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BERWYN, PA — The Tredyffrin Township Board of Supervisors, at their May 23, 2023 meeting, voted unanimously to approve Resolution 2023-16, condemning antisemitism and all forms of hate.
Tredyffrin Township Takes Strong Stand Against Hate, Condemns Antisemitism Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — On Thursday, Governor Josh Shapiro signed an Executive Order directing the Pennsylvania Department of Aging to develop its Master Plan for Older Adults – a 10-year roadmap to meet the needs of Pennsylvania’s …
Governor Shapiro Signs Executive Order for 10-Year Plan to Support Pennsylvania’s Aging Population Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — On Friday, Senator Vincent Hughes held a press conference at Drexel’s School of Education with teacher advocates and education experts to introduce new, bipartisan legislation that would …
New Bill Offers Up to $15k in Stipends to Address Teacher Shortage Crisis Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The House of Representatives in Pennsylvania yesterday approved H.B. 922, a bill proposed by State Rep. Melissa Shusterman to modernize the Second Stage Loan Program. The bill …
Shusterman Leads Charge for Job Creation with Modernized Second Stage Loan Program Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — With full bipartisan endorsement, H.B. 877, allowing recognition of veteran hunting and fishing licenses by other states, passed the PA House of Representatives on Wednesday. The bill promises …
PA House Passes Bill to Support Veteran Hunters and Anglers Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Commissioners approved $2.5 million this week for preserving open spaces and enhancing parks. Thanks to an additional $15 million in outside funding, the …
Chester County Commissioners Approve $2.5M to Preserve Open Spaces and Boost Parks Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania State Rep. Dave Madsen from Dauphin County, and fellow House Democrats, have proposed a three-year pilot program to incentivize a four-day, 32-hour workweek for companies that determine …
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Propose 4-Day Workweek Pilot Program Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program may soon expand for the first time in over 16 years, potentially making nearly 175,000 more individuals eligible for relief. The state’s Finance …
Nearly 175K More Eligible? PA’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program Could Expand for First Time in 16 Years! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s House of Representatives yesterday passed a critical piece of legislation, H.B. 1018, introduced by State Rep. Jennifer O’Mara (D-Delaware), which calls for the implementation of “red …
Bill to Protect Mental Health & Prevent Gun Violence Passes House, Heads to Senate Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives yesterday passed H.B.917, which introduces the Uniform Family Law Arbitration Act that will enable families to resolve disputes privately with the help …
PA House Passes Bill to Offer Private Resolution for Family Disputes Read More