Capitol Beat
Capitol Beat
In bipartisan fashion, PA lawmakers vote to repeal tax incentives for data centers
House lawmakers voted 197-5 on Thursday to pass a bill that would repeal sales tax incentives for data center owners and operators.
Capitol Beat
In wake of high court ruling, Pennsylvanians rally for a skill games solution
Lawmakers, business owners and veterans called for the General Assembly to regulate games of skill.
Capitol Beat
6 bills passed by PA lawmakers this week
This week, lawmakers voted on legislation related to AI-generated content, campaign finance and even the Golden Girls.
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‘We want ICE out’: Pennsylvania Democrats look to combat Trump’s immigration policies
Democratic lawmakers in the Pennsylvania Senate introduced an “ICE OUT” bill package aimed at combating immigration enforcement
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House lawmakers advance measure to tax digital advertising platforms
Supporters say the legislation could generate hundreds of millions of dollars in annual revenue for the state.
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4 big questions heading into Pennsylvania budget negotiations
As Pennsylvania’s June 30 budget deadline nears, lawmakers will have to grapple with a structural deficit and whether to find new sources of revenue.
cannabis
Ask The Experts: The kush push
How the Trump administration’s reclassification of marijuana changes efforts to legalize recreational cannabis in the commonwealth.
Capitol Beat
Advocates say skill game revenue could be lifeline for aging Pennsylvanians
Lawmakers continue to debate whether to regulate and tax games of skill.
2026 Primaries
The 2026 Pennsylvania congressional primaries to watch
Contested congressional primaries have drawn lots of attention, and money, to the Keystone State.
General Assembly
The City & State Guide to Pennsylvania’s 2026 Primary Elections: The U.S. House of Representatives
Pennsylvanians will vote in more than 40 contested primary elections this May.
Artificial Intelligence
Pennsylvania sues Character.AI developer, alleging chatbots claimed to be medical professionals
Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration says a controversial AI chatbot developer is violating the state’s Medical Practice Act.
General Assembly
The City & State Guide to Pennsylvania’s 2026 Primary Elections: Senate Districts
Pennsylvanians will vote in more than 40 contested primary elections this May.
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General Assembly
The City & State Guide to Pennsylvania’s 2026 Primary Elections: House Districts
Pennsylvanians will vote in more than 40 contested primary elections this May.
Capitol Beat
House passes bill that would enshrine LGBTQ nondiscrimination protections in state law
Tuesday’s vote is the latest attempt to advance LGBTQ nondiscrimination protections in Pennsylvania.
News & Politics
In return to Harrisburg, Senate votes on women’s sports, municipal planning legislation
City & State reviews key votes in the Pennsylvania Senate this week.
Capitol Beat
Pennsylvania faith leaders denounce violence one year after governor’s residence attack
Gov. Josh Shapiro convened leaders from across religions one year after an attack against his family.
General Assembly
PA House passes minimum wage, paid family leave bills
House lawmakers voted on several high-profile bills to close out March.
Capitol Beat
House GOP lawmakers introduce ‘tax holiday’ bills to address affordability concerns
Lawmakers are proposing temporary “holidays” from several state taxes.
Technology
PA lawmakers advance SAFECHAT Act to protect children from AI chatbot interactions
The bill would require AI companion operators to take steps to prevent harmful interactions with chatbots.
News & Politics
Updated
What to know about Pennsylvania’s 2026 special elections
Several seats in the state House of Representatives have been decided through special elections in 2026.
