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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) made a significant decision, shedding light on the complex dynamics of national security funding. This week, she cast her vote against H.R. 7217, …
Houlahan Rejects Narrow Focus of Israel-Only National Security Bill, Advocates for Broader Global Perspective Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Governor Josh Shapiro’s 2024-25 budget proposal, which includes a $1.3 billion investment in education and tax relief for homeowners, has come under fire from House Republican leaders. Labeling …
House GOP Leaders Criticize Shapiro’s Budget Proposal: A ‘Fiscal Phishing Scam’? Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In his address today to the General Assembly, Governor Shapiro laid out an ambitious budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year, driving his plan to create opportunities and …
Gov. Josh Shapiro Unveils ‘Get Stuff Done’ Budget Proposal for 2024-25 Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A group of bipartisan lawmakers is urging the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to update its obsolete parental leave policies that haven’t been revised since 2015. Led …
Lawmakers Demand Overhaul of Outdated Federal Parental Leave Information Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Housing Authority of Chester County (HACC) this week announced the appointment of Paul Diggs as its new Executive Director. Diggs, an experienced housing professional with …
Chester County Housing Authority Welcomes New Executive Director, Paul Diggs Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — One year after the East Palestine, Ohio, train derailment that impacted Pennsylvanian families, State Rep. Rob Matzie, D-Beaver, is calling on the state Senate to pass the …
Pennsylvania State Representative Pushes for Passage of Safer Rails, Safer Communities Legislation Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a move set to significantly enhance the cybersecurity landscape in Pennsylvania, State Sen. Nick Miller (D-Lehigh/Northampton) has announced plans to introduce legislation aimed at safeguarding the …
Sen. Nick Miller Proposes Legislation to Fortify Pennsylvania’s Cybersecurity Infrastructure Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan cohort of lawmakers, spearheaded by U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), has put forth a bold proposal to bolster the economic security of American children. The …
New Bill Proposes Lifelong Wealth Building for American Children Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a move aimed at reshaping the nation’s cannabis policy, Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman and Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren have spearheaded an effort to remove marijuana from …
Senators Fetterman and Warren Lead Charge for Complete Descheduling of Marijuana Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a bipartisan move aimed at bolstering the pool of bone marrow donors, U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), unveiled legislation on Tuesday …
Senators Casey and Cassidy Propose Lifesaving Leave Act, Aiming to Boost Bone Marrow Donations Read More