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Schwank’s Severe Maternal Morbidity Bill Passes Senate

Schwank’s Severe Maternal Morbidity Bill Passes Senate

Harrisburg — June 6, 2023 — Today, SB 262, sponsored by Senator Judy Schwank (D-11th), passed the Pennsylvania Senate by a vote of 50-0. Schwank’s bill is part of a legislative package on maternal mortality. SB 262 adds “severe maternal morbidity” to the...

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News Digest:: June 5, 2023

Legislature Free school meals under consideration as state budget work set to resume | Cnhi Network | template2.cnhionline.com State to consider free school meals | Don't Miss This | sharonherald.com Schwank visits Mt. Penn Fire Company to tour day room renovations...

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Comitta Honored by Chester County EMS Council

Comitta Honored by Chester County EMS Council

In recognition of her work on behalf of the emergency services community, state Senator Carolyn Comitta was recently honored by the Chester County EMS Council with the organization’s Robert Thompson Memorial Award. Comitta was presented with the award, named in memory...

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News Digest:: May 24, 2023

Legislature Stipend proposed for student teachers in Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania | thecentersquare.com Pennsylvania Democrats pass two gun reform bills in state House - YouTube State lawmaker says more pro-cannabis legislation needed, as Kenner gets final dispensary...

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State Lawmakers Announce Animal Protection Legislation

State Lawmakers Announce Animal Protection Legislation

West Chester, PA − May 18, 2023 − Legislation inspired by the rescue of nearly 4,000 beagles from a breeding facility in Virginia was announced by state lawmakers, animal advocates, and rescue organizations at a special press conference at the Brandywine Valley SPCA this week. State Senator Carolyn Comitta was joined by state Senator Katie Muth, state Senator John Kane, state Rep. Melissa Shusterman, and state Rep. Chris Pielli in announcing the Dog and Cat Protection Act (also known as the Pennsylvania Beagle Bills).

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Legislators Call for Reforms to Hospital Closure Process

Legislators Call for Reforms to Hospital Closure Process

Harrisburg, PA − May 4, 2023 – In response to recent hospital closures in areas across Pennsylvania, state Senator Carolyn Comitta, state Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, and state Rep. Jennifer O’Mara are working to reform the process to better position impacted communities...

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Senator Boscola Introduces Open Primary Legislation

Senator Boscola Introduces Open Primary Legislation

Harrisburg, PA – April 26, 2023 – Senators Lisa M. Boscola (D-Northampton) and Dan Laughlin (R-Erie) today introduced a bipartisan proposal to repeal closed primary elections in Pennsylvania, allowing registered voters who selected ‘none’ or ‘no affiliation’ on their...

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