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HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed state budget for 2025-26 has won the enthusiastic support of State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, who calls the plan a vital investment in Pennsylvania’s …
How Melissa Shusterman’s Support for Shapiro’s Bold Budget Could Transform Your Community’s Future Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A landmark step toward workplace equity has been introduced by the Biden Administration, with officials unveiling a proposed rule to phase out the payment of subminimum wages to …
Biden Administration Moves to End Subminimum Wages for Workers with Disabilities Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — On Friday, Senate Democratic Whip Christine M. Tartaglione unveiled a groundbreaking proposal to boost Pennsylvania’s minimum wage to $20 per hour. The proposed legislation, Senate Bill 1186, …
Senate Bill 1186: Pennsylvania’s Bold Move to $20 Minimum Wage Read More
IRVINE, CA — The American Dream of owning a home feels increasingly out of reach for wage earners in the United States. A recent study conducted by ATTOM reveals that …
American Dream Becomes More Elusive as Home Affordability Wanes in First Quarter of 2024, ATTOM Report Reveals Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging Chairman Bob Casey (D-PA) led a hearing on Thursday titled, “All Means All: Empowering People with Disabilities to Thrive in Careers …
U.S. Senate Hearing Spotlights Need for Fair Wages, Opportunities for People with Disabilities Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) is ramping up its protection of workers’ rights as it witnessed a significant uptick in labor law violation complaints …
Pennsylvania Labor Department Cracks Down on Labor Law Violations, Recoups $4M in Lost Wages Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In his 2024 budget address, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro unveiled a sweeping progressive agenda that has sparked intense debate across the Keystone State. The proposed budget, which …
Governor Shapiro’s Progressive Budget Proposal: Visionary or Overreaching? Read More
READING, PA — Finding the right job can be tough, especially when you’re living in a city with a low cost of living and limited opportunities. In Reading, PA, there …
The Lowest-Paying Jobs in Reading, PA: Can You Make A Living? Read More
Op-Ed by State Rep. Darisha Parker, D-Philadelphia Entering Women’s History Month this March has me pondering a lot of issues related to women, especially women of color, and where we …
Women’s History Month Is the Perfect Time to Recognize Women’s Issues Read More
Op-Ed by State Rep. Patty Kim (D-Dauphin) In my 10 years as a legislator, I’ve always tried to error on the side of altruistic caution in my support of programs …
Raising the Minimum Wage: Economic Justice for Pennsylvania’s Workers Read More