Upcoming Policy Hearings
JAN
20
Small Necessities Leave
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 | 11:00 AM
On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., Senate Democratic Policy Committee Chair Nick Miller (D-14) will host a hearing alongside Senator Art Haywood. This hearing will discuss legislation being proposed to establish the Small Necessities Leave Act.
This hearing will be held at Penn State Abington, Lares Building located at Lubert Commons, 1600 Woodland Road, Abington, PA 19001.
JAN
23
Clean Air & Water
Friday, January 23, 2026 | 1:00 PM
On Friday, January 23, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., Senate Democratic Policy Committee Chair Nick Miller (D-14) will host a hearing to examine comprehensive solutions and actions to ensure our environment is clean and safe.
This hearing will be held at Lehigh Valley Planning Commission located at 615 Waterfront Drive, Allentown, PA 18102.
Committee News
Democratic Policy Committee Hearing – Solutions for Addressing Housing Affordability
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