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Daley applauds Wolf administration investment in tourism recovery

(Dec 16, 2021) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

The funds come to Pennsylvania in the form of a grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration as part of the 2021 American Rescue Plan Act. Read more

 

Warren celebrates passage of parks volunteer protections bill

(Dec 15, 2021) Rep. Perry Warren

House Bill 1694 would amend the Recreational Use of Land and Water Act to give volunteers providing services to care for, enhance, preserve or maintain recreational spaces the same protections in lawsuits as the owners of that land. Read more

 

Matzie hails final passage of broadband expansion bill

(Dec 15, 2021) Rep. Robert Matzie

Matzie, D-Beaver/Allegheny, said H.B. 2071 will establish the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority – charged with creating a broadband plan and distributing grants for broadband expansion projects – and bring critical connections to previously unserved or underserved areas. Read more

 

Rep. Kinkead and House Democrats defend election integrity

(Dec 15, 2021) Rep. Emily Kinkead, Rep. Manuel Guzman, Rep. Scott Conklin

“Republican lawmakers in Pennsylvania have made it clear that they do not trust our elections – except for elections that put members of their own party in power,” said Kinkead. Read more

 

Schweyer: We Must Stay Vigilant

(Dec 15, 2021) Rep. Peter G. Schweyer

Pa. state Rep. Peter Schweyer believes no one has the right to undermine the people’s will during an election and calls on residents across the commonwealth to remain vigilant and question any attempts to alter election results. Read more

 

Ciresi applauds Wolf Administration’s $17M investment in PA tourism industry

(Dec 14, 2021) Rep. Joseph Ciresi

Pennsylvania’s travel and tourism industry supports over 490,000 jobs and generates $4.3 billion in annual tax revenue. Over 200 million people visit Pennsylvania each year, creating an economic impact of $46 billion. Read more

 

Now open for applications: Child abuse and neglect prevention funding and business site development opportunities

(Dec 14, 2021) Appropriations

Read about the latest state grant programs open for applications. Read more

 

Shusterman, Kenyatta and Fiedler introduce bill to reinstate emergency assistance

(Dec 13, 2021) Rep. Melissa Shusterman, Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta, Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler

“When the General Assistance program was ended, so too was a lifeline many people were depending on to help them. This bill would make sure we are continuing to protect those who need it the most.” Read more

 

Curry excited to begin first term in office

(Dec 13, 2021) Rep. Gina H. Curry

“I am honored to be given the opportunity to serve the people of the 164th District,” Curry said. “I promise to listen to the people who trust me to be their voice and fight for their concerns in Harrisburg.” Read more

 

Conklin: Republican congressional redistricting legislation a ‘shell game’

(Dec 13, 2021) Rep. Scott Conklin

Democratic opposition to the bills was led by the committee’s Democratic chair, state Rep. Scott Conklin, D-Centre, who said he was “deeply disappointed” by the decision to push the legislation through the committee without details. Read more

 

Pashinski & Madden introduce bill to make PA Preferred Organic Program permanent in the state

(Dec 13, 2021) Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, Rep. Maureen E. Madden

“PA Preferred Organic businesses grow all foods under the sun that are healthy for us, and that alone should be a reason to make the program permanent in our commonwealth.” Read more

 

House Democratic Caucus welcomes new legislator to Harrisburg

(Dec 13, 2021) Rep. Joanna E. McClinton

“Decades of experience in education, advocacy and behavioral health, including serving as vice president of the Upper Darby School Board, will allow her to jump in on day one to contribute to debating some of the most significant issues impacting the commonwealth.” Read more

 

Cephas, McClinton applaud VP Harris’ call to action to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity

(Dec 08, 2021) Rep. Morgan B. Cephas, Rep. Joanna E. McClinton

“With the action on the federal level this week, I am hopeful that we can continue to make strides with regard to maternal health,” Cephas said. “The cost of not acting on this issue is too dire, and what we can achieve if we are successful is invaluable – fewer parents will suffer and more parents will live to see their babies grow.” Read more

 

Now open for applications: Project Safe and Smart and Rural Health Funding Opportunities

(Dec 07, 2021) Appropriations

Read the about the latest state grant opportunities. Read more

 

Rep. Shusterman introduces bill to prohibit small plastic bottles in all lodging establishments

(Dec 07, 2021) Rep. Melissa Shusterman

To prevent significant plastic waste, this bill would prohibit the entities from offering guests personal care items in small plastic bottles. Businesses would also save money by opting for bulk dispensers for personal care items. Read more

 

Ciresi introduces legislation to establish a state disaster relief program

(Dec 07, 2021) Rep. Joseph Ciresi

“With each passing year, we are seeing increasingly dangerous weather,” Ciresi said. “We need to put a safety net in place to protect and support Pennsylvanians when natural disaster strikes." Read more

 

Harkins, Merski: $5 million awarded to expand, improve expERIEnce Children’s Museum

(Dec 03, 2021) Rep. Patrick J. Harkins, Rep. Robert Merski

The lawmakers, both D-Erie, said the funding – supported through the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program – will help fund a building addition, outdoor space and improvements to the existing structure. Read more

 

Sen. Costa & Rep. Frankel Announce $6.6M for Tree of Life Rebuild

(Dec 03, 2021) Rep. Dan B. Frankel, Sen. Jay Costa

The project will transform the site of the worst anti-Semitic attack in U.S. history into a new place of hope, remembrance, and education. Read more

 

Berks lawmakers Applaud $7.5 Million in State Funding for Reading Phils, Tout Community Effort to Improve Stadium

(Dec 03, 2021) Rep. Mark Rozzi, Rep. Manuel Guzman, Sen. Judy Schwank

Funding from the state is in conjunction with dollars put forward by R-Phils ownership and funding promised by Berks County and the City of Reading. Read more

 

Rep. Kenyatta calls for state of emergency on gun violence, passage of stalled gun safety bills

(Dec 02, 2021) Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta

“Too many members of our community have lost their lives and many others live in fear of losing theirs. This is why it is crucial that we pass meaningful legislation in the PA legislature that will keep our community safe and prevent further needless deaths.” Read more

 

Daley applauds Wolf administration investment in tourism recovery
Dec 16, 2021

Warren celebrates passage of parks volunteer protections bill
Dec 15, 2021

Matzie hails final passage of broadband expansion bill
Dec 15, 2021

Rep. Kinkead and House Democrats defend election integrity
Dec 15, 2021

Schweyer: We Must Stay Vigilant
Dec 15, 2021

Ciresi applauds Wolf Administration’s $17M investment in PA tourism industry
Dec 14, 2021

Now open for applications: Child abuse and neglect prevention funding and business site development opportunities
Dec 14, 2021

Shusterman, Kenyatta and Fiedler introduce bill to reinstate emergency assistance
Dec 13, 2021

Curry excited to begin first term in office
Dec 13, 2021

Conklin: Republican congressional redistricting legislation a ‘shell game’
Dec 13, 2021

Pashinski & Madden introduce bill to make PA Preferred Organic Program permanent in the state
Dec 13, 2021

House Democratic Caucus welcomes new legislator to Harrisburg
Dec 13, 2021

Cephas, McClinton applaud VP Harris’ call to action to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity
Dec 08, 2021

Now open for applications: Project Safe and Smart and Rural Health Funding Opportunities
Dec 07, 2021

Rep. Shusterman introduces bill to prohibit small plastic bottles in all lodging establishments
Dec 07, 2021

Ciresi introduces legislation to establish a state disaster relief program
Dec 07, 2021

Harkins, Merski: $5 million awarded to expand, improve expERIEnce Children’s Museum
Dec 03, 2021

Sen. Costa & Rep. Frankel Announce $6.6M for Tree of Life Rebuild
Dec 03, 2021

Berks lawmakers Applaud $7.5 Million in State Funding for Reading Phils, Tout Community Effort to Improve Stadium
Dec 03, 2021

Rep. Kenyatta calls for state of emergency on gun violence, passage of stalled gun safety bills
Dec 02, 2021