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HARRISBURG, PA — A significant legislative move by the Pennsylvania House seeks to secure the future of horseracing within the state. State Representative Kristine Howard, D-Chester, announced that her proposed …
Pennsylvania House Approves Critical Extension for Horseracing Regulations Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Tuesday, the Pennsylvania House unanimously passed House Bill 2536, a measure designed to extend property tax relief across the state through Longtime Owner-Occupant Programs (LOOPs). This …
Pennsylvania House Approves Statewide Property Tax Relief for Longtime Homeowners Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Tuesday, the Pennsylvania House Children & Youth Committee convened an informational meeting to deliberate on House Bill 2617. Introduced by state Representatives Rick Krajewski and Sheryl …
PA Lawmakers Push for Groundbreaking Reforms to Protect Foster Youth Benefits Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro signed three pivotal bills into law on Wednesday, bringing significant changes to tenant rights, the compensation framework for township supervisors, and setting the state’s …
Governor Shapiro Enacts New Legislation Reforming Tenant Rights, Township Supervisor Compensation, and State Capital Budget Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — In an ambitious move to address the pressing social issues facing Chester County, Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe are inviting residents to contribute their …
Join the Movement: Shape Chester County’s Future with Your Ideas in Innovate Chester County! Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C — Last week U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Kevin Cramer (R-ND) introduced the Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act, a bipartisan bill designed to permanently expand burial benefits …
New Bill Shines Light on Legacy: Expanding VA Burial Benefits for Military Families Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In response to growing dissatisfaction with Pennsylvania’s current divorce laws, State Representatives Kristine Howard and Melissa Shusterman, both D-Chester, are advocating for significant reforms to streamline the …
Reforming Divorce: Pennsylvania Lawmakers Push for Modernized Legislation Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) has announced increasing support for his Stop Fentanyl at the Border Act. This legislation aims to mitigate the flow of the potent …
Securing Our Borders: Senator Casey’s Initiative to Combat Fentanyl Trafficking Gains Law Enforcement Support Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Monday, the Pennsylvania House Transportation Committee, led by state Rep. Ed Neilson, advanced legislation that could significantly alter the landscape of Pennsylvania’s roadways. The amended Senate …
Revolutionizing Road Safety: New Bicycle Lane Legislation Promises Safer Streets Across Pennsylvania! Read More
CHALFONT, PA — On Monday, Governor Josh Shapiro visited La Petite Academy of Chalfont to highlight newly implemented tax cuts aimed at reducing childcare expenses for Pennsylvania families and businesses. …
Governor Shapiro Celebrates Tax Cuts to Ease Childcare Costs at La Petite Academy Read More