The state law concerning fireworks was loosened in 2017 to allow the use of fireworks more often and in many locations across Pennsylvania, but that usage has become a real nuisance on an almost weekly basis, particularly during warm weather. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Peter Schweyer wants to work with the Pa. House Republican Caucus to support veterans. His father was a Vietnam veteran and taken from him much too soon as a result of his battles with addiction. He's working to invest in veteran support programs to help those struggling with PTSD and substance abuse disorder as a result of their service. Read more
How much more violence, heartbreak and death must we suffer before enough is enough, she asks? Pa. Democrats, Madden said, have a vision, a plan and the legislation to make a difference and strengthen the safety of our schools and our communities. Read more
Created by Easton resident Robert Sun, First in Math is an online resource that includes math-related games and activities that are intended to improve a student’s math skills and comprehension. In the House, the bill is co-sponsored by Rep. Robert Freeman, D-Northampton. Read more
PA House Representative Steve Samuelson presented Anne with an official citation for her contributions to the community. Read more
Schlossberg said it was “about giving law enforcement the tools they need” to make streets safe. Schweyer said, “Ultimately, the goal is to be able to seize these vehicles when they’re being used in a manner that is unsafe.” Read more
Armchair Lehigh Valley looked at votes and legislation sponsorships by Lehigh Valley lawmakers. Read more
"We can't get our arms around something that is literally killing America's children on a daily and weekly basis. It is shameful. It is the great shame of our generation," said Rep. Schweyer. Read more
“988 can be a gateway, it can be an entry point, into the mental health system — a system that a lot of people have struggled accessing it,” said Rep. Mike Schlossberg. “There really is an incredible moment here.” Read more
PAND said Pashinski was selected as Legislator of the Year for his support of critical bills in the state House and participation in NEPAND events. Read more
On this episode of Monroe Matters, Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden chats with PA Legislative Black Caucus Chair Rep. Donna Bullock about the legacy of K. Leroy Irvis, curtailing gun violence, and her work on the School Safety & Security Committee. Plus Northeast Delegation Director Geoff Morrow interviews Parkland, Florida, parent Tony Montalto, who's embarked on a mission to make schools safer after his daughter was murdered in a shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. Read more
"Now is the time for all of us, to raise your voices, to raise our voices," said PA State Rep. Steve Samuelson. Read more
The DDAP, along with State Representative Maureen Madden, highlights the importance of a recovery home being licensed. Read more
“Even as the economy recovers in record fashion and unemployment numbers continue to drop, we’re still facing worldwide inflation, and the higher cost of living is impeding the recovery of working-class families who are the lifeblood of our communities,” Rep. Madden said. Read more
The purpose of the licensure program is to help empower sustained recovery for individuals with substance use disorder by ensuring a network of safe drug and alcohol recovery houses across the commonwealth. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Jeanne McNeill and state Sen. Lisa Boscola hosted a senior fair at the Westgate Mall in Bethlehem. McNeill called the event a success and was glad to see so many residents getting important information about state related programs and services and the various vendors and providers who also attended. Read more
Read about the latest state grant opportunities open for applications. Read more
“Why are my colleagues on the other side of the aisle saying we can stop abortion with abortion bans, but we can’t stop gun massacres with gun safety measures? It makes zero sense,” Schlossberg said. Read more
“I know there are conversations around funding that and that’s wonderful and that needs to happen but again I don’t want the funding of the mental health system to take away from what I think is a very separate conversation about why we keep having these mass shootings,” said Representative Mike Schlossberg. Read more
“It was President Lincoln who said in the Gettysburg address that we should pay tribute and honor those who gave everything,” said Pennsylvania State Rep. Steve Samuelson of District 135. Read more
Please use the form below to sign up for email updates. By completing this form you are acknowledging your request to receive periodic email updates.
By completing this form, you are verifying your request to opt in for email updates.
Thank you. Your email signup has been sent. You should start getting emails within 24 hours.