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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives recently approved Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposal for a state-based subsidy program. This program aims to assist low and middle-income residents purchasing coverage …
Pennsylvania House Approves Subsidies for Affordable Health Coverage Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed $10 million Agriculture Innovation Program has advanced with strong bipartisan support from the House Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee. House Bill 2310, which …
Pennsylvania’s $10 Million Agriculture Innovation Program Nears Approval Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Senators Steve Santarsiero (D-10) and Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-28) announced new legislation on Friday aimed at upholding Pennsylvania’s support for Israel. The proposed bill seeks to prohibit holdings …
Pennsylvania Senators Introduce Bill to Protect Investments in Israel Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Senator Amanda M. Cappelletti (D-Montgomery/Delaware) has introduced Senate Bill 1224, legislation that would provide free voice communication services to incarcerated individuals in Pennsylvania’s state and county detention …
Pennsylvania Bill Proposes Free Communication Services for Inmates Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Treasurer Stacy Garrity praised the Senate Finance Committee this week for unanimously approving House Bill 1745. The legislation, designed to enhance Pennsylvania’s PA 529 College and Career …
New Legislation Boosts Pennsylvania Savings Programs with Employer Tax Credits and Flexibility Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Representative Paul Friel introduced a bill this week that seeks to regulate how Pennsylvania manages food processing residue (FPR). House Bill 2393 aims to address the …
Pennsylvania Bill Aims to Regulate Food Processing Residue to Protect Rural Communities Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — This week, Senator Vincent Hughes announced plans to introduce new legislation aimed at strengthening public sector unions in Pennsylvania. The proposed law, known as the Public Employer …
New Legislation Aims to Bolster Public Sector Unions in Pennsylvania Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Senator Amanda M. Cappelletti (D-Montgomery/Delaware) and Representative Mary Jo Daley (D-Montgomery) introduced legislation this week aimed at providing crucial support for Pennsylvanians with Celiac Disease and gluten …
New Legislation Seeks Comprehensive Gluten Labeling to Aid Pennsylvanians with Celiac Disease Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Monday, the Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee unanimously passed a bill aimed at providing financial assistance to Pennsylvania’s dairy farmers. The legislation, sponsored by Sens. …
Pennsylvania Senate Committee Advances Bill to Support Dairy Farmers Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) and U.S. Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-CA-29) introduced the Prohibiting Detention of Youth Status Offenders Act. The bill seeks to prevent …
New Bill Aims to Keep Youth Out of Detention for Minor Offenses Read More