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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced that the Senate will undertake a bill to strengthen America’s global leadership, and Senator Casey is among the key

In recent news, a coalition of state financial officials, led by Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity, are voicing their opposition to new federal mortgage fees they

Pennsylvania-based debt collection company International Credit Recovery, Inc. (ICR), officer Richard Diorio, Jr., and manager Cynthia Powell have agreed to a permanent ban from the

Lawmakers in Pennsylvania are looking for ways to replace the gas tax with electric vehicle fees as the state’s revenue for funding road and bridge

The House Judiciary Committee, which is controlled by Democrats, passed a bill called the “Fairness Act” that aims to prevent discrimination. However, concerns have been

State Senator Greg Rothman (R-Cumberland/Dauphin/Perry) has proposed the elimination of Pennsylvania’s personal income tax, which he believes has caused college graduates and businesses to leave

Pennsylvania has recently joined other states in drafting parental rights legislation, which has sparked concerns among parents and led to heated school board meetings and

From:               Franklin County Election Board In a few weeks, voters will be choosing which candidates from their political party will move forward to the November 7,

On March 27, 2023, Town Council hired FlockWorks, Orrstown, PA, to provide guided goat grazing to clear overgrown land along the banks of the Conococheague

A recent report by the Reason Foundation revealed that Pennsylvania’s highway performance and cost-effectiveness ranked 41st in the nation. Despite some improvements in the state’s

Just a few weeks away from the Primary Election on May 16, Magisterial District Judge Annie R. Gómez Shockey announces a key endorsement from the State

Republican Senator Dan Laughlin wants to raise Pennsylvania’s minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 per hour by 2026. He believes that workers are unable to

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court recently imposed sanctions on Fulton County after it allowed a third-party company to access its 2020 voting machines, defying a court

Just ahead of Earth Day, state officials said Pennsylvania will use federal money to tackle climate change.  The Climate Reduction Pollution Grants will help county

Ahead of the Primary Election on Tuesday, May 16, Franklin Votes provides voter resources for Franklin County residents. Franklin Votes is a non-partisan initiative driven

The House Judiciary Committee today voted in favor of legislation authored by Rep. Rob Kauffman (R-Franklin), Republican chairman of the committee, that seeks to support

As a result of Act 77 of 2019, Pennsylvania voters now have two options to receive and vote a ballot prior to Election Day. You

Pennsylvanians who wish to participate in the May 16 municipal primary election but are not already registered to vote should be sure to register no

April is recognized as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Pennsylvania, and while the state has mandated certain professionals such as teachers, healthcare providers, and clergy

The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) celebrated the promotions of two Members who achieved the rank of Major, two who made Captain, and three who attained

Representative Paul Schemel (R-Franklin) has introduced legislation that would reduce legislative salaries to $25,000 per year and compress session calendars in an effort to transition

Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced a new agreement with Marriott International, Inc. following the hotel chain’s failure to comply with a previous settlement requiring

The state of Pennsylvania has launched a new website, “Freedom to Choose,” aimed at providing facts and information about abortion access. This move comes in

Pennsylvania’s May 16 primary election is rapidly approaching, and now is the time to understand who will be on the ballot, when to vote, how

The Franklin County Commissioners are highlighting the importance of safe digging practices during construction projects by recognizing April 2023 as Pennsylvania 811 Safe Digging Month

Pennsylvania may soon be introducing more oversight for the gambling industry, with a focus on skill games. Proposed regulation would centralize a monitoring and control

Democratic Sen. Bob Casey has announced his intention to seek a fourth term in office, a move that will strengthen his party’s defense of a

Four former Mount Carmel High School football players have pleaded guilty to charges related to hazing incidents in 2020, according to Attorney General Michelle Henry.

How Do I  Submit My Initial Voter Registration Application or Change of Name, Address and/or Party Affiliation? 1)         Submit online by going to register.votespa.com.  2)         By

Pennsylvania is a state that has long been known for its heavy tax burden on working-class families. According to recent data, the working class in

Pennsylvania Senators Bob Casey and John Fetterman announced that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will provide over $265 million in federal funding to improve the

Pennsylvania state representative, Aaron Bernstein, plans to introduce legislation that will classify drag shows as an “adult-oriented business” under Title 68. The bill aims to

Curtis Alleman has announced that he will be running as a write-in candidate for the 2-year and 4-year seats in District “C” for the Shippensburg

If you are currently registered as an Independent/Non-Partisan or with any minor political party (i.e. Green, Libertarian, Constitutional, etc.), you will NOT be able to vote for any

As Pennsylvania’s population shrinks or stagnates in many areas, state lawmakers are taking steps to address the state’s housing crisis. Democrats in the House and