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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
PAOLI, PA — In a significant fiscal win for Chester County, State Rep. Melissa Shusterman this week announced the awarding of over $4 million in state grants to various organizations …
Chester County Celebrates $4M Windfall: State Grants Bolster Local Projects Read More
PAOLI, PA — State Representative Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, has announced the awarding of more than $212,000 in grants aimed at enhancing local streams and recreational facilities in Tredyffrin Township, a …
Over $212,000 in Grants to Boost Local Recreation and Stream Restoration Read More
BERWYN, PA — In an effort to combat the effects of stormwater runoff and flooding, Tredyffrin Township has been awarded over $2.2 million in grant funding from the Commonwealth of …
Tredyffrin Township Secures $2.2 Million in State Funding for Key Stormwater Projects Read More
PAOLI, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro this week signed into law a significant bipartisan state budget for 2023-24. The legislation includes major funding initiatives that will serve to propel Pennsylvania …
Historic Bipartisan State Budget Signed into Law, Championed by State Rep. Melissa Shusterman Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — State Representative Melissa Shusterman, a Democrat from Chester County, has co-sponsored a major legislative victory for working families in Pennsylvania. House Bill 1259, which Shusterman co-prime sponsored, significantly …
Pennsylvania Legislature Passes Bill to Triple Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has passed House Bill 1786, legislation designed to protect individuals seeking abortion services in the state from legal repercussions imposed by other states. …
Pennsylvania House Passes Bill to Shield Abortion Seekers from Other States’ Prosecutions Read More