The new legislation, which has bipartisan support, will mandate solutions designed to reduce maternal mortality rates in the commonwealth.
Montgomery County Democratic State Representative Tim Briggs plans to introduce a new bill that would eliminate some of the commonwealth’s most punitive policies and institute state-wide uniformity that more humanely deals with those who run afoul of the law.
A debt default would be devastating for military veterans in Bucks County (and across the country) who depend on federal government programs.
PA’s first woman House Speaker spoke with the Bucks County Beacon about her time in the position, the chamber’s accomplishments thus far, and why school board races matter.
Rather than using TANF funds for families in crisis – the actual intent of the program – Pennsylvania has been siphoning off these federal dollars and is one of the nation’s most egregious offenders.
Already underpaid nurses, physical therapists and social workers who care for your loved ones can now get further squeezed by private agencies raking in your tax dollars.
Bucks County NAACP President Karen Downer doesn’t expect Fitzpatrick will become a sponsor because the legislation reminds Americans that enslaved people built the nation from the early 1600s.
Studies have shown that this shorter work week (with same pay) is a win-win because workers are both happier and more productive.
Almost 2 million Pennsylvanians receive SNAP benefits, 43,372 in Bucks County. Cutting this lifeline this month will lead to food insecurity and tough choices for people in need.
“We aim to create a more inclusive and equitable Bucks County by dismantling systemic barriers and ensuring everyone has access to opportunities to thrive,” says new Bucks NAACP President King.
Trump is turning people like former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio and Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes into martyrs and heroes.
The program has shielded more than half a million people from deportation who entered the United States as children. The ruling will likely be appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Lawmakers signal some room for agreement on expanded voter ID rules and revised mail ballot procedures.
Despite Chester’s success, the conclusions drawn by HUD lack merit.
