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
Recently, five residents at River View Nursing and Rehab Center, Wilkes-Barre, participated in a graduation ceremony and were awarded certificates in recognition of their accomplishment by U.S. Congressman Matt Cartwright and state Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski. Read more
Rozzi vowed that supporters of the House measures “will be relentless” in their efforts to get the Senate to consider what the House passed. Read more
“This is great news for our county and all of Pennsylvania because we cannot deny that there is an alarming lack of health care workers in hospitals and health care facilities. We urgently need to find efficient ways to boost opportunities in this essential field,” Guzman said. Read more
Speaking on the House floor on Friday, Feb. 24, Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden lauded the efforts of Speaker Rozzi and Rep. Gregory to champion legislation that gives hope and opportunity for victims and survivors of child sexual abuse to achieve justice. Now it's up to the Senate, Madden said, to do what's right and also pass this legislation without needlessly bundling it with other unrelated controversial topics. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Jeanne McNeill offered the opening prayer for House Special Session asking for grace and humility as legislators continue their important work for the good of the entire Commonwealth. Read more
Speaker of the Pennsylvania House Mark Rozzi comments on the passage of legislation to deliver justice for survivors of childhood sexual assault and calls on the Senate to quickly send the constitutional amendment to the voters and the statutory fix to Gov. Josh Shapiro. Read more
Pa. Speaker of the House Mark Rozzi took to the House Floor to remind every member of the House that victims have waited long enough for the justice that they deserve. Rozzi also urged the #PaSenate to do their jobs and pass these bills. More at http://www.pahouse.com Read more
Friday’s passage was particularly meaningful for House Speaker Mark Rozzi (D., Berks), who is a victim of childhood sex abuse and has made the bills his top priority since his surprise election as speaker last month. Read more
It took a special session, but Mark Rozzi (D-Berks) got what he wanted. Read more
It was a major accomplishment for House Speaker Mark Rozzi, a Berks County Democrat elected to preside over the chamber early last month. Read more
A joint resolution containing a single proposed constitutional amendment to open a two-year window was introduced, and House Speaker Mark Rozzi, D-Berks, introduced the traditional statute to amend existing law and authorize the two-year temporary window. Read more
“While many politicians talk the talk about good governance, I intend to walk the walk. When the House returns to regular session next week, I plan to introduce the Rozzi Rules, rules that will fix many of the issues that have prevented a majority of the members from passing good legislation, will give a voice to the minority, and will address several other issues that were raised on our listening tour." Read more
“Improved nutrition has been proven to enhance learning, and this funding is another step forward for our public schools.” Read more
“While many politicians talk the talk about good governance, I intend to walk the walk,” said Rozzi. Read more
Taking part in the discussion hosted by Rep. Manny Guzman were Lt. Gov. Austin Davis, House Majority Leader Joanna McClinton and Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus Chairwoman Rep. Donna Bullock. Read more
When the state House reconvenes next week, Speaker Mark Rozzi plans to introduce new operating rules addressing constitutional amendments and the ability of majority leaders to hold legislation hostage. Read more
“I pledged to introduce a fair set of House Rules that would rein in hyper-partisanship and allow measures supported by a majority of the members of the House, whether that be Democrats, Republicans, or a coalition of both, to pass legislation regardless of where legislative leaders are on the subject,” Rozzi said in a statement. Read more
The Nursing Workforce Initiative, introduced by state legislation in September 2021, was created to support individuals within the nursing industry as they navigated the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, and continues to incentivize individuals to pursue careers in the nursing industry. Read more
“Access to regular and nutritious meals is key to nurturing students’ minds and keeping them on a path to success in school,” said Haddock, D-Luzerne/Lackawanna. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Jeanne McNeill sat down with Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission Executive Director Tim Schaeffer to talk about fishing and boating activities, how to buy a fishing license, the 2023 trout season, and the importance of wearing a life jacket while boating. Read more
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