HARRISBURG, April 13 – Today, the Fairness Act , whose prime sponsors are state Reps. Malcolm Kenyatta, D-Phila.; Jessica Benham, Dan Frankel and Latasha D. Mayes, all D-Allegheny; Ismail Smith-Wade-El, D-Lancaster; and Greg Scott, D-Montgomery, was introduced as H.B. 300. The following joint statement can be attributed to the members listed above: “Every single Pennsylvanian deserves to live with dignity and respect. For far too long, LGBTQ+ folks across the commonwealth have faced horrific discrimination for who they love, how they identify and who they are. “In 2020, in the landmark decision of Bostock v. Clayton County, the United States Supreme Court ruled that an employer cannot discriminate against an individual because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. While this decision was a historic victory for civil rights, it does not prevent someone in our state who identifies as LGBTQ+ from being denied housing, education or access to public accommodations. These protections must be codified into law. “Lack of a comprehensive anti-discrimination law in Pennsylvania is a deterrent for workers and businesses who could help grow our economy, and its passage is long overdue. Discrimination in any form degrades us all. We can and must do better. “That is why we are introducing the Fairness Act (H.B.300) to prohibit discrimination in our state based on sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression. “We Read more
On Wednesday, the House Health Committee held a hearing on my legislation to create a Pharmaceutical Affordability Board in Pennsylvania. Read more
“We are deeply proud of our vibrant, diverse community in Pittsburgh,” said Representative Dan Frankel. Read more
On Wednesday, I introduced legislation to ensure parents and guardians of gender-diverse children are not investigated or punished for getting evidence-based, patient-appropriate care for their children. Read more
“A description of early abortion care and care for a miscarriage would show that the two are indistinguishable. They use the exact same medications and the exact same process,” House Majority Health Committee Chairman Dan Frankel said. “When providers are trained to manage a miscarriage, they are learning how to provide abortion care. The fact that some clinicians are then prevented from using that expertise is clearly based on ideology. Frankly, nurses and midwives would be as thoughtful and professional in providing abortion care as the doctors that are currently allowed to do so.” Read more
The Pennsylvania Jewish Legislative Caucus will work to incorporate the perspectives and needs of Pennsylvania’s Jewish communities in legislation passed by the General Assembly. Read more
Says budget addresses many pressing issues across Pennsylvania Read more
Says access to health care, lowering costs are key issues in years ahead Read more
“I’m always proud to introduce colleagues and friends to some of the great resources located in the heart of my legislative district,” co-host Rep. Dan Frankel said. “Phipps has been a leader in green innovation, opting to make changes 20 years ago that some organizations and businesses are finally accepting today, including the creation of three of the greenest buildings in the world.” Read more
Vows to work to prevent gun violence and provide services to those affected by it Read more
Kenyatta, Benham will lead the caucus in 2023-24 session Read more
State Rep. Dan Frankel, D-Allegheny, today announced that six local projects will receive more than $5.8 million in state grant funding. Read more
Harrisburg happenings, free breakfast for students and more! Read more
My office will be closed Wednesday, Oct. 5, in observance of Yom Kippur. The office will reopen, Thursday, Oct. 6 at 9 am. G’mar chatima tova. Read more
$120,000 to help fund planning efforts Read more
Harrisburg happenings, voting resources and community events! Read more
Gun violence prevention grants, vaccine clinic and community events! Read more
The Pardons project, back to school and community events! Read more
Addressing antisemitic threats and other news Read more
REVIEW: Protecting LGBTQ+ people, hearing aids now OTC Read more
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