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WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Department of Voter Services recently conducted “Beyond the Ballot,” a free seminar designed to guide residents interested in running for local elected office. …
Thinking About Running for Office? Chester County Seminar Equips Residents to Lead and Make a Difference! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro signed two critical pieces of legislation Thursday, introducing updates to improve Pennsylvania’s agricultural workforce and facilitate international sports medicine ahead of global events set …
Governor Shapiro Takes Bold Action to Shield Pennsylvania Farms from Deadly Bird Flu and Welcome World-Class Sports Events Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro laid out an ambitious 2025-26 budget proposal on Tuesday, describing it as a critical moment to build on Pennsylvania’s recent progress. With bold investments …
ICYMI: Shapiro’s Budget Plan Promises Relief, Fairness, and a Brighter Future for All Pennsylvanians Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Commissioners have appointed Matthew (Matt) Edmond, AICP, as the new Executive Director of the Chester County Planning Commission. Edmond, a seasoned planning professional …
Chester County’s Bold Move: Matt Edmond to Lead Planning Commission’s Future! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives took a significant step toward enhancing road safety by passing House Bill 257, a bipartisan initiative designed to educate new drivers on …
Pennsylvania Targets Work Zone Dangers with Bipartisan Driver Safety Bill Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed a bipartisan bill on Tuesday aimed at protecting healthcare workers from the harmful effects of surgical smoke in operating rooms. The …
Pennsylvania Pushes for Safer Surgeries with Bipartisan Bill to Combat Toxic Smoke Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan trio of U.S. senators, led by John Fetterman (D-PA), introduced a new bill aimed at tightening controls on the sale of oil from the U.S. Strategic …
Fetterman Fights to Shield America’s Oil Reserves from Foreign Threats in Bold Bipartisan Move Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed state budget for 2025-26 has won the enthusiastic support of State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, who calls the plan a vital investment in Pennsylvania’s …
How Melissa Shusterman’s Support for Shapiro’s Bold Budget Could Transform Your Community’s Future Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) and Jim Baird (R-IN) have joined forces once again to reintroduce the Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act, a bipartisan effort aimed at …
Bipartisan Push to Strengthen STEM Education with Reintroduced Bill Read More
PAOLI, PA — Facing an urgent early childhood education staffing crisis, State Representative Melissa Shusterman states she will present a legislative proposal designed to recruit and retain educators critical to …
Shusterman Introduces Legislation to Combat Pennsylvania’s Childcare Staffing Crisis Read More