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WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Tuesday, Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Mark Kelly (D-AZ) introduced the Secure Smartports Act, a bill aimed at protecting American port infrastructure from cybersecurity threats posed …
Senators Introduce Bill to Shield U.S. Ports from Chinese Cyber Threats Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania State Senators Art Haywood and Tracy Pennycuick this week unveiled Alyssa’s Law, a pivotal initiative aimed at bolstering school safety protocols and enhancing emergency response mechanisms …
Pennsylvania Senators Introduce Alyssa’s Law to Enhance School Safety Measures Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) introduced the Moving Transit Forward Act on Tuesday. This legislation proposes the creation of a new federal funding …
Senate Bill Seeks to Revitalize Public Transit Systems with New Federal Funding Program Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Monday, Governor Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania took a major step towards enhancing the state’s workforce, particularly in the public sector. The Governor signed Executive Order 2024-01, …
New Executive Order Boosts Public Service Careers in Pennsylvania: What You Need to Know and Why it Matters Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a unanimous decision that signals a potential shift in how Pennsylvanians receive their wages, the state Senate Labor and Industry Committee has thrown its support behind …
Pennsylvania Moves to Modernize Paychecks with Senate Bill 1026 Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Senate Labor and Industry Committee voted on Wednesday to advance Senate Bill 841. Sponsored by Senator Christine Tartaglione (D-2) and Frank Farry (R-6), the bill …
Pennsylvania Senate Moves Forward with Bill to Enhance Worker Rights on Prevailing Wage Projects Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators John Fetterman of Pennsylvania and Tina Smith of Minnesota today initiated a critical breakthrough in legislation concerning mental health. They introduced the United States Senate …
US Senate Proposes Landmark Legislation to Improve Mental Health Services Nationwide Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Senate has made significant strides in aviation safety. A statement by Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) revealed that his Saracini Enhanced Aviation Safety Act has advanced under …
Airline Passengers Triumph: Senator Casey’s Aviation Safety Act Advances Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a unified effort to protect children from the hazards of a seemingly innocuous product, U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), and Susan Collins (R-ME) …
Senators Introduce Esther’s Law to Ban Water Beads Marketed to Children Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Bob Casey, Elizabeth Warren, and Cory Booker presented the Mamas First Act on Thursday. This proposed legislation boldly targets the maternal mortality crisis that has …
U.S. Senators Introduce the Mamas First Act to Address Maternal Mortality Crisis through Expanded Medicaid Read More