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McNeill appointed chair of Northeast Democratic Delegation

Updated child predator laws introduced

(Sep 07, 2023)

“We are trying to proactively look at ways to deter and stop contact with minors before it happens,” said Rep. James Haddock. Read more

 

Federal funding will help communities get the upper hand on climate change, officials say

(Sep 07, 2023)

State Rep. Steve Samuelson, D-Northampton County, said $369 billion out of the Inflation Reduction Act would be used to address energy security and climate change. Read more

 

Man works to draw attention to late father’s heroic actions during TMI’s near-meltdown

(Sep 07, 2023)

Pa. Rep. Mark Rozzi issued this citation in August to honor the late Ron Fountain for the heroism he demonstrated during the response to the 1979 Three Mile Island nuclear disaster. Read more

 

Pennsylvania must do more to protect consumers in shopping for energy | Opinion

(Sep 06, 2023)

We are one of the staunchest supporters behind Representative Kyle Mullins’ sponsorship of House Bill 1578. Read more

 

Warehouses dominate discussion of proposed law to add oversight to Pennsylvania development

(Sep 06, 2023)

State Rep. Bob Freeman (D-Northampton) led the hearing on Rep. Schlossberg's House Bill 782, which would require more information from builders about the impact of big developments. Read more

 

Lehigh Valley experts testify on PA bill addressing warehouse development

(Sep 06, 2023)

"This is something that needs our attention, and this is a start," said Rep. Robert Freeman, D-Northampton, the committee chair. "As far as whether there's an appetite for this, I think it comes down to the quality of the product we as a committee might be able to report." Read more

 

‘Long overdue’: Pa. towns would get more control over warehouses under Lehigh Valley lawmaker’s bill

(Sep 06, 2023)

A bill proposed by state Rep. Mike Schlossberg, D-Lehigh, would modernize the process and give local governments tools to scrutinize projects such as warehouses. Read more

 

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

(Sep 05, 2023)

Here are several grant programs that recently opened for applications. Read more

 

Officials Say Cyber Charter Schools Are Costing Pennsylvania Taxpayers Millions

(Sep 01, 2023)

A child in an online private school costs much more to educate than if they were in a public school's online school. Area lawmakers, including Rep. Probst, point out, the school districts must raise taxes to pay the bill. Read more

 

Pashinski, Argall tout state grants in Bear Creek

(Sep 01, 2023)

“It was a pleasure working with Senator Argall to acquire the funds needed to make the necessary repairs for several of the communities we represent together,” Pashinski said. Read more

 

$490,936 announced for Bear Creek projects

(Sep 01, 2023)

State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-Wilkes-Barre, and state Sen. Dave Argall, R-Schuylkill County, announced three state grants awarded to support transportation projects in Bear Creek Village Borough and Bear Creek Township. Read more

 

The Wright Center observes National Health Center Week with flag raising at Mid Valley Practice

(Sep 01, 2023)

Said Rep. Kyle Mullins: “The value of health centers is no secret. But it’s impossible to know the full impact of your work. What you do here on a daily basis matters so much.” Read more

 

Bill to open Allentown NIZ financial records passes Pa. state Senate

(Sep 01, 2023)

The two state representatives who represent the NIZ, Reps. Pete Schweyer and Joshua Siegel, were both fired up by Coleman’s bill. Read more

 

McNeill resumes satellite office hours in Fountain Hill

(Sep 01, 2023)

State Rep. Jeanne McNeill announced she is expanding the assistance available through her office by resuming her monthly satellite hours at the Fountain Hill Borough Hall in Fountain Hill. Read more

 

'Prepared for the Workforce of Tomorrow': Gov. Shapiro Highlights New Investments During Allentown Visit

(Aug 31, 2023)

Attendees and speakers included Robert Smith, EASCTC Executive Training Director, Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk, Easton Mayor Sal Panto Jr., and State Reps. Peter Schweyer, Mike Schlossberg, Josh Siegel, and Steve Samuelson. Read more

 

Bear Creek Village and Township secure major grants for infrastructure improvement

(Aug 31, 2023)

“And so the feeling today was very joyous, we’re all very happy about it because of the fact that we were able to find this money and be able to delegate it to these folks that need it," said Pashinski. Read more

 

State Rep. Mullins introduces legislation to increase dental care access in Pennsylvania

(Aug 31, 2023)

State Rep. Kyle Mullins introduced legislation that would give dentists and dental hygienists who meet certain requirements more flexibility to move to Pennsylvania and provide critical dental services. Read more

 

Pashinski, Argall celebrate state grants to improve Bear Creek Township infrastructure

(Aug 31, 2023)

State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski and state Sen. Dave Argall celebrated three state grants awarded to support transportation projects in Bear Creek Village and Bear Creek Township today. They were joined by Bear Creek Village Mayor Walter Mitchell and Bear Creek Village Chair of Council John Parsons. Read more

 

Kosierowski: more than $250,000 secured to sustain local farm

(Aug 31, 2023)

State Rep. Bridget M. Kosierowski today announced a total of $264,606 was awarded to a project in her community. Read more

 

Schlossberg: Senate Republicans’ inaction to have consequences

(Aug 31, 2023)

State Rep. Mike Schlossberg today issued a statement on the Senate Republicans' failure to include $100 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding for adult mental health services in their Fiscal Code bill, which passed the Senate on Wednesday: Read more

 

Updated child predator laws introduced
Sep 07, 2023

Federal funding will help communities get the upper hand on climate change, officials say
Sep 07, 2023

Man works to draw attention to late father’s heroic actions during TMI’s near-meltdown
Sep 07, 2023

Pennsylvania must do more to protect consumers in shopping for energy | Opinion
Sep 06, 2023

Warehouses dominate discussion of proposed law to add oversight to Pennsylvania development
Sep 06, 2023

Lehigh Valley experts testify on PA bill addressing warehouse development
Sep 06, 2023

‘Long overdue’: Pa. towns would get more control over warehouses under Lehigh Valley lawmaker’s bill
Sep 06, 2023

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

Officials Say Cyber Charter Schools Are Costing Pennsylvania Taxpayers Millions
Sep 01, 2023

Pashinski, Argall tout state grants in Bear Creek
Sep 01, 2023

$490,936 announced for Bear Creek projects
Sep 01, 2023

The Wright Center observes National Health Center Week with flag raising at Mid Valley Practice
Sep 01, 2023

Bill to open Allentown NIZ financial records passes Pa. state Senate
Sep 01, 2023

McNeill resumes satellite office hours in Fountain Hill
Sep 01, 2023

'Prepared for the Workforce of Tomorrow': Gov. Shapiro Highlights New Investments During Allentown Visit
Aug 31, 2023

Bear Creek Village and Township secure major grants for infrastructure improvement
Aug 31, 2023

State Rep. Mullins introduces legislation to increase dental care access in Pennsylvania
Aug 31, 2023

Pashinski, Argall celebrate state grants to improve Bear Creek Township infrastructure
Aug 31, 2023

Kosierowski: more than $250,000 secured to sustain local farm
Aug 31, 2023

Schlossberg: Senate Republicans’ inaction to have consequences
Aug 31, 2023