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U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Deb Fischer (R-NE) introduced the Rural Partnership and Prosperity Act on Wednesday. The legislation aims to bolster economic development in rural communities by addressing …
Rural Partnership and Prosperity Act Introduced to Boost Economic Development in Rural Communities Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania Senators Kim Ward (R-39), Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-28), Tracy Pennycuick (R-24), and Maria Collett (D-12) announced on Tuesday their intention to advance a bipartisan legislative package aimed at …
Pennsylvania Senate Announces Bipartisan Bills to Combat Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — A bipartisan group of Pennsylvania state lawmakers, along with advocates and individuals who experienced homelessness in their youth, have come together on Wednesday to highlight new legislation aimed …
Pennsylvania State Lawmakers Champion Legislation to Combat Rising Youth Homelessness Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania’s House Transportation Committee has given bipartisan approval to House Bill 1833, a piece of legislation aimed at accelerating infrastructure projects and saving taxpayer dollars.
Bipartisan Bill to Expedite Pennsylvania Infrastructure Projects Moves Forward Read More
Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 6363, the Further Continuing Appropriations and Other Extensions Act, 2024, a critical bill designed to prevent a government shutdown. The bill, commonly …
H.R. 6363 Bill Passes House Vote, Aims to Avert Government Shutdown Read More
The first-ever bipartisan Paid Family Leave Working Group, led by Representatives Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) and Stephanie Bice (R-OK), is preparing policy proposals to be announced later this year. Since its …
Bipartisan Paid Family Leave Working Group Preps Policy Proposals Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In a significant move towards safeguarding sports officials in Pennsylvania, State Senator Jimmy Dillon (D, Philadelphia) announced the successful passage Wednesday of Senate Bill 842, known as the …
Pennsylvania Senate Passes Respect the Whistle Act, Seeks to Boost Safety for Sports Officials Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — On Wednesday, Governor Josh Shapiro and Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis joined the Pennsylvania Jewish Legislative Caucus in a show of solidarity with Israel following the unprovoked terrorist attack …
Pennsylvania Stands United: Solidarity with Israel Against Terrorism Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Senate unanimously passed a resolution on Tuesday, condemning the October 7, 2023, terrorist attack launched by Hamas against Israel. The resolution, sponsored by Senators Steve Santarsiero …
Pennsylvania Senate Unanimously Condemns Hamas Terrorist Attack on Israel: Expresses Solidarity and Support Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In a unanimous decision, the Pennsylvania Senate Judiciary Committee this week cleared the path for Senate Bill 55, also known as Kayden’s Law, to be brought to a …
Pennsylvania Senate Committee Approves Kayden’s Law: Bipartisan Bill Headed to Full Senate Vote Read More