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HARRISBURG, PA — State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, is celebrating a major legislative victory with the passage of House Bill 1853, now Act 75 of 2024. The bill, designed to …
Governor Shapiro Signs Landmark Bill to Improve Nursing Home Care Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Representative Melissa Shusterman (D-Chester) is taking swift action to protect abortion rights in Pennsylvania following a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision. The case, Moyle v. United …
Rep. Shusterman Pushes for Stronger Abortion Rights in Pennsylvania After Supreme Court Decision Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Tuesday, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed House Bill 98, also known as the Equal Pay Law, aimed at expanding protections against wage discrimination based on …
Pennsylvania House Passes Equal Pay Law to Combat Wage Discrimination Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In recognition of her efforts to advance animal welfare legislation, State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, has been awarded the prestigious Humane Legislator of the Year by The …
Pennsylvania State Rep. Melissa Shusterman Honored as Humane Legislator of the Year Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a legislative development aimed at improving the quality of care in nursing homes across Pennsylvania, the state House of Representatives has passed House Bill 1853 with …
Pennsylvania House Passes Bill to Enhance Nursing Home Care Through Increased Collaboration Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has sent House Bill 917, the Uniform Family Law Arbitration Act, to Governor Josh Shapiro’s desk with unanimous bipartisan support. State Representatives …
Pennsylvania House Passes Bill to Introduce Family Law Arbitration, Aiming for Quicker, Less Contentious Resolutions Read More
PAOLI, PA — In a significant development for Chester County’s 157th Legislative District, State Rep. Melissa Shusterman announced this week that the area is set to receive $843,000 in grants …
Chester County Receives $843,000 Boost for Transportation and Safety Enhancements Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant move toward addressing wage disparities in the workplace, the Pennsylvania House Labor and Industry Committee approved a bill on Tuesday that seeks to expand …
Pennsylvania House Committee Advances Bill to Strengthen Equal Pay Protections Read More
PAOLI, PA — In an innovative approach to civic education, State Representative Melissa Shusterman, representing Pennsylvania’s 157th Legislative District, has unveiled the “It Should Be a Law” essay contest targeted …
Shusterman Launches “It Should Be a Law” Essay Contest for Fourth-Graders Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In an era where the health-conscious shopper is increasingly vigilant about what lands on their dinner table, a trio of Pennsylvania legislators is stepping up with a …
Pennsylvania Legislators Rally to Banish Hazardous Chemicals from Food Read More