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HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro authorized a series of legislative measures into law on Monday, signing seven bills that address a range of significant topics, from memorializing fallen heroes to …
Governor Shapiro Tackles Big Issues with Seven New Laws—From Honoring Heroes to Protecting Motorcyclists Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro has signed into law Act 146 of 2024, a bipartisan measure that amends the state’s Protection from Abuse Act to safeguard pets threatened in …
Landmark Legislation Expands Protections for Pets in Pennsylvania Domestic Violence Cases Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant legislative achievement, Pennsylvania lawmakers recently approved HB1210, a pioneering bill that enables the inclusion of companion animals in “Protection From Abuse” orders. This groundbreaking …
Paws of Justice: Pennsylvania’s New Bill Shields Pets from Abuse and Empowers Survivors Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe have officially appointed Susanne Fink as the Director of the Chester County Department of Veterans Affairs. Fink, …
Susanne Fink Appointed as Director of Chester County Department of Veterans Affairs Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is poised to transform its emergency response capabilities following the legislative approval of House Bill 1304, a measure aimed at integrating next-generation technology into the state’s 911 …
Pennsylvania Advances 911 Emergency Services with Passage of House Bill 1304 Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Monday, Governor Josh Shapiro signed Senate Bill 402 into law, officially designating Diwali as a state holiday in Pennsylvania. This significant legislative act acknowledges the cultural …
Pennsylvania Declares Diwali a State Holiday, Celebrating Cultural Unity! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania has taken a significant step towards modernizing family law proceedings with Governor Josh Shapiro’s signing of House Bill 917 into law. Championed by State Representative Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, …
Streamlining Justice: New Arbitration Law Transforms Family Dispute Resolution in Pennsylvania Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Tuesday, the state House of Representatives approved House Bill 2625, a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing transit funding across the commonwealth. Authored by Representative Ed Neilson, …
Pennsylvania House Passes Crucial Bill to Boost Transit Funding Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House has unanimously passed House Bill 2094, spearheaded by State Representative Kristine Howard, D-Chester. This landmark legislation aims to modernize the state’s filial responsibility laws, …
Pennsylvania Moves to Overhaul Outdated Filial Responsibility Laws: What Families Need to Know Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Representative Jennifer O’Mara has successfully advanced a bill aimed at extending Workers’ Compensation coverage to emergency responders suffering from post-traumatic stress injuries (PTSI). The bill, which …
Legislation to Secure Workers’ Compensation for Emergency Responders with PTSD Heads to Governor’s Desk Read More