Pennsylvania Legislature

December 10, 2025

Harrisburg, PA – Today, the Senate overwhelmingly confirmed Governor Josh Shapiro’s nomination of Dr. Carrie Rowe as Pennsylvania’s new Secretary of Education in a bipartisan…

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Pa. protestors in Capitol call for gift ban to lawmakers | Politics

November 18, 2025

HARRISBURG − Over a dozen people were arrested inside the Pennsylvania Capitol Monday during an hours-long, non-violent protest calling…

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November 18, 2025

HARRISBURG − Over a dozen people were arrested inside the Pennsylvania Capitol Monday during an hours-long, non-violent protest calling…

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Proposed legislation would give clearer definition to what constitutes an e-bike

November 18, 2025

There is proposed new legislation in Harrisburg for e-bikes. The proposal defines for cities and towns exactly what…

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Philadelphia-area nonprofit leaders relieved but frustrated as months-long Pennsylvania budget impasse ends

November 13, 2025

After months of uncertainty, nonprofit leaders across Pennsylvania say they’re relieved the state budget is finally passed but frustrated…

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Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signs $50.1 billion budget, more than 130 days after deadline

November 12, 2025

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a $50.1 billion spending plan Wednesday afternoon, more than 130 days after the…

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November 12, 2025

Pennsylvania lawmakers are nearing the end of a lengthy budget impasse, with the state House passing a $50.1…

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Whitehall-Coplay School District weighs borrowing options as state budget stalemate continues | Allentown Area

November 11, 2025

WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. – Like many area school districts, Whitehall-Coplay School District has joined the conversation on how…

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Allentown City Council supports legalization of marijuana by the Pennsylvania legislature | Local Government

November 2, 2025

Allentown City Council supports legalization of marijuana by the Pennsylvania legislature ALLENTOWN, Pa. – The Allentown City Council voted…

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Pa. lawmakers propose using 'rainy day funds' to support food banks when SNAP benefits freeze

October 30, 2025

Pennsylvania lawmakers introduced legislation this week to support food banks and other resources as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program…

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Pennsylvania's budget impasse beginning to impact schools across the commonwealth

October 29, 2025

With each passing day of the Pennsylvania budget impasse, those who depend on funds from the state are…

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Pa., N.J., Va. & Md. electricity bills: Republicans talk solutions

October 29, 2025

This story is part of the WHYY News Climate Desk, bringing you news and solutions for our changing…

Senate confirms Governor Shapiro’s nominee Dr. Carrie Rowe as Pennsylvania secretary of education

Pa. protestors in Capitol call for gift ban to lawmakers | Politics

Pa. protestors in Capitol call for gift ban to lawmakers | Politics

Proposed legislation would give clearer definition to what constitutes an e-bike

Philadelphia-area nonprofit leaders relieved but frustrated as months-long Pennsylvania budget impasse ends

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signs $50.1 billion budget, more than 130 days after deadline

Pa. state budget | News conferences

Whitehall-Coplay School District weighs borrowing options as state budget stalemate continues | Allentown Area

Allentown City Council supports legalization of marijuana by the Pennsylvania legislature | Local Government

Pa. lawmakers propose using ‘rainy day funds’ to support food banks when SNAP benefits freeze

Pennsylvania’s budget impasse beginning to impact schools across the commonwealth

Pa., N.J., Va. & Md. electricity bills: Republicans talk solutions