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Boyle: House GOP continues reckless attempt to undermine trust in elections with zero evidence of any impropriety, fraud

(Nov 23, 2020) Rep. Kevin Boyle

“This general election was held with the largest voter turnout ever, in the midst of a global pandemic. This election was held without cooperation from the GOP to allow counties the weeks of necessary time needed for preparation or pre-canvassing of mail-in and absentee ballots prior to Election Day. Despite these factors, while the 2020 election process in Pennsylvania wasn’t perfect, it was far from chaotic,” Boyle said. “It is time for the House GOP to stop these political games and allow us all to move forward.” Read more

 

Fiedler files Health Department complaint to hold Pa. state House accountable for unsafe working conditions

(Nov 20, 2020) Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler

“Today I filed a state Department of Health COVID-19 complaint against the Pennsylvania State House for failing to ensure safe working conditions, including for the refusal to wear masks and social distance on the House floor and even in committee meetings held in confined spaces. This drastic step reflects the high stakes that we face in protecting the health and safety of all staff and members who step foot in the building, as well as their families and communities at home.” Read more

 

Hohenstein applauds colleagues for supporting his latest effort to break down barriers, give people with disabilities a voice

(Nov 20, 2020) Rep. Joseph C. Hohenstein

"No one should be defined by a disability. I will continue working in Harrisburg to ensure financial support is available, and individuals receive the services they deserve. Together, we can amplify the voices of those seeking help to reach their goals and full potential." Read more

 

Rabb: Republicans reward special interests/harm Pennsylvanians with last-minute bill changes on last day of the legislative session

(Nov 20, 2020) Rep. Christopher M. Rabb

“In my capacity as a lawmaker and vice chairman of a committee, I am outraged that a bill that could have done some good was stripped of its good on the final day of the legislative session and turned into very dangerous public policy,” Rabb said. “Today’s back-door action by Republicans who chose special interests over people is unacceptable, especially considering that we are in the middle of a global pandemic that has claimed the lives of more than 9,600 Pennsylvanians and more than a quarter million Americans." Read more

 

Matzie bill to lower prescription drug costs passes legislature, heads to governor

(Nov 20, 2020) Rep. Robert Matzie

“This bill is a big victory for Pennsylvania’s taxpayers, local pharmacies and anyone who takes prescription medicine,” said Matzie, who is House Democratic chair of the bicameral, bipartisan Community Pharmacy Caucus. “With the power to decide which drugs are covered by insurance and how much to reimburse the pharmacies that fill those prescriptions, PBMs wield a huge amount of power, but for years, they have operated below the radar, with little or no scrutiny. All that is about to change." Read more

 

Webster highlights better ways to audit election

(Nov 19, 2020) Rep. Joe Webster

Pa. State Rep. Joe Webster suggests an audit of the 2020 election could be better accomplished through good governance via the Election Advisory Board, which has expertise in election law, rather than through H.R. 1100. Read more

 

Kenyatta calls for statewide mask requirement in new bill as COVID-19 cases surge

(Nov 19, 2020) Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta

“Countless medical reports and public health experts have pointed to the effectiveness of masks—properly covering the nose and mouth—to both the wearer and people in the wearer’s proximity,” said Kenyatta, D-Phila. “Nearly 10,000 Pennsylvanians, including our most vulnerable neighbors, have succumbed to this deadly virus so far. Being a good neighbor by wearing a mask is by far the best act of benevolence we can all take to keep our communities safe.” Read more

 

Bullock resolution to help homeless students adopted by House

(Nov 19, 2020) Rep. Donna Bullock

House Resolution 1086 declares the week of Nov. 16, 2020, as Students Experiencing Homelessness Awareness Week and designates Nov. 20, 2020, as Red Shirt Day. The measure raises awareness of student homelessness and encourages students and their friends to seek help and support. Read more

 

Matzie bill to strengthen anti-pyramid scheme law passes state Senate unanimously, heads for governor’s desk

(Nov 19, 2020) Rep. Robert Matzie

“We can’t protect consumers with outdated laws, and our anti-pyramid law is so old it still refers to chain letters,” said Matzie, who is Democratic chairman of the House Consumer Affairs Committee. “My bill would bring the law up to date so that it reflects the complexity of today’s criminal fraud and has the necessary teeth to be an effective enforcement tool." Read more

 

National Popular Vote Bill Introduced in Pennsylvania Legislature

(Nov 19, 2020) Rep. Christopher M. Rabb

At a press conference today, state Rep. Chris Rabb, D-Phila., introduced legislation for Pennsylvania to join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact and invited his colleagues of all political parties to sign onto the bill as co-sponsors. Read more

 

House unanimously adopts Shusterman resolution honoring small business development centers

(Nov 18, 2020) Rep. Melissa Shusterman

“Small businesses are the backbone of our communities. When they need assistance or advice, small business development centers are the ones to help them, especially during these unprecedented times,” Shusterman said. “These centers have helped create over six thousand businesses since 2011 and generated over $3 billion in sales. As this is an extremely difficult time for small business owners, we need to thank those dedicated to helping them succeed.” Read more

 

House unanimously adopts Merski resolution celebrating Polish American heritage

(Nov 18, 2020) Rep. Robert Merski

Merski, D-Erie, said he introduced H.R. 1074 to bring attention to the rich Polish American heritage shared by so many Pennsylvanians and the countless contributions Polish Americans have made to U.S. history, culture and innovation. Read more

 

Rabb: innovative solutions needed amid rising COVID-19 cases

(Nov 18, 2020) Rep. Christopher M. Rabb

Rabb and state Rep. Bob Brooks, R-Westmoreland/Allegheny, introduced legislation (H.B. 2949) in September that would provide grants of up to $50,000 and tax credits of up to $100,000 to restauranteurs who sell PA Preferred groceries to customers in underserved neighborhoods. Funding for the Food Security Initiative would come from federal CARES Act money the state has in its possession and can use for this purpose. Read more

 

Ciresi resolution urges Congress to ease tax burden on struggling local businesses

(Nov 17, 2020) Rep. Joseph Ciresi

“The relief that was supposed to ensure that they could stay afloat has become a burden to small businesses, inhibiting their ability to recover and provide high-quality jobs across the state,” Ciresi said. “The small business owners in my district and across Pennsylvania are counting on us to make sure their voices are heard. This resolution does that.” Read more

 

Miller elected House Democratic Caucus chairman

(Nov 16, 2020) Rep. Dan Miller

“While I am excited and honored to be chosen by my colleagues to serve them in leadership, we have a lot of work to do,” Miller said. “We are still struggling with COVID-19 and for the betterment of the state, Republicans and Democrats must work together better." Read more

 

McClinton Historically Elected as House Democratic Leader

(Nov 13, 2020) Rep. Joanna E. McClinton

Pa. state Rep. Joanna McClinton was elected by her Democratic colleagues as the House Democratic Leader for the 2021-22 legislative session. She is the first Black woman to lead any Caucus in Pennsylvania, and the first woman to be a Floor Leader in the House. Read more

 

Kinsey congratulates Bullock for being elected to chair Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus

(Nov 13, 2020) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

“Representative Bullock has been an outstanding vice chair of the PLBC, and I’m thrilled to see manifestations of her dedication in ensuring communities of color are uplifted and recognized in the legislative fabric of our commonwealth,” said Kinsey, D-Phila. Read more

 

Davis elected House Democratic Caucus Secretary

(Nov 13, 2020) Rep. Tina Davis

“I am deeply honored to have been elected by my peers to serve on the House Democratic Caucus leadership team as secretary,” Davis said. “I am looking forward to working with the leadership team to guide the caucus to achieve its legislative goals in the House in the upcoming session.” Read more

 

Rep. Bizzarro elected to serve as House Democratic Policy Committee Chair

(Nov 12, 2020) Rep. Ryan Bizzarro

“I am grateful a majority of my colleagues appointed me to this post. I value their support and confidence in my abilities to serve our caucus in this leadership role. As chairman of the Policy Committee, I look forward to finding innovative ways to bring the issues that matter most to Pennsylvanians to the forefront. I look forward to working with the leadership team to make sure we put people first with good jobs, access to affordable healthcare, and quality school,” Bizzarro said. Read more

 

House Democrats elect leaders for upcoming legislative session

(Nov 12, 2020) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

Rep. Joanna McClinton today made Pennsylvania history, becoming the first woman elected to serve as a minority leader in the House or Senate. With 32 women serving in the upcoming session, more than one-third of the new House Democratic Caucus are women. Read more

 

Boyle: House GOP continues reckless attempt to undermine trust in elections with zero evidence of any impropriety, fraud
Nov 23, 2020

Fiedler files Health Department complaint to hold Pa. state House accountable for unsafe working conditions
Nov 20, 2020

Hohenstein applauds colleagues for supporting his latest effort to break down barriers, give people with disabilities a voice
Nov 20, 2020

Rabb: Republicans reward special interests/harm Pennsylvanians with last-minute bill changes on last day of the legislative session
Nov 20, 2020

Matzie bill to lower prescription drug costs passes legislature, heads to governor
Nov 20, 2020

Webster highlights better ways to audit election
Nov 19, 2020

Kenyatta calls for statewide mask requirement in new bill as COVID-19 cases surge
Nov 19, 2020

Bullock resolution to help homeless students adopted by House
Nov 19, 2020

Matzie bill to strengthen anti-pyramid scheme law passes state Senate unanimously, heads for governor’s desk
Nov 19, 2020

National Popular Vote Bill Introduced in Pennsylvania Legislature
Nov 19, 2020

House unanimously adopts Shusterman resolution honoring small business development centers
Nov 18, 2020

House unanimously adopts Merski resolution celebrating Polish American heritage
Nov 18, 2020

Rabb: innovative solutions needed amid rising COVID-19 cases
Nov 18, 2020

Ciresi resolution urges Congress to ease tax burden on struggling local businesses
Nov 17, 2020

Miller elected House Democratic Caucus chairman
Nov 16, 2020

McClinton Historically Elected as House Democratic Leader
Nov 13, 2020

Kinsey congratulates Bullock for being elected to chair Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus
Nov 13, 2020

Davis elected House Democratic Caucus Secretary
Nov 13, 2020

Rep. Bizzarro elected to serve as House Democratic Policy Committee Chair
Nov 12, 2020

House Democrats elect leaders for upcoming legislative session
Nov 12, 2020