8 things to know about the new tax code bill passed by the PA House

The legislation would speed up the state’s corporate tax reduction and expand existing programs, among other things.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• October 4, 2023

PA House committee advances bills to change 2024 primary date

Both bills await further action by the chamber.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• October 4, 2023

A Q&A with state Sen. Devlin Robinson

The chair of the state Senate Labor & Industry Committee discusses workforce development efforts.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• September 25, 2023

PA Senate advances plan to move 2024 presidential primary

A bill approved by the chamber would move the primary to March 19.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• September 20, 2023

5 former PA governors back repeal of closed primaries

All of the state’s living former governors say unaffiliated voters should be able to vote in party primaries.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• September 18, 2023

Lawmakers hear from parents, school leaders on school choice policies

The hearing comes as another legislative body plans to hold a statewide tour on education funding.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• September 11, 2023

PA lawmakers begin discussions on data privacy legislation

House Bill 1201 would establish consumer rights related to the use of their digital data.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• September 6, 2023

Public investment alone won’t be enough to safeguard our water infrastructure

• By Laura Manion
• September 5, 2023

Understanding Pennsylvania’s ongoing debate over skill games

Lawmakers are weighing the benefits and drawbacks of regulating so-called games of skill.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• August 30, 2023

Business leaders, lawmakers hope for bipartisan action on permitting reform

One lawmaker said the state has a “rare and unique opportunity” to act now.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• August 22, 2023

Senate lawmakers will return this month to continue work on state budget

A GOP spokesperson said the chamber will return on Aug. 30.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• August 21, 2023

Fund with numbers: Basic Education Funding Commission to go on tour

Lawmakers will meet in Allentown on Sept. 12 to kick off the statewide tour.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• August 10, 2023

What to know about PA’s 21st House District race

Democrat Lindsay Powell and Republican Erin Connolly Autenreith will face off in September for the vacant seat.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• August 1, 2023

Understanding public-private partnerships in Pennsylvania

How P3s are used to improve transportation infrastructure in the commonwealth.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 31, 2023

The Jan. 6 criminal case tracker

An in-depth chronicling of the ever-growing number of Pennsylvanians charged and convicted of crimes committed during the 2021 insurrection.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 24, 2023

PASSHE leaders vote to freeze tuition for fifth straight year

Tuition will remain at $7,716 for in-state students.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 20, 2023

Innamorato resigns, bringing state House back to 101-101 tie

Innamorato resigned as she continues to campaign for Allegheny County executive.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 19, 2023

Lawmakers renew calls for rail safety reforms after state’s latest train derailment

The accident has intensified the attention of state and federal officials.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 17, 2023

The CSPA Q&A: State Rep. Arvind Venkat

The freshman lawmaker – and emergency room physician – spoke with City & State ahead of the Greater Pittsburgh Healthcare Summit

• By Harrison Cann
• July 17, 2023

Opinion: The probation system failed my son – it’s not too late to save others

Pam Sedia writes that Senate Bill 838 will save lives and save families.

• By Pam Sedia
• July 13, 2023