Voters in two state House Districts east of Pittsburgh will either confirm or reject the incumbents largely chosen for them by party leaders a year ago. And in one of those races, the outcome will be an early test of whether the region’s top progressive leaders have coattails.
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In the race for Attorney General, Democrat Eugene DePasquale stands out as one of just two Allegheny County candidates running statewide. Democrats hope to topple Republican incumbents in the races for Auditor General and Treasurer.
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The efforts include giving more money to public transit, mandating prevailing wages for clean energy projects, and updating efficiency standards for appliances.
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SNAP benefits, crop insurance, and conservation programs are funded through the Farm Bill, but the 2024 reauthorization is delayed in Congress.
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Shapiro’s budget proposal invests in agricultural development and aims to address shortcomings that lost Pennsylvania a deal with a major milk brand looking to build a facility.
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A proposed ordinance would mandate semi-regularly property reassessments.
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Pennsylvania House Dems propose new expulsion rules after remote voting by lawmaker facing a warrantThe move comes in the wake of intense criticism after Democratic Rep. Kevin Boyle voted remotely this week while being sought on charges he violated a restraining order.
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Records show Allegheny County has spent millions in settlement money on everything from overdose reversal drugs for first responders to housing for people in recovery.
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Plus: Chris Potter breaks down the primary races to watch next Tuesday.
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Bipartisan legislation is funding the program, which works to lessen the financial burden facing student teachers.
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The group touted efforts to improve Black maternal health outcomes at the Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg.