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WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) have introduced the Capping Prescription Costs Act, aiming to reduce prescription drug expenses for millions of Americans. …
Senators Introduce Bill to Cap Prescription Drug Costs for Americans Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Rep. Ed Neilson, D-Phila., chair of the PA House Transportation Committee, announced a bipartisan agreement for new legislation aimed at ensuring electric vehicle (EV) owners contribute …
Pennsylvania House Passes Bill to Simplify Electric Vehicle Fees Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Representatives Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) and Zach Nunn (R-IA) have introduced a bipartisan bill to prevent another infant formula shortage. The Investing in New Families and Newborns Through …
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Prevent Future Infant Formula Shortages Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A significant stride in the preservation of free speech has been taken in Pennsylvania. On Wednesday, State Rep. Ryan Bizzarro (D-Erie) announced that, after years of controversy, …
Historic Victory for Free Speech: Pennsylvania Moves to Quash SLAPP Lawsuits Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Senator Jay Costa celebrated a significant legislative victory today as the House of Representatives narrowly passed the Longtime Owner Occupant Tax Exemption Program (LOOP) with a …
Pennsylvania Passes Bill to Protect Longtime Homeowners from Rising Property Taxes Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro signed SB 645 into law on Monday, making it easier for community gardeners to claim legal ownership of vacant lots they have maintained in …
New Law Helps Philadelphia Gardeners Claim Ownership of Vacant Lots Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has passed legislation designed to support maternal and child health across the state. Authored by State Rep. Darisha Parker, the Maternal Home …
Pennsylvania House Passes Maternal Home Visiting Act to Support Young Families Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Wednesday, Governor Josh Shapiro signed Senate Bill 739 (previously introduced as SB 739) into law, significantly expanding access to telemedicine for residents across Pennsylvania. The legislation …
Pennsylvania Expands Telemedicine Access with New Law Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Wednesday, State Senator Jay Costa celebrated the Senate’s 46-4 passage of the Longtime Owner Occupant Tax Exemption Program (LOOP), a measure designed to protect Pittsburgh homeowners …
Pennsylvania Senate Passes Bill to Shield Pittsburgh Homeowners from Skyrocketing Property Taxes Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In response to a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling, several Pennsylvania state senators announced plans to introduce legislation aimed at preventing the criminalization of homelessness. The proposed …
Pennsylvania Senators Propose Legislation to Protect Homeless from Criminalization Read More