News Digest :: January 31, 2023

Legislature Pa. Sen. Lisa Boscola proposes funding for ‘adequate number’ of election drop boxes and letting family members drop off ballots – The Morning Call (mcall.com) AEDs would be required at Pennsylvania school sporting events under proposed law inspired by...

Comitta Secures Funding for Brandywine Valley SPCA Upgrades

West Chester, PA- January 30, 2023 – The Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA) will receive $50,000 in state funding to improve their West Chester shelter and expand their animal veterinary services thanks to State Senator Carolyn Comitta. “The Brandywine Valley SPCA is a...

Senator Street’s Statement on Tyre Nichols

PHILADELPHIA, PA  – Jan. 30th, 2023) – Following the vicious beating and death of Tyre Nichols, Senator Street released the following statement: “Tyre Nichols’ life mattered and to die at the hands of those responsible for protecting and serving is...

News Digest :: January 30, 2023

Legislature Pa. lawmaker proposing ‘Damar’s Law;’ would require AEDs at all school sporting events (wtae.com) State lawmaker announces plans to introduce legislation requiring AEDs at all school athletic events | fox43.com Damar Hamlin inspires new...

News Digest :: January 27, 2023

Legislature State Senator Wayne Fontana introduces proposal to raise Pennsylvania’s minimum wage – CBS Pittsburgh (cbsnews.com) PA Minimum Wage at $7.25, Experts and Locals React | WJAC (wjactv.com) Pennsylvania bill “Damar’s Law” would...

News Digest :: January 26, 2023

Legislature Sen. Santarsiero Responds To Sen. Mastriano’s Claim About Bucks County LGBTQ+ Teen Event – LevittownNow.com Mastriano wants to reclassify drag shows over Bucks County ‘queer prom’ (inquirer.com) Senator Calls Out Colleague Over Bucks County...

Brewster Bill Would Allow Free Fishing at Recovery Events

Harrisburg – January 24, 2023 – Veterans and other Pennsylvanians enrolled in recovery programs that involve fishing events would be exempt from paying for a state fishing license under legislation introduced again this week by State Senator Jim Brewster....