Senator John Kane Archives

Celebrating Cheyney University’s Reaffirmed Accreditation

July 3, 2024

Op-Ed By Senator John Kane

Great news has come our way! Cheyney University, the first HBCU on our Country, our historic and beloved state school, has had its accreditation reaffirmed, lifting it off probation. This isn’t just a win for the university; it’s a victory for our entire district and community. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Cheyney’s accrediting body, made this announcement earlier this week, and it couldn’t have come at a better time.

Senator Kane: Property Tax and Rent Rebate Payments will begin July 1st

June 28, 2024

June 27, 2024 – Beginning Monday, thousands of additional Pennsylvania senior citizens are getting more money back in their pockets through the expanded Property Tax and Rent Rebate Program. The first batch of payments through the program, which assists eligible...

Senator John I. Kane Announces Launch of $20 Million Digital Connectivity Technology Program Supplying Laptops to Community Institutions

June 20, 2024

June 20, 2024 − The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority has begun accepting applications for the new initiative aimed at providing laptops for libraries, non-profits, and community institutions across Pennsylvania. In partnership with the Pennsylvania...

The Plumbers Perspective: Shapiro Administration Announces $5 Million in Grant Funding Available to Expand Registered Apprenticeship Programs Across PA

June 13, 2024

Op-Ed By Senator John Kane Governor Josh Shapiro just announced $5 million in grant funding to expand registered apprenticeship programs across our Commonwealth. This is a major WIN for the trades and our future generations! This initiative is right up my alley, being...

Shapiro Administration Announces $5 Million in Grant Funding Available to Expand Registered Apprenticeship Programs Across PA

June 13, 2024

HARRISBURG, PA − June 13, 2024 − Governor Josh Shapiro just announced $5 million in grant funding to expand registered apprenticeship programs across our Commonwealth. This is a major WIN for the trades and our future generations! This initiative is right up my alley,...