Isaacson Celebrates 2nd Anniversary of Biden Infrastructure Act

(Nov 15, 2023)

PA state Rep. Mary Isaacson joins House and Senate colleagues to acknowledge the progress made in the 2 years since the Biden Administration’s Infrastructure Act went into effect. With I-95 running through Isaacson’s district in Philadelphia and the waterfront bordering it in the east, she knows the importance of proper funding to keep people, goods and services moving. Read more

 

Schweyer, Isaacson appointed to PHEAA board of directors

(Nov 02, 2023)

Since elected, I have fought for students in Pennsylvania. They should not be priced out of pursuing a degree or higher education. We need to do everything we can to ensure that Pennsylvanians who want to attend school can - and that their futures are not hindered with burdensome debt because they did. I am honored to be chosen for this role and thankful to Speaker McClinton for choosing me to be a part of this important agency. Read more

 

Isaacson: Bringing People to Main Streets, Businesses

(Oct 25, 2023)

Studying the transportation challenges faced by many cities and boroughs across the commonwealth, Pa. state Rep. Mary Isaacson and the House Democratic Policy Committee tour State Street and some of its businesses in Media, Pa. Read more

 

Isaacson Calls for Gun Safety Vote

(Oct 04, 2023)

Pa. state Rep. Mary Isaacson stands with Moms Demand Action as they call on the state Senate to bring commonsense gun laws to a vote. The House already passed bipartisan gun safety bills that include universal background checks and extreme risk protection orders, but the Senate has refused to take any action on either measure. Read more

 

The first hearing to fix Pennsylvania’s education funding system showed it will be a tough task

(Sep 15, 2023)

"Thus, we are here trying to figure it out, so that we can make sure we are educating our children and not losing another generation," Isaacson said. Read more

 

Isaacson Addresses Education Shortfalls

(Sep 14, 2023)

As a member of the House Education Committee, Pa. state Rep. Mary Isaacson knows the challenges that public schools across the Commonwealth face due to an outdated, unfair funding plan. Isaacson is working with the Basic Education Funding Commission to propose a new education funding formula to give ALL school districts the resources they need to give young Pennsylvanians the educational opportunities guaranteed in our state’s Constitution. Read more

 

State Grant Programs Open For Application (09/05/2023)

(Sep 05, 2023)

PROGRAMS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Regional Policing Assistance Program Who May Apply: Applicants for the Regional Policing Assistance Program may be any municipality – a city, borough, township, home-rule municipality, or county. Applicants may also be a public or quasi-public body, or its representative, duly authorized to act on behalf of one or more municipalities. All applications must be accompanied by fully executed Articles of Agreement or an Intergovernmental Agreement that establishes a Regional Police Department. Use: Funding will support efforts in establishing or expanding regional police departments that would improve the following: uniformity and consistency of enforcement across municipalities; recruitment; distribution and deployment of police personnel; training and personnel efficiency; career enhancement opportunities; enhanced professionalism; and reduction of costs. Funds: A total of approximately $1,000,000 in federal funds is being announced to support this initiative. Applicants may apply for up to $150,000 for the formation of a new regional police department or up to $50,000 for the expansion of an existing regional police department by adding a chartered municipality(ies). Application Deadline: September 6, 2023 More information: PCCD Website Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Legal Standing Video Read more

 

Isaacson Works to Ensure Fair Funding for Pa. Schools

(Aug 03, 2023)

Pa. state Rep. Mary Isaacson and her colleagues in the House Majority Policy Committee set out across the Commonwealth on a weeklong tour of public schools. Their goal is to bring awareness to the funding disparities that still exist among public school districts and find solutions to ensure every child in the state has access to a quality, public education. Read more

 

No Signs of Compromise Between Pa. House Lawmakers Over Funding for State Related Universities

(Jul 19, 2023)

“Putting restrictions on any sort of funding from the state- where we should be making these investments in our institutions- is not what our role in government is. They’re premier universities, and we are very lucky to have them in our communities being a workforce as well as an education force and setting Pennsylvania aside as a place of excellent higher learning,” said Rep. Mary Isaacson (D-Philadelphia). “We can have our debates about different issues, but we certainly shouldn't be dictating to higher education institutions what they should and should not be doing,” Isaacson added. Read more

 

Isaacson Session Week Wrap - Budget Season Week 5

(Jul 06, 2023)

Pa. state Rep. Mary Isaacson highlights some of the big wins in this year's state budget agreement. Read more

 

Pennsylvania bill adds requirements to catalytic converter sale process

(Jul 05, 2023)

According to the bill, a scrap processor or recycling facility operator who fails to collect the information required … is guilty of a misdemeanor of the third degree and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of not less than $5,000. Read more

 

Pennsylvania lawmakers want to crack down on catalytic converter thefts

(Jul 03, 2023)

"One of the unfortunate things is it's very easy to steal one of these converters out from a car without even having to break into the car," the lawmaker said. "It's problems in parking lots and in individual communities and neighborhoods, right on the streets." Read more

 

Pa. House passes bill to counter catalytic converter thefts

(Jul 03, 2023)

Car owners should not have to foot the bill for someone stealing from them, and for many households, the cost of replacing a stolen catalytic converter is burdensome,” Isaacson said. “For many Pennsylvanians, their car is a part of their livelihood. This legislation provides several important deterrents to ensure that consumers in the commonwealth have the highest level of protection from theft. Read more

 

Isaacson Speaks Out Against SCOTUS LGBTQ+ Ruling

(Jun 30, 2023)

Pa. state Rep. Mary Isaacson shares her disappointment in a recent ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court that would allow business owners to discriminate against and refuse to serve members of the LGBTQ+ community. Isaacson says now it is more important than ever for her colleagues in the state legislature to pass the #PAFairnessAct Read more

 

Pa House passes bill to counter catalytic converter thefts

(Jun 30, 2023)

“Car owners should not have to foot the bill for someone stealing from them, and for many households, the cost of replacing a stolen catalytic converter is burdensome,” Isaacson said. “For many Pennsylvanians, their car is a part of their livelihood. This legislation provides several important deterrents to ensure that consumers in the commonwealth have the highest level of protection from theft.” Read more

 

Isaacson Session Week Wrap - Budget Season Week 4

(Jun 29, 2023)

Advancements in education funding, dual enrollment, and protection of personal property, but still no budget agreement. Pa. state Rep. Mary Isaacson brings us up to speed on this week’s developments at the state Capitol. Read more

 

Pa. House passes bill to address inadequate school facilities

(Jun 27, 2023)

House Bill 1408 would enact PlanCon 2.0, legislation that was recommended by the Pennsylvania Public School Building Construction and Reconstruction Advisory Committee, and has not been invested in since 2016. It is a reimbursement program for school construction. Read more

 

Pa. House passes Isaacson’s legislation regarding community college

(Jun 26, 2023)

“Community college is an affordable path to a great future,” Isaacson said. “We need to embrace community college students by ensuring that they have every opportunity to transfer to a four-year college or university with ease.” Read more

 

Isaacson Session Week Wrap - Budget Season Week 3

(Jun 22, 2023)

Pa. state Rep. Mary Isaacson provides updates on progress made toward a state budget agreement and highlights a few other achievements in the House this week. Read more

 

Isaacson Session Week Wrap - Budget Season Week 2

(Jun 15, 2023)

Advancing child care tax credit legislation and a bill to address the teacher shortage, Pa. state Rep. Mary Isaacson takes a look at the week’s accomplishments as legislators move toward a final state budget agreement. Read more