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Building starter homes near transit provides greater opportunities

(Jul 22, 2026) Policy Committee

“If workers can’t afford to live near their jobs, everyone pays a price – workers lack mobility in switching jobs, employers struggle to find workers and residents lack the services they need,” said state Rep. Jen Mazzocco, who represents portions of Allegheny County and co-hosted a House Majority Policy Committee roundtable and tour on the topic. “Building location-efficient housing not only unites our neighborhoods but also makes our communities stronger and more economically resilient.” Read more

 

Film tax credits spur economic development, job growth

(Jul 20, 2026) Policy Committee

“Pittsburgh and western Pennsylvania offer unique landscapes, neighborhoods and settings that can’t be recreated elsewhere,” said Rep. Emily Kinkead, who represents portions of Allegheny County. “When production companies choose Pennsylvania, they're not just telling stories on screen — they're creating jobs, buying services, supporting local businesses and investing in our communities." Read more

 

House Majority Policy Committee helps shape 2026/27 state budget

(Jul 14, 2026) Policy Committee

“This budget demonstrates what’s possible when we listen first, bring people together, and turn good ideas into meaningful action,” Policy Chairman Ryan Bizzarro said. “The conversations we held across Pennsylvania directly informed many of these investments, and we’ll continue traveling the commonwealth to ensure future policies reflect the needs of the people we serve.” Read more

 

Senate, House Democratic Policy Committee Hearing on Addressing Hit & Runs and the Jay Alerts Pilot Program

(May 11, 2026) Policy Committee

The House and Senate Democratic Policy Committees hosted a policy hearing on Addressing Hit & Runs and the Jay Alerts Pilot Program, hosted by Senator Anthony Williams, and Representative Morgan Cephas. Read more

 

Testifiers detail Pennsylvania’s nationwide leadership in fighting public benefits fraud

(May 07, 2026) Policy Committee

The House Majority Policy Committee convened a hearing in Philadelphia Thursday afternoon, co-hosted by Reps. Pat Gallagher (D-Phila.) and Sean Dougherty (D-Phila.), to demonstrate how Pennsylvania has become a national leader in safeguarding taxpayer programs. Read more

 

Disability and Mental Health Summit: Legislative Panel

(May 07, 2026) Policy Committee

Submitted testimony from the legislative panel at the Disability & Mental Health Summit on May 7, 2026 in Pittsburgh. Read more

 

House Majority Policy Committee continues work to address PA housing crisis

(Apr 30, 2026) Policy Committee

Between rising housing costs, a lack of housing inventory and an aging housing stock, the housing crisis is one of the most pressing challenges facing Pennsylvanians today. Read more

 

Consumers saved from another rate hike during affordability crisis

(Apr 22, 2026) Policy Committee

“Our responsibility is to ensure that utility rates are fair, justified and sustainable —because at the end of the day, these decisions impact every household and every employer in our communities,” said Rep. Morgan Cephas, who represents portions of Philadelphia and co-hosted the hearing. “We need transparency, accountability and a clear understanding of what’s driving these increases—and what can be done to protect workers, working families and seniors.” Read more

 

Utility Price Increases

(Apr 22, 2026) Policy Committee

Submitted testimony for Policy Committee hearing on Utility Price Increases held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 in Philadelphia. Read more

 

Brewers, farmers would be helped by tax credit examined by Policy Committee

(Apr 21, 2026) Policy Committee

“The Brews to Barns Act turns waste into opportunity,” Bizzarro said. “By connecting brewers with local farms, we reduce waste, strengthen our agricultural economy, and help local businesses lift each other up. This bill is an opportunity to help Pennsylvania brewers and farmers during a difficult economic time.” Read more

 

Cannabis clean slate would provide transformative legislation

(Apr 20, 2026) Policy Committee

“When people can work, find housing, and strive to help their families realize a better life, our communities are safer and stronger,” said Rep. Andre D. Carroll, who represents portions of Philadelphia. Read more

 

Cannabis Clean Slate

(Apr 20, 2026) Policy Committee

Submitted testimony for Policy Committee hearing on Cannabis Clean Slate held Monday, April 20, 2026 in Philadelphia. Read more

 

Lawmakers demand more action after shocking testimony

(Apr 14, 2026) Policy Committee

“This is not a hearing about a single point of failure,” said state Rep. Morgan Cephas, who co-chairs the Black Maternal Health Caucus and represents portions of Philadelphia. “This hearing amplifies the layered challenges across the entire continuum of maternal care—from implicit bias in clinical settings to limited access to prenatal and postpartum services to maternity care deserts in too many communities. The challenges are systemic. No family in Pennsylvania should be forced to worry about losing their life due to pregnancy complications or living with lasting effects because of a failed system.” Read more

 

Private equity fans flame of apparatus crisis facing firefighters

(Mar 31, 2026) Policy Committee

“Private equity consolidation in the fire truck industry is driving up costs beyond what local fire companies can afford, forcing departments to stretch thin budgets just to maintain essential equipment,” said O’Mara. “This isn’t just economic—it’s a safety issue. When outdated equipment fails, lives are at risk. Fire companies shouldn’t face soaring costs and limited options to protect their communities.” Read more

 

Addressing ongoing housing crisis will improve economic development, testifiers say

(Mar 30, 2026) Policy Committee

As the cost of housing continues to soar and demand outweighs supply, Pennsylvania lawmakers are taking a closer look at how to help more people afford to buy or rent a home. Read more

 

Penn State faculty members detail ongoing process to unionize

(Mar 25, 2026) Policy Committee

Faculty members at Penn State University and its branch campuses have been in the process of unionizing as the Penn State Faculty Alliance (PSFA), an affiliate of Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 668. After faculty members say they’ve received pushback from Penn State administration, the House Majority Policy Committee convened a hearing to put both sides in the same room and learn more about the situation. Read more

 

Good Samaritan protections in Pennsylvania need to be improved, testifiers say

(Mar 11, 2026) Policy Committee

after finding an incapacitated student and calling for help, the House Majority Policy Committee met in Harrisburg Wednesday to discuss legislation that will focus on bolstering legal protection for good Samaritans. Read more

 

House Majority Policy Committee examine ideas to help more seniors afford prescription medications

(Mar 10, 2026) Policy Committee

As costs continue to rise on everything, including prescription drug prices, many seniors are being forced to make impossible decisions. The House Majority Policy Committee convened a hearing Tuesday, hosted by Rep. Regina Young (D-Phila./Delaware), to discuss what can be done to help more seniors afford their medications. Read more

 

Democrats draw line on dynamic pricing for essential goods

(Mar 04, 2026) Policy Committee

“When working families are counting every dollar, unpredictable prices are not innovation – they’re instability,” said Rep. Mary Isaacson, who co-hosted the hearing and represents portions of Philadelphia. “AI-enabled pricing puts consumers and working families at an extreme disadvantage, all in the name of corporate greed.” Read more

 

Dynamic Pricing

(Mar 04, 2026) Policy Committee

Submitted testimony for joint House Majority Policy Committee and Senate Democratic Policy Committee on dynamic pricing held on March 4, 2026 in Harrisburg. Read more

 

Building starter homes near transit provides greater opportunities
Jul 22, 2026

Film tax credits spur economic development, job growth
Jul 20, 2026

House Majority Policy Committee helps shape 2026/27 state budget
Jul 14, 2026

Senate, House Democratic Policy Committee Hearing on Addressing Hit & Runs and the Jay Alerts Pilot Program
May 11, 2026

Testifiers detail Pennsylvania’s nationwide leadership in fighting public benefits fraud
May 07, 2026

Disability and Mental Health Summit: Legislative Panel
May 07, 2026

House Majority Policy Committee continues work to address PA housing crisis
Apr 30, 2026

Consumers saved from another rate hike during affordability crisis
Apr 22, 2026

Utility Price Increases
Apr 22, 2026

Brewers, farmers would be helped by tax credit examined by Policy Committee
Apr 21, 2026

Cannabis clean slate would provide transformative legislation
Apr 20, 2026

Cannabis Clean Slate
Apr 20, 2026

Lawmakers demand more action after shocking testimony
Apr 14, 2026

Private equity fans flame of apparatus crisis facing firefighters
Mar 31, 2026

Addressing ongoing housing crisis will improve economic development, testifiers say
Mar 30, 2026

Penn State faculty members detail ongoing process to unionize
Mar 25, 2026

Good Samaritan protections in Pennsylvania need to be improved, testifiers say
Mar 11, 2026

House Majority Policy Committee examine ideas to help more seniors afford prescription medications
Mar 10, 2026

Democrats draw line on dynamic pricing for essential goods
Mar 04, 2026

Dynamic Pricing
Mar 04, 2026