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PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has passed legislation aimed at bolstering protections for federal judges and judicial officers. House Bill 1700, sponsored by state Rep. Mary Isaacson, was approved …
Pennsylvania House Passes Bill to Enhance Protection for Judges and Judicial Officers Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — State Representative Chris Pielli, D-Chester, announced the adoption of his House Resolution 275 by the state House. The resolution designates December 16, 2023, as “Battle of the Bulge …
“Battle of the Bulge Day” Designated in Pennsylvania to Honor State’s Heroic Troops Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — To expedite the reconstruction of the collapsed I-95 overpass, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives voted on Tuesday to pass H.R. 279, a resolution that allows for an extended …
Pennsylvania House Votes to Extend Disaster Proclamation for I-95 Overpass Rebuild Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Community activist Carrie Stare announced her candidacy for the 160th Legislative District seat representing Chester and Delaware counties on Monday. Stare, a Democrat, aims to bring …
Carrie Stare Announces Candidacy for 160th State House District in Chester and Delaware Counties Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — State Representative Chris Rabb, D-Phila., is championing legislation that would officially recognize the National Day of Mourning in Pennsylvania. The proposed holiday serves as a counter-commemoration to Thanksgiving, …
Pennsylvania Lawmaker Proposes Recognition of National Day of Mourning Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In an effort to address the shortage of police officers in Pennsylvania, the House of Representatives passed House Bill 863 on Tuesday. Authored by state Rep. Dan Williams, …
Pennsylvania House Passes Bill to Address Police Shortage with Adjusted Fitness Standards 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
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
In a move that further exposes the deepening divisions over Israel and Gaza, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution on Tuesday censuring Representative Rashida Tlaib for her comments …
Houlahan Admonishes Use of Censure Censure Resolution Against Rep. Tlaib Amid Israel-Gaza Divide Read More