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Understanding Pennsylvania’s ongoing debate over skill games

Lawmakers are weighing the benefits and drawbacks of regulating so-called games of skill.

Capitol Beat

Business leaders, lawmakers hope for bipartisan action on permitting reform

One lawmaker said the state has a “rare and unique opportunity” to act now.

Capitol Beat

Senate lawmakers will return this month to continue work on state budget

A GOP spokesperson said the chamber will return on Aug. 30.

Policy

Fund with numbers: Basic Education Funding Commission to go on tour

Lawmakers will meet in Allentown on Sept. 12 to kick off the statewide tour.

Capitol Beat

What to know about PA’s 21st House District race

Democrat Lindsay Powell and Republican Erin Connolly Autenreith will face off in September for the vacant seat.

News & Politics

Understanding public-private partnerships in Pennsylvania

How P3s are used to improve transportation infrastructure in the commonwealth.

News & Politics

The Jan. 6 criminal case tracker

An in-depth chronicling of the ever-growing number of Pennsylvanians charged and convicted of crimes committed during the 2021 insurrection.

News & Politics

Innamorato resigns, bringing state House back to 101-101 tie

Innamorato resigned as she continues to campaign for Allegheny County executive.

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Lawmakers renew calls for rail safety reforms after state’s latest train derailment

The accident has intensified the attention of state and federal officials.

Events

The CSPA Q&A: State Rep. Arvind Venkat

The freshman lawmaker – and emergency room physician – spoke with City & State ahead of the Greater Pittsburgh Healthcare Summit

General Assembly

Opinion: The probation system failed my son – it’s not too late to save others

Pam Sedia writes that Senate Bill 838 will save lives and save families.

Events

The CSPA Q&A: House Health Committee Chair Dan Frankel

The Allegheny County Democrat spoke with City & State ahead of the Greater Pittsburgh Healthcare Summit

General Assembly

Opinion: 10 ways to improve your disability hiring practices

There are numerous effective ways to improve inclusivity in the workplace – but commitment to change is key.

News & Politics

Pittman: Hundreds of millions in state funding could be at risk without more budget bills

Meanwhile, the leader for House Democrats urged the Senate to advance an already-passed $45.5B spending plan.

News & Politics

Opinion: A million reasons to open up primaries in Pennsylvania

A bipartisan effort from two state House lawmakers seeks to end the disenfranchisement of Independent voters in Pennsylvania primary elections.