HARRISBURG, Oct. 20 – A bill sponsored by state Rep. Roni Green, D-Phila., that would require transparency of residential parking fees for tenants has been approved by the Pennsylvania state Senate and is headed to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s desk for his signature. House Bill 344 would require landlords to define parking availability and the associated fees to prospective tenants before they sign a lease. Green said transparency is needed so people aren’t stuck with unexpected parking fees after moving into a new home. Read more

HARRISBURG, Oct 20 - Today, H.B. 2584, a bill to create a user-friendly public utility rate case record, passed the PA House with unanimous support. State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler, D-Phila., introduced the bill as a companion to a Senate bill (S.B. 1254), sponsored by state Sen. Michele Brooks, R-Crawford/Mercer/Lawrence. The bill would direct the Public Utility Commission to create a centralized, searchable database containing information on all utility rates under the commission’s jurisdiction. Currently, information relating to utility rate increases is accessible only on a case-by-case basis on various pages of the PUC’s website. “As utility bills continue to rise month after month, electric customers deserve to know how those decisions were made — without having to spend countless hours researching and tracking down information,” Fiedler said. “This is a practical change that gives Pennsylvanians more access to information that should already be accessible to them.” Last month, the House Consumer Protection, Technology & Utilities Committee unanimously approved the bill with an amendment clarifying the exemption for telecommunications carriers. The bill has no known opposition and is supported by the Pennsylvania Office of Consumer Advocate. “I appreciate Representative Fiedler introducing H.B. 2584, companion legislation to my S.B. 1254, and am thankful the House Read more

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HARRISBURG, Oct. 20 – On Monday, the PA House passed H.B. 2790, a bill to prohibit excessively loud ads on streaming services, with overwhelming bipartisan support, 189–14. “This bill is simple: what you set is what you should get,” said co-sponsor state Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler , D-Phila. “As a lawmaker and as a parent, it’s frustrating for the video you’re watching to be interrupted by an ad at a much louder volume than the original video. I’m glad that we’re one step closer to giving Pennsylvanians the control they deserve with this House vote.” “Whether you live in Philadelphia or Allegheny County, nobody wants commercials blasting through their television, computer, or phone louder than the show they’re watching,” co-sponsor state Rep. Jeremy Shaffer , R-Allegheny, said. “This is commonsense consumer protection that brings streaming services in line with the standards we’ve had for traditional television for years. I’m pleased to have worked with Representative Elizabeth Fiedler in a bipartisan manner to address an annoyance that affects families across Pennsylvania.” While the FCC currently regulates television advertising volume through the Commercial Advertisement Loudness Mitigation Act, the law doesn’t apply to internet-based streaming services. The CALM Act went into effect Dec. 13, 2012. Similar Read more

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NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Labor and Industry: Future Works Who May Apply: Local Workforce Development Boards Use: To strengthen Pennsylvania’s workforce and economic competitiveness by supporting workforce development strategies that help new or expanding businesses build a skilled workforce, address talent needs, and establish a foundation for long-term success Funds: $2,000,000 is available in funds and the Department of Labor and Industry expects to award four grants of up to $500,000. Application Deadline: December 9, 2026 More information: L&I Website Labor and Industry: Veteran Employment Program Who May Apply: Local workforce development boards, non-profit and non-governmental entities, community-based organizations, education and post-secondary organizations, labor organizations, business associations, and economic development entities who can serve veterans and spouses. Use: To enhance Pennsylvania’s capacity to support veterans as they transition into meaningful civilian careers Funds: $200,000 is available and the Department of Labor and Industry expects to award one grant Application Deadline: November 10, 2026 More information: L&I Website Labor and Industry: Veteran Employment Program – Delaware County Who May Apply: Local workforce development boards, non-profit and non-governmental entities, community-based Read more

– The Philadelphia House Delegation issued a statement on Saturday morning’s shooting of two Philadelphia Police Department officers responding to an emergency call. Read more

HARRISBURG, Oct. 8 – State Rep. Roni Green, D-Phila. announced today that three grants totaling $1,075,000 have been awarded to community projects in North and West Philadelphia. The funding was awarded through Community Conservation Partnerships Program grants, which are managed by the Pa. Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ Bureau of Recreation and Conservation. Read more

HARRISBURG, Oct. 7 – State Rep. Regina Young, D-Phila./Delaware, announced that $145,000 has been awarded to Colwyn Borough for the rehabilitation and development of Water Street Park. The funding was awarded through the Community Conservation Partnerships Program Grants, which are managed by the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ Bureau of Recreation and Conservation.The work is expected to include renovation of basketball courts; construction of pedestrian walkways and a parking area; installation of stormwater management measures and fencing; ADA access, landscaping, a project sign, and other related site improvements. Read more

Highmark Mann Center has been awarded a $250,000 state grant for operational support for its educational and cultural programming. Read more