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This week’s headlines: State election funding is coming while Fetterman pulls in record-breaking sum
A roundup of the week’s political news
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Mastriano, Ellis, attack Davis over 11-year-old tweets
Social media posts – and platforms themselves – have become part of attacks in the state’s midterm race for governor and lieutenant governor.
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.
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House GOP offensive against Krasner advances as members named to committee
The panel includes three Republicans and two Democrats.
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
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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.’
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Lawmakers send bill reforming fireworks law to Gov. Wolf
The legislation would give municipalities the power to regulate when fireworks can be used.
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Matt Dowling won’t run for reelection after DUI charge
Dowling says retiring will help him focus on his wellness and family.
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.
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.
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Opinion
The overturning of Roe is just the beginning – LGBTQ+ rights could be next
As Pride Month comes to a close, a reminder to always fight for what is right.
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.
Opinion
Opinion
On his birthday, reflecting on the legacy of Gov. Milton Shapp
In an op-ed, Ari Mittleman remembers the 40th governor of Pennsylvania as an optimist, innovator and bold policymaker.
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Democratic Governors Association calls on Mastriano to release potential Jan. 6 footage
Mastriano is Pennsylvania’s Republican nominee for governor.
Education
Policy
Members of the LGBTQ community denounce new, so-called ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bills
Two GOP-backed bills aimed at giving parents control over when their kids learn about sexual orientation is drawing ire
Capitol Beat
Policy
GOP effort to expand poll watcher access advances in state House
Legislation from state Sen. Doug Mastriano would allow poll watchers to travel to any precinct in the state.
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Cutler tells Jan. 6 panel he felt post-election calls from Trump lawyers were ‘inappropriate’
Committee hearing examined efforts to pressure state lawmakers and election officials
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