February 6, 2026
Shapiro, legislature united on regulating AI chatbots for minors in Pennsylvania
The governor expressed his support for cracking down on chatbots in his budget address. [Read More]
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February 4, 2026
Pa. Senate passes bill prohibiting student cellphone use during school day
HARRISBURG, Pa. - The Pennsylvania Senate passed legislation to require public schools across the state to adopt policies prohibiting student cellphone use during the school day, according to Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24), who supported the measure. [Read More]
January 30, 2026
‘Outreach Days’ in Boyertown help residents apply for state property tax/rent rebate
BOYERTOWN, Pa. – Residents who need help applying for the state property tax/rent rebate program have a resource to guide them through the process. [Read More]
January 29, 2026
Pa. lawmakers must strike right balance
January marks the beginning of a new year. [Read More]
January 23, 2026
Berks County municipalities receive millions for water, sewer and pedestrian projects
State officials announced multiple rounds of grant funding this week that will bring several million dollars in state investment to infrastructure and transportation projects across Berks County, supporting upgrades to water, sewer, stormwater and pedestrian facilities. [Read More]
January 15, 2026
Senators host hearing on reading instruction
State lawmakers have a better grasp of how legislation passed in 2024 and 2025 are affecting reading instruction in the state. [Read More]
January 5, 2026
Pennycuick: 2026 Brings New Laws—and a Renewed Commitment to Pennsylvanians
The start of a new year is always a moment for reflection—and for action. [Read More]
December 23, 2025
Legislation introduced on psilocybin therapy for veterans
It has been difficult for lawmakers to draft policies that make a meaningful impact on mental health issues within the veteran community, including high rates of post-traumatic stress disorder and suicide. [Read More]
December 19, 2025
Gaming revenue brings $6 million in grants to region
The holiday season in Harrisburg also means it’s the time of year when state legislators return home bearing gifts, in the form of grants, that have been awarded to projects in their respective districts. [Read More]
December 19, 2025
Grants totaling $5.6 million awarded to 27 projects in Berks
Twenty-seven projects in Berks County will receive a combined $5.6 million in state funding through a program overseen by the Commonwealth Financing Authority. [Read More]