Looking to build on the continued success of the Northeast region in the Commonwealth, state Rep. Jeanne McNeill assumed the role of chair of the Northeast Democratic Delegation in the PA House of Representatives today, a role previously held by state Rep. Maureen Madden. Read more
“Today we were presented with a very bold final budget from the governor, one that leaves a lasting legacy for our health care system, students, and educators,” said Kosierowski. Read more
"This is by far the best budget proposal I have seen in my 16 years in the legislature, and I hope we can all come together and pass it.” Read more
Madden reminded her colleagues that, as elected state representatives with a budget surplus, they have a responsibility to ensuring children, teachers and school staff are safe in their learning and working environments. Read more
Of particular interest to Schlossberg is the governor’s proposal to increase basic education funding by $1.25 billion, special education funding by $200 million and Level Up funding by $300 million. Read more
Among the winners? Property taxpayers: More state funding for public schools means less pressure on districts to raise local property taxes or, perhaps, tax cuts. Read more
Allentown, Bethlehem Area and Parkland school districts would be the biggest Lehigh Valley beneficiaries of Gov. Tom Wolf’s budget proposal, with each seeing increases topping 40% in basic education funding. Read more
Berks would see $11.5 million of that increase, with local districts seeing their funding increase from between around 12% to about 35%. Read more
“I look forward to working with my colleagues in the coming months to see that the vocalized ideals of the 133rd Legislative District continue to be represented and considered during budgeting process." Read more
"The services my office offers will continue to serve the current 132nd Legislative District until after the 2022 election. The geography of those services will change heading into 2023. However, the people living in the 132nd Legislative District — whether it will be your district in the future or not — can expect to be served through my office until after the 2022 election.” Read more
Carroll said his "exceptional" staff locally and in Harrisburg left him "extremely proud of the quality-of-life and infrastructure improvements I secured funding (for) to complete throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania." Read more
“The services local day cares provide to the growing families in our area is absolutely vital as they ensure our children are receiving the care they need, while also allowing their parents to pursue their careers and earn a living,” Guzman said. Read more
“Our team is excited to help create new opportunities in Pennsylvania and make the area a global hub for 3D construction technology,” said Michael Woods, CEO/COO of Black Buffalo 3D. Read more
“We are always interested in hearing from business owners about the challenges businesses are facing in PA,” Schlossberg said. “We love being in State College and today, and I want to thank Kevin from Pennsylvania IRC for helping to make this roundtable what it was.” Read more
"Repurposing an old factory or mill for retail, office or arts space, or transforming them into dwellings, encourages economic development and improves the quality of life of a community," said Freeman. Read more
"The change would provide earlier disclosure and greater transparency on who is contributing to candidates for the General Assembly," Freeman said. "This is information voters should have access to earlier in a campaign than they currently do." Read more
State Rep. Jeanne McNeill was among those visiting the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 375 building in Allentown on Monday to announce the launch of the Worker Protection and Labor Law Non-Compliance List. Read more
Now more than ever, as COVID-19 continues to threaten our communities and overwhelm our health care system, we need your help. Read more
“As a member of the House Education Committee, I know how important it is that we do everything we can to ensure that our young people and teachers have a safe learning environment so they can concentrate on their studies,” said Madden, D-Monroe. Read more
Geisinger saw a high of 376 patients with COVID-19 hospitalized at its 10 hospital campuses on Jan. 17 and again on Jan. 19, according to data the health system provided. Read more
"This sort of investment here in Lehigh County aids in ensuring safer communities and helps foster positive change for the entire commonwealth.” Read more
Please use the form below to sign up for email updates. By completing this form you are acknowledging your request to receive periodic email updates.
By completing this form, you are verifying your request to opt in for email updates.
Thank you. Your email signup has been sent. You should start getting emails within 24 hours.