Budget
Policy
The new state budget brings changes to Pennsylvania’s election laws
For one thing, counties will no longer be able to accept third-party grants to fund elections.
Environment
Policy
State budget will give environmental efforts a funding boost, advocates, lawmakers say
The spending plan the General Assembly approved last week includes $220 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds to establish a clean streams fund.
Abortion
Policy
Wolf takes executive action to protect out-of-state residents seeking abortions
The governor’s order would prohibit state agencies from helping other states crack down on abortion.
Health Care
Policy
Pennsylvania is looking at a $250 million investment in long-term care
Long-term care advocates say the state budget is an ‘historic moment’ for long-term care.
News & Politics
Politics
House GOP offensive against Krasner advances as members named to committee
The panel includes three Republicans and two Democrats.
Policy
Policy
Wolf OKs bill for PA National Guard to provide cybersecurity training to local governments
Malware is reportedly the leading front of asymmetrical warfare.
Budget
Policy
Senate lawmakers approve ‘historic’ state budget, raft of constitutional amendments
The measures were approved after extensive debate in the legislature’s upper chamber.
Winners & Losers
Budget
Policy
House lawmakers approve $45.2 billion state budget proposal
Still waiting on the Senate, but House leadership called the plan a responsible one that ‘takes care of people.’
Education
Opinion
Now is the time to equitably fund Pennsylvania’s education system
In an op-ed, state Rep. Ben Sanchez addresses what he calls an ‘injustice’ within the state legislature when it comes to school funding.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Charlie Dent and other former GOP officials endorse Josh Shapiro for governor
Dent says Shapiro’s opponent, Doug Mastriano, is ‘a threat to the rule of law and the constitutional order.’
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Making the case for second place: Ranked-choice voting explained
Proponents of this system of voting in Pennsylvania are trying to make some headway. Here are a few of their ideas.
Jim Kenney
Politics
UPDATE: Kenney’s comments following Fourth of July shooting spark outrage among local officials
Some City Council members have called for the mayor’s resignation. Kenney sought to clarify his comments Wednesday afternoon.
News & Politics
Politics
Lawmakers send bill reforming fireworks law to Gov. Wolf
The legislation would give municipalities the power to regulate when fireworks can be used.
News & Politics
Politics
Matt Dowling won’t run for reelection after DUI charge
Dowling says retiring will help him focus on his wellness and family.
Events
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Fetterman and Oz tout support as abortion debate ramps up
Both U.S. Senate candidates received endorsements from abortion-focused groups on Friday.
Philadelphia
Politics
Four Democrats join GOP lawmakers voting to investigate DA Larry Krasner
The House passed a resolution seeking to potentially impeach the controversial DA.
Budget
Politics
This week’s headlines: Budget talks continue as lawmakers focus on school curricula
A roundup of the week’s political news with no shortage of surprises during budget season.
Budget
Politics