Looking to build on the continued success of the Northeast region in the Commonwealth, state Rep. Jeanne McNeill assumed the role of chair of the Northeast Democratic Delegation in the PA House of Representatives today, a role previously held by state Rep. Maureen Madden. Read more
“If we had adopted a COLA back in 2007 when this was adjusted, the program would’ve kept pace with those modest Social Security increases, those modest pension increases, and people would not have lost out,” said House Finance Committee Chairman Steve Samuelson, D-Northampton County, who sponsored the bill. Read more
“I introduced my bill to ensure future generations of Pennsylvanians understand the events of 9/11, as well as the impact it continues to have on the lives of all Americans," Haddock said. Read more
Public service is about serving and advocating for others. Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz has strived to do so throughout her career. Read more
Rep. Mike Schlossberg, a Democrat from Lehigh County, recalled his own struggles with mental health as he spoke in favor of the bill. Read more
“The House Education Committee is committed to improving educational opportunities for all Pennsylvanians and efforts to deliver better schools for every student,” said Schweyer. Read more
“The Mickley-Prydun farm is part of our history dating back to the Revolutionary War, and this grant will help in the restoration project so that others will be able to learn about John Mickley Sr. and his son Jacob, who protected the Liberty Bell from the British,” Rep. Jeanne McNeill said in a news release. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Jeanne McNeill co-hosted her annual Senior Fair with state Senator Nick Miller at the Whitehall Mall, giving area seniors a one-stop shop for information, programs and resources to help them live a happy, healthy life. Read more
Summer and warmer weather is right around the corner. Pa. state Rep. Jim Haddock stresses the importance of boat safety whenever you’re out on one of Pennsylvania’s waterways. National Safe Boating Week is May 20 – May 26, and Haddock highlights important safety tips to keep in mind before you and your family or friends hit the water! Read more
Pennsylvania House Bill 849, sponsored by Rep. Mike Schlossberg, D-Lehigh, and Senate Bill 605, sponsored by Sen. Maria Collett, D-Montgomery, represent a vital step forward in supporting the crucial work of human services providers, so we, in turn, can help the most vulnerable people in our community. Read more
“Whether for improvements for our first responders, infrastructure upgrades, recreational additions or environmental purposes, the grants announced this week will go a long way to helping the people who live in and visit our wonderful communities.” Read more
Education is the foundation of a free and strong society. Quality education means expanding our sense of humanity and compassion, confronting our misconceptions so that we may better understand one another and recognize that acceptance and embrace of another does not come at an expense, it enriches our country and makes us stronger. Read more
State Rep. Bob Freeman (D., Northampton), who chairs the House Local Government Committee, told Spotlight PA that the proposed funding increase “is a very promising start … for the state to step up to the plate and provide more support for municipalities.” Read more
"The South Whitehall Police Department is an important partner for safe schools in Parkland. I’m very happy to see the growing School Resource Officer unit will be able to replace old vehicles to better serve our students at Parkland High School, Orefield Middle School and Springhouse Middle," Schlossberg said. Read more
State Reps. Maureen Madden (D-115) and Tarah Probst (D-189), who are both sponsors of the Patient Safety Act, spoke at the rally. Read more
State Rep. Bridget Kosierowski, a registered nurse who reflected on some of her interactions with resident physicians, applauded the addition of the new residency programs at the Wright Center, saying the specialties are all areas of need in the region. Read more
“The state funding awarded to these municipal projects are for equipment, renovations and safety measures needed by those communities,” said Pashinski. Read more
State Reps. Kyle T. Donahue and Bridget M. Kosierowski today announced a total of $1.64 million was awarded to 17 projects throughout Lackawanna County by the Commonwealth Financing Authority. Read more
“I am pleased yet again to see this large allocation of grants that will help communities in my legislative district and throughout Monroe County. I would like to thank the CFA board and my colleagues for supporting the grants and recognizing the improvements that will be made to local infrastructure, recreation and the arts, and even community outreach organizations,” said Probst. Read more
Lehigh County state Reps. Mike Schlossberg, Peter Schweyer, Jeanne McNeill and Josh Siegel said a $37,783 grant was approved today that will allow Lehigh Valley P4P Boxing to purchase a van to help transport its boxers to and from competitions in Lehigh County. Read more
"The Mickley-Prydun farm is part of our history dating back to the Revolutionary War, and this grant will help in the restoration project so that others will be able to learn about John Mickley Sr. and his son Jacob, who protected the Liberty Bell from the British,” said McNeill, D-Lehigh. Read more
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