Healthcare
Policy
‘A maternal mortality crisis’ – the crux of Dems’ second ‘Post-Roe’ hearing on abortion
Dems looked at issues around abortion, the SCOTUS ruling, and how communities of color may be impacted by an abortion ban.
Budget
Policy
State lawmakers praised this year’s budget as historic. Here’s what’s in it.
This year’s state budget includes more cash for education, a business tax cut and some changes to the state’s election laws.
Education
Policy
Doug Mastriano calls for tuition freeze at four state-related universities
The GOP gubernatorial candidate says ‘families simply cannot afford a tuition hike’ in the current economy.
LGBTQ+
Policy
Here’s how Pennsylvania’s congressional delegation voted on same-sex marriage protections
The measure passed with a 267-157 vote in the House of Representatives.
Campaigns & Elections
Policy
Grove renews push for large-scale election law changes
The House GOP elections leader said continuing issues necessitate reforms
News & Politics
Policy
State Senate examines gubernatorial line of succession law
The hearing comes after Lt. Gov. John Fetterman temporarily gave up duties after suffering a stroke
Philadelphia
Policy
Biden administration, Philly officials announce launch of 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
The new suicide prevention hotline will make connecting with a professional in times of crisis as easy as calling or texting three numbers.
Business
Policy
Susan Wild, Commerce Secretary Raimondo call for boosting American manufacturing of semiconductors
Wild, Raimondo emphasized the importance of passing the Bipartisan Innovation Act to improve the nation’s competitiveness
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.
Healthcare
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.
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.
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.’
Capitol Beat
Policy
Lawmakers send veto-bound transgender athlete bill to Tom Wolf’s desk
The measure would ban trans women from playing on women’s school sports teams.
Healthcare
Policy
University of Pittsburgh funding could hinge on its fetal tissue research
Republican lawmakers are hoping to stop Pitt from using tissue obtained from elective abortions
Budget
Policy
State House Appropriations Committee chair: Budget unlikely to be done by June 30 deadline
Wolf’s budget secretary says a deal is ‘very close and within reach’
Gun Control
Policy
Gun control bill once again amended and replaced with GOP concealed-carry legislation
The House Judiciary Committee voted to amend a firearm background check bill, changing it into a constitutional carry proposal.
Abortion
Policy