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Hughes’ and Robinson Bold Literacy Initiative Passes Education Committee
Bill Aims to Help All PA Children Learn to Read by Grade 3 HARRISBURG – May 6, 2025 − The Senate Education Committee today approved a bipartisan measure sponsored by Sens. Devlin Robinson (R-37) and Vincent Hughes (D-7) to ensure all Pennsylvania...
Steel Valley’s Senator Pisciottano Introduces “FORGES” to Revitalize Steel Industry, Create Jobs
Harrisburg, PA − May 7, 2025 – State Sen. Nick Pisciottano (D-Allegheny) today announced the introduction of landmark legislation designed to strengthen Pennsylvania’s steel industry, protect and create jobs, and reestablish the Commonwealth’s leadership in American...
James Malone Sworn in as First Democratic State Senator from Lancaster County in Over 130 Years
HARRISBURG, PA – May 5, 2025 − Today, Senator James Malone was officially sworn in to represent Pennsylvania’s 36th Senate District in Lancaster County. Senator Malone is the first Democrat to win a State Senate election in Lancaster in over 130 years. “Lancastrians...
Mayor Ed Gainey, State Sen. Williams, and Rep. Abney Advance Legislation to Prohibit Price Gouging During Local Emergencies
Pittsburgh, PA – May 5, 2025 – In the wake of last week’s deadly storm, today, Mayor Ed Gainey is leading an effort in partnership with County Executive Sara Innamorato, State Senator Lindsey Williams, State Representative Aerion Abney, and other members of the state legislative delegation to protect Pittsburghers against exploitative businesses, contractors, and corporations engaged in price gouging essential goods and services after disasters.
Senator Santarsiero Statement Calling for Head Start Funding
BUCKS COUNTY− May 2, 2025 − The following statement is attributable to Senator Steve Santarsiero (D-10) in support of the Federal Government funding Head Start and Early Head Start Programs: “Hundreds of young children in Bucks County are at risk of losing critical...
Bucks Democratic Lawmakers Call for Full SEPTA Funding
BUCKS COUNTY – May 2, 2025 – State Senator Steve Santarsiero (D-10) yesterday called on Republicans in the General Assembly today to fully fund SEPTA in this year’s state budget. Joined at the Levittown SEPTA station by Representatives Tina Davis (D-141),...
Senators Nikil Saval and Lindsey Williams Announce Transit for All PA Funding Package
HARRISBURG, PA − April 29, 2025 −Today State Senator Nikil Saval (D–Philadelphia) and State Senator Lindsey M. Williams (D–Allegheny) announced the Transit for All PA Funding Package, a suite of legislative proposals to help secure full funding for transit agencies across Pennsylvania.
Senator Nikil Saval, Representative Ben Waxman, and Friends of Schuylkill River Park Celebrate Reopening of Dog Run After Major Upgrades
Philadelphia, PA − Tuesday, April 29, 2025 − On Sunday, State Senator Nikil Saval and State Representative Ben Waxman joined the Friends of Schuylkill River Park in celebrating the official reopening of the beloved dog run following the completion of the first major...
Senator Nick Miller’s Response to Redevelopment Authority of Lehigh County Agreements
April 23, 2025 − Senator Nick Miller issues the following statement in response to Redevelopment Authority of Lehigh County Agreements: "Today’s approvals are a clear sign that we’re getting things done together and tackling long-standing challenges head-on. By...
Senator Tartaglione Introduces Senate Bill 19 to Raise Pennsylvania’s Minimum Wage
Harrisburg, PA − April 22, 2025 – State Senator Christine Tartaglione (D–2, Philadelphia) today formally introduced Senate Bill 19, legislation aimed at raising Pennsylvania’s minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2026 and tying future increases to the cost of living. The...
Delaware County Legislative Delegation Condemns Prospect Following Announcement to Shut Crozer Health
DELAWARE COUNTY, PA – April 21, 2025 – Today, Prospect Medical Holdings filed in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, a motion to close Crozer Health and all of the outpatient facilities licensed with the hospital. The Delaware County Legislative Delegation made...
Delaware County Legislative Delegation Rallies for State Funding for SEPTA, Highlights Negative Impact of Proposed Service Cuts
DELAWARE COUNTY, PA – April 17, 2025 – With 74 days until a new state budget must be passed and negotiations ongoing, several members of the Delaware County Legislative Delegation— including Senators Tim Kearney and John Kane, Representatives Carol Kazeem, David...
Senate Democratic Leader Jay Costa Responds to Emerging Details in Arson Attack on Governor Shapiro’s Family during Passover
HARRISBURG, PA – April 16, 2025 – Earlier today, the Pennsylvania State Police filed an affidavit indicating that Cody Balmer, who stands accused of assault and arson related to the Sunday morning fire at the Governor’s residence, placed a 911 call during which he...
Senate Democratic Caucus Hosts Hearing Regarding the Future of Mass Transit
PITTSBURGH, PA − April 14, 2025 − Today, Senate Democratic Policy Committee Chair Nick Miller held a hearing to examine the needs of regional mass transit systems and assess ways to ensure that their benefits remain accessible to residents and local businesses in...
Senators Amanda M. Cappelletti and Patty Kim Introduce Legislation to Require Records of Deaths in Custody
Harrisburg, PA − April 15, 2025 − Senators Amanda M. Cappelletti (D-17) and Patty Kim (D-15) today highlighted their legislation to require Pennsylvania enforcement agencies to comply with the federal Death in Custody Reporting Act (DCRA). The DCRA requires state and...
Keeping Seniors Safe: Collett Bill Would Establish Elder Abuse Fatality Reviews in Pennsylvania
Harrisburg, Pa. − April 14, 2025 − In an effort to promote transparency and add another tool to assist in the prevention of deaths from abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older Pennsylvanians, Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery, Democratic Caucus...
Senators Amanda M. Cappelletti and Lisa Baker Introduce Bipartisan SB 475 to Strengthen Pennsylvania’s Treatment Courts
HARRISBURG, PA – April 10, 2025 – The Pennsylvania Senate recently passed Senate Bill 475, introduced by Senator Amanda M. Cappelletti (D–Montgomery, Delaware) and Senator Lisa Baker (R–Luzerne, Wayne), a bipartisan measure aimed at modernizing and strengthening...
State Lawmakers, Transit Riders, Workers, and Community Members Call on the Pennsylvania General Assembly to Fully Fund SEPTA
Several hundred community members from throughout the region packed the north apron portal at Philadelphia's City Hall. Attendees brought signs, shared chants, and testified to the importance of SEPTA in their lives and for their communities. Philadelphia, PA − April...
Senator Lindsey M. Williams Applauds Shapiro Administration’s Legal Challenge to Early Termination of Federal Education Funding
Pittsburgh, Pa. − April 10, 2025 − Senator Lindsey M. Williams, Democratic Chair of the Senate Education Committee, issued this statement following Governor Josh Shapiro’s announcement that he is suing the Trump Administration over the early termination of ESSER...
Senator Jay Costa, Representative Dan Frankel Reintroduce Hate Crimes and Victims’ Rights Package of Legislation
PITTSBURGH, PA – April 10, 2025 – Today, Senator Jay Costa joins Representative Dan Frankel to announce the reintroduction of a package of bills meant to strengthen law enforcement’s response to hate crimes, improve tracking, advocate for victims, and prevent future...
Sen. Kearney and Rep. O’Mara Host Annual Apprenticeship & Trades Fair for Local Middle & High School Students
MEDIA, PA – April 9, 2025 – Senator Tim Kearney and Representative Jennifer O’Mara, in partnership with the Delaware County Intermediate Unit (DCIU), hosted their annual Apprenticeship & Trades Fair on April 5 at the DCIU in Morton. The event welcomed...
Joint Statement by Dauphin County Democratic Members Regarding Commissioner George Hartwick
HARRISBURG, PA – April 8, 2025 – Senator Patty Kim (SD-15), Representatives Nate Davidson (HD-103) Dave Madsen (HD 104) and Justin Fleming (HD-105) issued the following statement: “The allegations against Commissioner George Hartwick are serious and should be treated...
On the Anniversary of Dr. King’s Assassination, Leaders Rally to Defend Equal Education Against Federal Attacks
PHILADELPHIA, PA – April 4, 2025 − On Friday, April 4, elected officials, civil rights advocates, and education leaders gathered at Martin Luther King High School to commemorate the anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination and sound the alarm on...
Senate Democratic Caucus Rallies for Fair Housing Month, Calls for State Action on Safe, Affordable Homes for All
Harrisburg, PA − April 2, 2025 − Senate Democrats held a press conference on Wednesday to kick off Fair Housing Month, observed nationally every April, and call for state action on Housing. Senate Democratic Leader Jay Costa was joined by Democratic...
Senator Tartaglione’s Bill to Prohibit Safe Injection Sites Passes Senate with Strong Bipartisan Support
Harrisburg, PA − April 2, 2025 – With a decisive 38-11 vote, the Pennsylvania Senate yesterday passed Senate Bill 347, legislation introduced by Senator Christine Tartaglione (D-2) to prohibit the operation of safe injection sites in the Commonwealth of...
El senador de PA Vincent Hughes anuncia una resolución del Senado sobre la Seguridad Social
Harrisburg, PA - 1 de abril de 2025 - El Senador Vincent Hughes ha anunciado una resolución concurrente que aborda los recortes a la Administración del Seguro Social y las actualizaciones operacionales perjudiciales que están siendo dirigidas por el Comisionado Interino Dudek y la DOGE de Elon Musk. El senador Hughes...
Nick Miller, Presidente de Política del Grupo Demócrata del Senado, y Marty Flynn, Senador, organizan una audiencia sobre la asequibilidad de la energía para los consumidores
HARRISBURG, PA - 31 de marzo de 2025 - Hoy, el presidente del Comité de Política Demócrata del Senado, Nick Miller, celebró una audiencia para explorar estrategias para mitigar el impacto de los costos de energía en los residentes, junto con soluciones legislativas...
Los senadores estatales destacan el paquete legislativo sobre la reforma del cambio de nombre
HARRISBURG, PA - 31 de marzo 2025 - Un grupo de senadores de Pennsylvania ha reintroducido un conjunto de proyectos de ley destinados a reducir las barreras transgénero Pennsylvanians enfrentan al cambiar legalmente sus nombres. Conocido como el Paquete de Reforma de Cambio de Nombre, el legislativo...
Senator Nick Pisciottano Announces Partnership with VFW & American Legion to Support Veterans
Monroeville, PA, March 28, 2025 – State Sen. Nick Pisciottano (D-Allegheny) today announced a partnership with the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and the American Legion Department of Pennsylvania to enhance essential support services for veterans in his district....
Miller, Newman Held Groundbreaking Ceremony of New Construction – The Swans
Allentown, Pennsylvania – March 27, 2025 – Sen. Nick Miller (D-Lehigh/Northampton), and Gary Newman of Blackstone Structures LLC held a press conference in conjunction with the groundbreaking ceremony of Newman’s new housing development, The Swans at 826...
Santarsiero y Bartolotta presentan un proyecto de ley para ayudar a las familias de los primeros intervinientes fallecidos por suicidio
HARRISBURG - 27 de marzo 2025 - Sens. Cámara Bartolotta (R-46) y Steve Santarsiero (D-10) presentó una legislación para proporcionar de emergencia y el personal policial con lesiones por estrés postraumático (PTSI)-relacionados con los beneficios de la muerte. El proyecto de ley lleva el nombre de Bryan F. Gray,...
Los legisladores estatales presentan planes para proteger a las comunidades de inmigrantes de Pensilvania
HARRISBURG - 26 de marzo de 2025 - Hoy, los miembros del Caucus de Bienvenida de la Legislatura de Pensilvania se unieron en el Capitolio del Estado para anunciar iniciativas legislativas para apoyar a las familias, fortificar las comunidades, proteger a los trabajadores, y defender la integridad de nuestra...