Rep. Haddock hosts hearing on career and tech education growth

(Aug 30, 2023)

State Rep. Jim Haddock, D-Pittston Township, hosted a hearing of the House Majority Policy Committee to explore the growing demand for career and technical education, which has a built-in pipeline to foster students from the classroom to the workforce. Read more

 

House Majority Policy Committee explores Scranton to New York City rail opportunities

(Aug 30, 2023)

Reps. Bridget Kosierowski and Kyle Donahue hosted the hearing to give the committee more details about the proposed train from Scranton to Manhattan. Read more

 

Democratic state House hearing in Lackawanna County focused on rail service

(Aug 30, 2023)

The Policy Committee heard about restoring passenger rail service routes in Pennsylvania, specifically between Scranton and New York City. State Reps. Bridget Kosierowski and Kyle Donahue hosted the event. Read more

 

Scranton to NYC train a 'once-in-a-generation' opportunity, leaders tell state House members

(Aug 30, 2023)

Reps. Bridget Kosierowski, D-114, Waverly Twp., and Kyle Donahue, D-113, Scranton, co-hosted the hearing. “This is our moment to get this done,” Donahue said. Read more

 

Policy Committee shines spotlight on career and technical education

(Aug 29, 2023)

“Technical education continues to experience growth throughout Pennsylvania, but the increase in students has still not met the demands for skilled workers in our economy,” said Rep. Jim Haddock, who hosted the hearing and is a graduate of Wilkes-Barre Vo Tech. “We heard testimony about the millions of well-paying unfilled technical jobs in our workforce, and we also heard how introducing younger students – in middle school – to career and technical education could help fill gaps in our workforce. It not only builds interest in these fields at a younger age, but it helps end the stigma of not attending a traditional four-year college.” Read more

 

As demand for trades grows, House committee hears from speakers about breaking 'stigma'

(Aug 29, 2023)

“Technical education continues to experience growth throughout Pennsylvania, but the increase in students has still not met the demands for skilled workers in our economy,” said Rep. Jim Haddock, D-118, Pittston Twp., who hosted the hearing and is a graduate of Wilkes-Barre Vo Tech. Read more

 

Policy Committee highlights supply chain solutions

(Aug 28, 2023)

“In the wake of the pandemic, supply chain disruptions dominated the news,” roundtable host state Rep. Kyle Mullins said. “Today, we had a firsthand look at the local operation of a national leader that delivers to nearly every ZIP code in the United States. We also continued the conversation about how the supply chain has improved since the first days of 2020 and the positive effects distribution centers can have on a state or regional economy.” Read more

 

McLane officials call for more affordable housing

(Aug 28, 2023)

McLane employs more than 25,000 people nationwide, serving convenience stores, mass merchants and restaurant chains and House Majority Policy Committee Chairman Ryan Bizzarro touted the importance of the local distribution center. Read more

 

House Majority Policy Committee holds hearing on business diversity

(Aug 11, 2023)

“The region, state and nation is better served – and only capable of reaching its economic potential – when all parties have a seat at the table," Policy Chairman Representative Ryan Bizzarro said. Read more

 

Policy hearing highlights how diversity strengthens supply chain

(Aug 09, 2023)

“As we heard today and throughout recent policy hearings, equity and diversity issues are also economic issues,” House Majority Policy Chairman Ryan Bizzarro said. “The region, state and nation is better served – and only capable of reaching its economic potential – when all parties have a seat at the table, when underserved communities have the ability for economic success and growth, and all parties are actively involved in contributing to the state’s economic success.” Read more

 

Gergely leads Policy Committee hearing on public safety at Kennywood

(Aug 08, 2023)

WEST MIFFLIN, Aug. 8 – State Rep. Matthew R. Gergely, D-Allegheny, presided over a meeting of the PA House Democratic Policy Committee yesterday at Kennywood that focused on maintaining and promoting public safety. Testimony was provided by West Mifflin Borough Police Department Chief Gregory McCulloch and Flock Safety Director of Sales Rick Lombardo. “We heard from law enforcement and a community organizer on the best way to build neighborhood safety and reduce crime rates,” Gergely said. “These partnerships can be advanced through technology, including plate-reading devices in neighborhoods, but the foundation for all of this remains building relationships between police officers and residents. The community involvement aspect of this issue cannot be overstated.” Nearly one year ago, three individuals were wounded during a shooting that took place inside Kennywood. The park was set to close for an indefinite period of time, until updated and additional safety protocols could be put in place. Thanks to the efforts of Gergely, members of the Allegheny County House Democratic Delegation and others, the needed measures were implemented, and Kennywood opened for its 125th season this year. Read more

 

House Majority Policy Committee talks organ donation, education during roundtable discussion

(Aug 08, 2023)

The House Majority Policy Committee hosted a roundtable discussion Tuesday morning to discuss the importance of organ donation and education, along with finding ways to increase opportunities to register as a donor. Read more

 

Policy Committee explores ways to improve public safety

(Aug 07, 2023)

“Relationships between law enforcement and community residents create long-lasting bonds where each side is after the same result – building a safe community where everyone can live and work together,” House Majority Policy Chairman Ryan Bizzarro said. Read more

 

West Mifflin police chief describes for lawmakers the need for juvenile detention facility

(Aug 07, 2023)

"It's important to recognize why Shuman was closed. It's because it was not providing the services that it needed to juveniles, and the state stepped in and shut it down. That being said, there needs to be someplace where kids who are committing crimes have a place to go to get rehabilitation or get the services they may not have access to," Pisciottano said. Read more

 

Pa. House Democrats rally at Carrick High School in push for public education funding

(Aug 04, 2023)

“State government has failed you,” state Rep. Jessica Benham, D-South Side, said. “We still live in a commonwealth where your ZIP code determines your educational opportunities. … These kids learn as early as kindergarten and first grade that our community has few safeguards for them.” Read more

 

PA House Democrats wrap up ‘Save Our Schools’ tour with stop in Allegheny Co.

(Aug 03, 2023)

The House Majority leadership team and Policy Committee wrapped up the statewide “Save Our Schools” tour Thursday morning with a stop at Carrick High School in Pittsburgh to tour the building, discuss the need for fair funding for public education and rally with education advocates. Read more

 

Lawmakers hold roundtable to discuss improving education in rural areas

(Aug 03, 2023)

“This is almost historic. The first woman speaker, individuals from Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Erie, Allentown, Scranton, and all across the state are here because we know how important it is that every child, no matter their zip code or where they grow up, have that equal chance,” said State Rep. Scott Conklin. Read more

 

House Dems hear from rural school admins about challenges to public education

(Aug 03, 2023)

“Challenges with housing insecurity. Students struggling with homelessness and mental health challenges since the pandemic. Learning loss and the ability for our districts, especially right here, to even be able to get our younger students interested in a pathway toward becoming educators to solve our shortage. We have work to do and we recognize that by fairly funding our public schools,” McClinton said, “we will have better jobs and have better communities.” Read more

 

House Majority Leadership sound SOS on education in Centre County

(Aug 02, 2023)

“As we’ve visited communities around Pennsylvania, one thing is clear: every community – rural, urban or suburban – they all want the best opportunities for their students,” Speaker Joanna McClinton, D-Phila/Delaware, said. “And as a state we owe them that much. It is enshrined in our Constitution. We need to start living up to the promise we make our students and the promise we’ve made in our state’s future.” Read more

 

Pa. House Reps sound the alarm for school resources

(Aug 02, 2023)

“From front-line teachers to administrators and school board members, they simply need a hand up so that they can deliver the high-quality education that their students need and deserve,” Rep. Paul Takac (D-Centre) said. Read more

 

Rep. Haddock hosts hearing on career and tech education growth
Aug 30, 2023

House Majority Policy Committee explores Scranton to New York City rail opportunities
Aug 30, 2023

Democratic state House hearing in Lackawanna County focused on rail service
Aug 30, 2023

Scranton to NYC train a 'once-in-a-generation' opportunity, leaders tell state House members
Aug 30, 2023

Policy Committee shines spotlight on career and technical education
Aug 29, 2023

As demand for trades grows, House committee hears from speakers about breaking 'stigma'
Aug 29, 2023

Policy Committee highlights supply chain solutions
Aug 28, 2023

McLane officials call for more affordable housing
Aug 28, 2023

House Majority Policy Committee holds hearing on business diversity
Aug 11, 2023

Policy hearing highlights how diversity strengthens supply chain
Aug 09, 2023

Gergely leads Policy Committee hearing on public safety at Kennywood
Aug 08, 2023

House Majority Policy Committee talks organ donation, education during roundtable discussion
Aug 08, 2023

Policy Committee explores ways to improve public safety
Aug 07, 2023

West Mifflin police chief describes for lawmakers the need for juvenile detention facility
Aug 07, 2023

Pa. House Democrats rally at Carrick High School in push for public education funding
Aug 04, 2023

PA House Democrats wrap up ‘Save Our Schools’ tour with stop in Allegheny Co.
Aug 03, 2023

Lawmakers hold roundtable to discuss improving education in rural areas
Aug 03, 2023

House Dems hear from rural school admins about challenges to public education
Aug 03, 2023

House Majority Leadership sound SOS on education in Centre County
Aug 02, 2023

Pa. House Reps sound the alarm for school resources
Aug 02, 2023