Costa's District Office Open House as Rep. Costa meets with citizens and local officials.

Our Photo of the Day features the Piper Family on the Floor of the House of Representatives after Rep. Mike Hanna's bill naming the Piper Cub Pennsylvania's Official State Aircraft is signed into law.

Newly elected House Democratic Leadership Team in the majestic Main Rotunda of the Capitol.

Today's photo of the day features Jim Getty as Lincoln at the Civil War Ball held in the Capitol Rotunda. The ball benefits the Pennsylvania Gettysburg Monuments Project, which Rep. Readshaw founded in 1997 after reading about the deterioration of the more than 1,000 monuments in the Gettysburg National Military Park.

Our Photo of the Day is all about the gorgeous Capitol Dome and the changing of the seasons

Ahead of Veterans Day tomorrow, our Photo of the Day keeps us here in Harrisburg, where Rep. Patty Kim recently hosted a veterans recognition ceremony to honor all those who've served our country. Thank you to our men and women in uniform -- past and present -- who have made great sacrifices so that we may all be free.

Our Photo of the Day takes us to York and Rep. Kevin Schreiber's Career Fair bringing together private and public employers for "one-stop-shopping" to help job seekers get a great career

Today's Photo of the Day honors Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Every year, the PA Breast Cancer Coalition teams up with the state Dept. of General Services to turn the Capitol fountain pink. It's a way to honor all those who've been diagnosed with breast cancer, including the more than 232,000 women who will be diagnosed with the disease this year, according to the American Cancer Society.

Rep. Maria Donatucci helps to dedicate the bridge named in honor of her late husband and predecessor as state Representative , the Honorable Robert C. Donatucci.

POW/MIA Ceremony at the State Capitol Building, and reminds us that we need to thank our Veterans for our freedom every day, not just on this Veteran's Day.

Rep. Bill Kortz takes part in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly-refurbished William D. Mansfield Bridge connecting the three municipalities of Dravosburg, McKeesport & Glassport.

A fall day at the Capitol Complex pictures the K. Leroy Irvis Office Building -- this building was named to honor former Speaker of the House Irvis, the first African-American Speaker in any state.