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O’Mara initiative to increase donations to Veterans Trust Fund enacted into law

(Sep 20, 2022) Rep. Jennifer M. O'Mara

Senate Bill 96, which contains language initially introduced and championed by O’Mara since her first term in 2019, raises contributions to the Veterans Trust Fund when drivers renew their license. Read more

 

PLBC meets with NAAGA and Second Amendment Caucus on gun issues

(Sep 20, 2022) Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus

“Black gun owners are uniquely positioned to discuss public safety and gun violence prevention while protecting the rights of legal, responsible gun owners.” Read more

 

Climate Caucus members call on the legislature to act during Climate Action Week

(Sep 20, 2022) Rep. Rick Krajewski, Rep. Danielle Friel Otten, Climate Caucus

Citing rising temperatures and an increase in climate related disasters, members expressed an urgent need to cut carbon emissions and quicken the transition to clean, renewable energy. Read more

 

Abney introduces bill to help small, local businesses get up and running

(Sep 20, 2022) Rep. Aerion Andrew Abney

“Local businesses are the engines driving our economy,” Abney said. “A financial jumpstart to help small businesses get established should encourage entrepreneurship.” Read more

 

Guzman and Burgos join efforts to aid people affected by Hurricane Fiona in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic

(Sep 19, 2022) Rep. Manuel Guzman, Rep. Danilo Burgos

The lawmakers, who lead the Pennsylvania Latino Caucus, thanked Governor Tom Wolf for deploying two members of PA Task Force 1 to Puerto Rico to support Hurricane Fiona response. Read more

 

Cephas and Davis move Dignity for Incarcerated Women Act to the Senate

(Sep 19, 2022) Rep. Morgan B. Cephas, Rep. Tina Davis

The Dignity for Incarcerated Women Act, which passed unanimously, would improve visitation rights for incarcerated parents, ban shackling pregnant people and enhance restraint documentation, along with other provisions. Read more

 

House Tourism and Recreational Development Committee hosts hearing on impact of public gardens

(Sep 19, 2022) Rep. Christina Sappey

Sappey requested the hearing to highlight the far-reaching economic, educational, environmental and physical benefits provided by Pennsylvania’s many public gardens, and to encourage promotion of public gardens throughout the commonwealth as a top priority for the Tourism and Recreational Development Committee. Read more

 

House Democrats host news conference to address diaper needs in state

(Sep 19, 2022) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans, Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, Rep. Tina Davis

Hill-Evan’s H.B. 692, which was introduced in 2021, would establish a grant program to improve, enhance and expand access to clean diapers for infants, children, and incontinent adults. Read more

 

Kim announces initiative to give Pittsburgh Steelers fans a say in broadcasted games

(Sep 16, 2022) Rep. Patty Kim

“Secondary market decisions not only affect the fans, banned from watching the teams they support, but can also negatively impact the financial earnings of stations forced to carry less popular teams,” said Kim. “Local bars and restaurants also suffer financial losses when NFL fans stay away on game day.” Read more

 

Burns proposes ‘Blue Alert’ system to protect officers, public

(Sep 16, 2022) Rep. Frank Burns

This system utilizes technologies employed by the established Amber Alert System and is currently implemented in 37 states. Read more

 

Matzie: What sports betting has done for western Pa.

(Sep 16, 2022) Rep. Robert Matzie

Legalized sports betting has proved to be a real shot in the arm to our state, and I am very proud of the hard work it took to make this happen. This will be a useful revenue source for state and local governments in Pennsylvania for a long time. Read more

 

Rep. Kenyatta calls for legislature to pass mental health legislation 

(Sep 15, 2022) Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta

“Too many people are struggling with their mental health across the commonwealth, and I fear that we are not doing enough in the legislature to address it,” Kenyatta said. “We need to pass legislation and provide more resources to help those who are suffering with a mental health crisis.” Read more

 

Pashinski urges passage of pre-canvassing legislation & supports free and fair elections

(Sep 14, 2022) Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski

“Despite what some in the majority party would want you to believe, our elections are safe and secure and the things we want to do would only make them better,” said Pashinski, D-Luzerne. Read more

 

Bullock: Want a Better Pennsylvania? Listen to Black Pennsylvanians

(Sep 14, 2022) Rep. Donna Bullock

Here is what I know: listening to and investing in Black Pennsylvanians will pay major dividends – boosting both the commonwealth’s economy and social justice efforts. Read more

 

Conklin, legislators call out attempts to undermine elections

(Sep 14, 2022) Rep. Scott Conklin

Conklin has introduced standalone legislation (H.B. 2625) that would allow counties to pre-canvass mail-in and absentee ballots earlier. Read more

 

Violence Intervention and Prevention, Transportation, and Local Law Enforcement Funding Opportunities

(Sep 13, 2022) PA House Appropriations Committee

Learn about the latest grant opportunities that are open for applications. Read more

 

Bizzarro, House Dems urge action on clean pre-canvassing legislation

(Sep 13, 2022) Rep. Ryan Bizzarro, Rep. Joanna E. McClinton

“It’s time we provide counties with what they need and pass a clean pre-canvassing bill. We can take action to avoid being the subject of the national news because of the unwillingness of Republican leadership in the General Assembly.” Read more

 

House Democrats rally support for legislation to aid PA’s workers

(Sep 13, 2022) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

With limited days remaining in the legislative session, Democrats highlighted the need to act on legislation that would boost workers’ earnings, offer workplace protections, allow for paid sick leave, and help workers save for retirement. Read more

 

Pashinski: Grandparents continuing to make a difference in children’s lives

(Sep 10, 2022) Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski

As anyone can imagine, raising a second family is no easy feat, especially when it comes to navigating the challenges of technology, the courts and state agencies. Read more

 

Ciresi introduces legislation to make hybrid & electric vehicles more affordable for Pennsylvanians

(Sep 09, 2022) Rep. Joseph Ciresi

Ciresi said the plan would help people save money in times of high gas prices and reduce overall gasoline demand. Read more

 

O’Mara initiative to increase donations to Veterans Trust Fund enacted into law
Sep 20, 2022

PLBC meets with NAAGA and Second Amendment Caucus on gun issues
Sep 20, 2022

Climate Caucus members call on the legislature to act during Climate Action Week
Sep 20, 2022

Abney introduces bill to help small, local businesses get up and running
Sep 20, 2022

Guzman and Burgos join efforts to aid people affected by Hurricane Fiona in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic
Sep 19, 2022

Cephas and Davis move Dignity for Incarcerated Women Act to the Senate
Sep 19, 2022

House Tourism and Recreational Development Committee hosts hearing on impact of public gardens
Sep 19, 2022

House Democrats host news conference to address diaper needs in state
Sep 19, 2022

Kim announces initiative to give Pittsburgh Steelers fans a say in broadcasted games
Sep 16, 2022

Burns proposes ‘Blue Alert’ system to protect officers, public
Sep 16, 2022

Matzie: What sports betting has done for western Pa.
Sep 16, 2022

Rep. Kenyatta calls for legislature to pass mental health legislation 
Sep 15, 2022

Pashinski urges passage of pre-canvassing legislation & supports free and fair elections
Sep 14, 2022

Bullock: Want a Better Pennsylvania? Listen to Black Pennsylvanians
Sep 14, 2022

Conklin, legislators call out attempts to undermine elections
Sep 14, 2022

Violence Intervention and Prevention, Transportation, and Local Law Enforcement Funding Opportunities
Sep 13, 2022

Bizzarro, House Dems urge action on clean pre-canvassing legislation
Sep 13, 2022

House Democrats rally support for legislation to aid PA’s workers
Sep 13, 2022

Pashinski: Grandparents continuing to make a difference in children’s lives
Sep 10, 2022

Ciresi introduces legislation to make hybrid & electric vehicles more affordable for Pennsylvanians
Sep 09, 2022