Campaigns & Elections
Politics
5 former PA governors back repeal of closed primaries
All of the state’s living former governors say unaffiliated voters should be able to vote in party primaries.
Education
Policy
Lawmakers hear from parents, school leaders on school choice policies
The hearing comes as another legislative body plans to hold a statewide tour on education funding.
Capitol Beat
Policy
PA lawmakers begin discussions on data privacy legislation
House Bill 1201 would establish consumer rights related to the use of their digital data.
Infrastructure
News & Politics
Policy
Understanding Pennsylvania’s ongoing debate over skill games
Lawmakers are weighing the benefits and drawbacks of regulating so-called games of skill.
Capitol Beat
Politics
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
Politics
Senate lawmakers will return this month to continue work on state budget
A GOP spokesperson said the chamber will return on Aug. 30.
Policy
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
Politics
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
Policy
Understanding public-private partnerships in Pennsylvania
How P3s are used to improve transportation infrastructure in the commonwealth.
News & Politics
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.
Education
Policy
PASSHE leaders vote to freeze tuition for fifth straight year
Tuition will remain at $7,716 for in-state students.
News & Politics
Politics
Innamorato resigns, bringing state House back to 101-101 tie
Innamorato resigned as she continues to campaign for Allegheny County executive.
News & Politics
Policy
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
Personality
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
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
Personality
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
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
Policy
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
Policy
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.
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