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Green bill to make parking fees transparent headed to governor’s desk

(4 hours ago) Philadelphia House Delegation

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

 

Fiedler celebrates House passage of utility rate transparency bill

(5 hours ago) Philadelphia House Delegation

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

 

Khan’s bipartisan legislation to protect nurses and healthcare workers passes General Assembly

(5 hours ago) Philadelphia House Delegation

The bill now heads to Gov. Josh Shapiro's desk to be signed into law Read more

 

Bipartisan bill to prohibit excessively loud ads on streaming services passes PA House

(8 hours ago) Philadelphia House Delegation

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

 

Community Violence Prevention, Transportation, Economic Development, and Additional Grant Opportunities

(9 hours ago) Philadelphia House Delegation

Community Violence Prevention, Transportation, Economic Development, and Additional Grant Opportunities for your District Read more

 

Grant Memo: Workforce Development, Economic Development, and Additional Grant Opportunities for your District

(Oct 13, 2026) Philadelphia House Delegation

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

 

Philadelphia House Delegation issues statement on shooting of police officers

(Oct 10, 2026) Philadelphia House Delegation

– 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

 

Green announces over $1M in funding for local park projects

(Oct 08, 2026) Philadelphia House Delegation

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

 

Young announces grant funding for renovation of local park

(Oct 07, 2026) Philadelphia House Delegation

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 awarded $250K state grant

(Oct 01, 2026) Philadelphia House Delegation

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

 

Philadelphia House Delegation condemns reported hate speech by GOP Rep.

(Oct 01, 2026) Philadelphia House Delegation

HARRISBURG, Oct. 1 – The Philadelphia House Delegation issued a statement in support of Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta, D-Phila., and calling for the immediate resignation of Rep. Aaron Bernstine, R-Butler/Lawrence, following his reported hateful outburst directed at Kenyatta, according to recent reporting by PennLive:“The Philadelphia House Delegation stands in support of our colleague from North Philadelphia Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta and echoes the call of the PA Legislative Black Caucus and PA LGBTQ+ Equality Caucus for the immediate resignation of Rep. Aaron Bernstine following his alleged disgusting, hate-filled tirade.“There is no stronger advocate than Rep. Kenyatta for the promise of Pennsylvania and equality of all people. There is no place in the institution of the House of Representatives nor in this commonwealth for hate speech and the reported abhorrent rhetoric espoused by Rep. Bernstine. As elected officials, we must hold ourselves to a higher standard of conduct, a level which Rep. Bernstine has repeatedly failed.“While we know that Rep. Kenyatta will continue to shine above the lowbrow spectacle of Rep. Bernstine and his ilk, we believe it’s time for the House Republican leaders and members to be accountable for their colleague, follow the lead of the majority of Pennsylvanians who reject those hateful views by publicly condemning Bernstine’s bluster, and demand that he do the right thing for Pennsylvania and the good people of Butler and Lawrence counties by resigning... Read more

 

House passes Inglis, Fiedler bill to streamline new energy connections to grid

(Sep 30, 2026) Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler, Rep. John Inglis

Legislation preventing delays for small-scale energy systems advances to Senate Read more

 

Fiedler, Cephas introduce bill for progressive taxation in PA; would repeal centuries-old “Uniformity Clause” from Constitution

(Sep 29, 2026) Philadelphia House Delegation

HARRISBURG, Sept. 29 – On Monday, state Reps. Elizabeth Fiedler and Morgan Cephas, both D-Phila., introduced a joint resolution (H.B. 2807), the Progressive Taxation for PA Bill, which proposes repeal of the Uniformity Clause in the Pennsylvania Constitution. According to the sponsors, Pennsylvania has the fourth-most regressive state and local tax system in the country, exacerbating income inequality and putting an undue burden on the working class. A significant reason for this, they said, is the Uniformity Clause in the state constitution, which requires all taxes to be applied uniformly to the same class of subjects. “Pennsylvania desperately needs revenue to fund our schools, roads, public transit, and more, but the Uniformity Clause is one of the biggest roadblocks to getting the mega-rich and mega-corporations to pay what they owe,” said Fiedler . “It just doesn’t make sense that a worker making $7.25/hour pays the same income tax as someone making seven figures, or that a family home in South Philly pays the same property tax as an Amazon warehouse worth $70 million. That’s not fairness – it's elites skating by in a broken system.” “Philadelphia has one of the highest state and local taxes for working families, and any attempts to change that have been stopped in their tracks by the Uniformity Clause,” said Cephas . “This clause implements a regressive Read more

 

House passes Krajewski bill to protect benefits for foster youth in Pa.

(Sep 28, 2026) Rep. Rick Krajewski

HARRISBURG, Sept. 28 – The Pennsylvania House of Representatives today passed bipartisan legislation sponsored by state Reps. Rick Krajewski and Sheryl Delozier that would end the practice of intercepting public benefits intended for foster youth .? ? The bill (H.B. 151) would prevent Pennsylvania agencies from intercepting the Social Security benefits foster youth receive, such as survivor benefits, and instead require those?benefits to be conserved in a savings account for when a foster youth exits care. The federal Office of Administration for Children and Families in December demanded that states no longer intercept benefits, and 10 states have already worked to prohibit it. “What makes up a fraction of our state’s spending could make?a huge difference?in the lives of foster youth, who often face high rates of homelessness, addiction and depression,” said Krajewski, D-Phila., the lead sponsor of the bill.?“This is about fairness and the protection of our kids. Just as other foster children do not pay for their own costs of care or other county services, children who receive public benefits shouldn’t either. We must?do what’s right for the future of these children.”?? “These are funds?that?for many could?mean the difference between homelessness and stable housing, between?needing to work multiple jobs and having time?to attend?college, between?lacking healthcare and?receiving?necessary Read more

 

Research, funding key to improving cancer treatment, healthcare

(Sep 21, 2026) Philadelphia House Delegation

"Each one of us have been touched by cancer, be it personally or through family members or colleagues," Philadelphia Delegation Chairwoman Morgan Cephas said. “We all know the transformative care offered at Fox Chase, which is a bright light throughout the state. Unfortunately, we must also talk about what is happening to healthcare at the federal level, including the elimination of research funding, rising costs for patients and the looming rollback of Medicaid dollars." Read more

 

Philadelphia House Delegation celebrates over $43M awarded to city projects

(Sep 17, 2026) Philadelphia House Delegation

HARRISBURG, Sept. 17 – The Philadelphia House Delegation announced that more than 1,200 grants totaling over $43 million have been awarded to projects across the city this week through Pennsylvania’s Local Share Account program. Read more

 

Young announces over $1M in funding for area projects

(Sep 17, 2026) Philadelphia House Delegation

HARRISBURG, Sept. 16 – State Rep. Regina Young, D-Phila./Delaware, announced that four projects in her legislative district have been awarded state funding for a total of $1,071,224. The funds were awarded by the Commonwealth Financing Authority through the Local Share Account, which distributes money for eligible community and economic development projects from state gaming revenues. Read more

 

Green announces over $3M in awards for local projects

(Sep 17, 2026) Philadelphia House Delegation

HARRISBURG, Sept. 17 – State Rep. Roni Green, D-Phila., announced today that seven projects in her legislative district were awarded funds totaling more than $3 million through Pennsylvania's Local Share Account program. Read more

 

Bellmon welcomes more than $1.2 million in state funding to his district

(Sep 16, 2026) Philadelphia House Delegation

HARRISBURG, Sept. 16 – State Rep. Anthony Bellmon, D-Phila., today announced that $1,263,295 in state funding through the Local Share Account program has been awarded for two recreation projects in his district that he supported. The funding includes: $500,000 for building improvements to Jardel Recreation Center. $763,295 for renovations to the Lawncrest Clubhouse pool house. “Jardel Recreation Center and the Lawncrest Clubhouse are important gathering places in our neighborhoods, especially for young people who come together to play, stay active and build friendships,” Bellmon said. “I was proud to advocate for this funding and help bring more than $1.2 million back to our community to improve facilities that our families use and depend on.” Bellmon said the latest funding for Lawncrest represents another piece of a larger investment in the recreation complex and surrounding community. “Lawncrest Recreation Center is undergoing a major transformation, and this $763,295 is another important piece of that larger investment in the neighborhood,” Bellmon said. “From the new recreation center to the new pool and now improvements to the clubhouse, we are continuing to invest in a place that generations of Lawncrest families have called their own. I’m proud to continue working to bring state resources home to support that Read more

 

Dougherty applauds Jalen Hurts’ contribution to Northeast High School

(Sep 16, 2026) Philadelphia House Delegation

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 16 – State Rep. Sean Dougherty, D-Phila., offered praise to Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts for his recent $600,000 investment to provide a cooling system for Northeast High School. “This investment to provide air conditioners in Northeast High School will allow our students to learn in a more comfortable environment. This will lead to greater success in the classroom,” Dougherty said. “It goes without saying that the City of Philadelphia has a special connection with our sports teams, especially our Birds. We are the most passionate and loyal sports city in the nation. It is always wonderful to see our players showing their appreciation by giving back to the community. “Not many athletes embody this commitment of giving back better than Jalen Hurts. Since arriving here in Philadelphia, he has delivered both on and off the field. From Super Bowls to AC’s, we’re very grateful. “The work Mr. Hurts does through his foundation provides life-changing investments for the kids in our great city. “I express my profound gratitude to him for this crucial investment in Northeast High School and everything he has done across Philadelphia.” More about Hurts’ investment can be read at https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/eagles-qb-jalen-hurts-invests-in-cooling-system-for-northeast-high-school/4463305/ . Read more

 

Green bill to make parking fees transparent headed to governor’s desk
4 hours ago

Fiedler celebrates House passage of utility rate transparency bill
5 hours ago

Khan’s bipartisan legislation to protect nurses and healthcare workers passes General Assembly
5 hours ago

Bipartisan bill to prohibit excessively loud ads on streaming services passes PA House
8 hours ago

Community Violence Prevention, Transportation, Economic Development, and Additional Grant Opportunities
9 hours ago

Grant Memo: Workforce Development, Economic Development, and Additional Grant Opportunities for your District
Oct 13, 2026

Philadelphia House Delegation issues statement on shooting of police officers
Oct 10, 2026

Green announces over $1M in funding for local park projects
Oct 08, 2026

Young announces grant funding for renovation of local park
Oct 07, 2026

Highmark Mann awarded $250K state grant
Oct 01, 2026

Philadelphia House Delegation condemns reported hate speech by GOP Rep.
Oct 01, 2026

House passes Inglis, Fiedler bill to streamline new energy connections to grid
Sep 30, 2026

Fiedler, Cephas introduce bill for progressive taxation in PA; would repeal centuries-old “Uniformity Clause” from Constitution
Sep 29, 2026

House passes Krajewski bill to protect benefits for foster youth in Pa.
Sep 28, 2026

Research, funding key to improving cancer treatment, healthcare
Sep 21, 2026

Philadelphia House Delegation celebrates over $43M awarded to city projects
Sep 17, 2026

Young announces over $1M in funding for area projects
Sep 17, 2026

Green announces over $3M in awards for local projects
Sep 17, 2026

Bellmon welcomes more than $1.2 million in state funding to his district
Sep 16, 2026

Dougherty applauds Jalen Hurts’ contribution to Northeast High School
Sep 16, 2026