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U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, known for her fiery rhetoric and unwavering support of former President Donald J. Trump, spoke to a receptive audience of

The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) will once again offer a series of financial aid webinars to assist students seeking a higher education and

Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) has introduced three bills to make education more accessible and safe for students with disabilities. These policies aim to make transitions

Pennsylvania is grappling with the challenge of managing a growing senior population amidst a declining working-age population, a trend that has become increasingly complex in

Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman is set to resume his duties in the Senate in mid-April, following a two-month hiatus during which the freshman Democrat received

Pennsylvania Senator Bob Casey, who serves as the Chairman of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, has introduced two bills aimed at improving senior

In a historic move, the US Senate has voted to repeal the 1991 and 2002 Authorizations for Use of Military Force (AUMFs) that were enacted

The Department of Labor and Industry is grappling with a backlog of over 35,000 unemployment claims, and officials believe increased funding could help them catch

The Pennsylvania Department of Health has announced that 127 long-term care facilities across 43 counties will be allocated a share of the state’s $14.2 million

The Franklin County Juvenile Probation Department is looking for volunteers to join their Chambersburg Youth Aid Panel. The Youth Aid Panel is an alternative to

The leaders of the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) testified in front of the House Appropriations Committee on Monday, emphasizing their recruitment efforts and supporting Governor

On March 22, 2023, Sen. Doug Mastriano announced that he introduced Senate Bill 340 to increase parental oversight of their children’s education by promoting transparency

On January 6, 2021, supporters of then-President Donald Trump gathered outside the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. Some of them forced their way into

U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) has introduced the Saracini Enhanced Aviation Safety Act (S.911) with the aim of increasing protections that reduce the risk of

Pennsylvania lawmakers are considering implementing background checks and ID requirements for purchasing ammunition in the state. State Senators Art Haywood (D-Montgomery/Philadelphia) and John Kane (D-Chester/Delaware)

As the snow melts away and temperatures start to rise, the arrival of spring is welcomed by many. However, with the changing of the seasons

In an effort to promote fiscal responsibility, the House Appropriations Committee has announced a series of hearings that will scrutinize the governor’s proposed spending plan

U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) has praised the nomination of Deputy Secretary of Labor, Julie Su, to lead the Department of Labor, following President Joe

U.S. Senators Bob Casey, John Fetterman, and Sherrod Brown have introduced the Assistance for Local Heroes During Train Crises Act to provide financial support for

U.S. Senator Bob Casey from Pennsylvania is celebrating the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announcement that the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is helping

A group of 22 Senators, led by U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), has requested that the Biden Administration publicize information about the effect of the

The Borough of Chambersburg has announced that it is now accepting applications for the 2023 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The Borough anticipates receiving

Lawmakers in Pennsylvania are making progress towards expanding the state’s child care tax credit, with consensus building in the General Assembly. While the exact details

The Pennsylvania Governor’s Invasive Species Council has released findings from the state’s first-ever survey on the impact of invasive species. The survey, which was conducted

Proposed legislation in Pennsylvania could force universities to shutter their bias response teams, which have been established on campuses nationwide in recent years to address

Rep. Jesse Topper (R-Bedford and Fulton) announced that copies of this year’s Pennsylvania trout stocking schedule are now available in his district offices in Bedford

As the number of electric vehicles (EVs) in Pennsylvania surges to more than 63,000 registered vehicles from around 10,000 in 2019, lawmakers are facing two

A western Pennsylvania Republican’s demand that Democratic U.S. Sen. John Fetterman prove he is “alive and well” or resign is gaining traction in conservative circles

Senator Bob Casey had been a staunch advocate for workers’ rights for as long as anyone could remember. Today, he took another bold step forward

The Pennsylvania Senate unanimously approved a bill on Wednesday that would prohibit the use of TikTok on state-owned devices and networks, joining a growing number

Michelle A. Henry, a lifelong public servant and former First Deputy Attorney General, has been confirmed by the Pennsylvania Senate to serve as Pennsylvania Attorney

Gov. Josh Shapiro’s $44.4 billion spending plan is facing scrutiny from lawmakers tasked with balancing the state’s checkbook. Senate Republicans, who control the chamber with

U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) has expressed his support for the newly created interagency task force aimed at combatting illegal child labor. In a letter

The 2023-24 budget proposal presented by Gov. Josh Shapiro today would increase state expenditures by 5.9%, outstripping the Commonwealth’s rate of growth. As with past budget proposals from

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In response to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s inaugural budget address, Republican Chairman of the House Education Committee Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Fulton) issued the following statement: “Gov. Josh