Chester County News and Community Website
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House has unanimously passed House Bill 2094, spearheaded by State Representative Kristine Howard, D-Chester. This landmark legislation aims to modernize the state’s filial responsibility laws, …
Pennsylvania Moves to Overhaul Outdated Filial Responsibility Laws: What Families Need to Know Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Representative Jennifer O’Mara has successfully advanced a bill aimed at extending Workers’ Compensation coverage to emergency responders suffering from post-traumatic stress injuries (PTSI). The bill, which …
Legislation to Secure Workers’ Compensation for Emergency Responders with PTSD Heads to Governor’s Desk Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers convened at the state Capitol on Tuesday to advocate for House Bill 1210, a bipartisan initiative poised to expand protections for victims of domestic violence …
Legislation Aims to Safeguard Pets and Victims in Domestic Violence Cases Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a concerted effort to bolster the security of educational environments across Pennsylvania, school safety administrators, resource officers, advocates, and agency representatives gathered at the state Capitol …
Pennsylvania Leaders Unite to Fortify School Safety: A Collaborative Push Against Violence Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Wednesday, the Pennsylvania General Assembly passed House Bill 1700. Authored by state Representatives Mary Isaacson and Anthony Bellmon, both Democrats from Philadelphia, this legislation is designed …
Safeguarding Justice: Pennsylvania Passes Bill to Protect Federal Judges Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Wednesday, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed House Bill 2383, spearheaded by state Representative Jared Solomon. This legislation introduces the Older Adult Mentor Volunteer Program, aiming …
Generations Unite: New Mentor Program Revolutionizes Pennsylvania Schools Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House Transportation Committee this week advanced House Bill 2625, legislation aimed at significantly increasing state funding for public transit agencies across all 67 counties. Spearheaded …
PA House Moves to Transform Transit Funding: What It Means for All 67 Counties Read More
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