Post Session Report :: Monday, March 16, 2026

Monday, March 16, 2026 SB 782, PN 844 (J. Ward) – This bill amends Titles 24 (Education) and 71 (State Government) to permit retirees from the PSERS and SERS to return to service and work part-time as a state-certified emergency medical service, police, or fire...

Schwank and Laughlin Reintroduce Rental Application Fee Cap Legislation

Harrisburg, PA — March 13, 2026 — Sen. Judy Schwank (D-Berks) and Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-Erie) have reintroduced legislation to place reasonable limits on rental application fees in Pennsylvania. Rental application fees can range from $25 to $75, often higher than the...

Senator Fontana Announces Nearly $900K in Community Safety Grants

Allegheny County – March 11, 2026 – Today, Senator Wayne Fontana announced $890,536 in grants to fund indigent defense, provide lifesaving treatment for those incarcerated, and improve safety at nonprofits located in the 42nd Senatorial District. Awarded by the...