Governor Shapiro implemented Zero-Based Budgeting when he was a county commissioner — why not endorse it now?
By Rep. Seth Grove
Shapiro’s PACER plan likely stuck in park, sources say
State House Republicans oppose the PACER plan, calling it a tax on consumers.
By Taylor Millard
Rep. Rob Mercuri: Returning surplus funds to taxpayers promotes growth and fiscal responsibility
Surplus funds tempt governments to spend more. A better solution: return excess taxes to the people.
By Rep. Rob Mercuri
No audit of Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency since time of USSR
A bill sponsored by Rep. Kristin Marcell would require the auditor general to conduct an annual audit of the agency.
By Anthony Hennen
Ben Mannes: Contradiction in federal job numbers further erodes trust in government
Contradicting reports raise questions about the government’s reporting on issues impacting the 2024 presidential election.
By A. Benjamin Mannes
Push for local tourism districts advances in Pennsylvania House
Advocates claim the bill would boost tourism; opponents worry about the cost to local taxpayers.
By Anthony Hennen
Despite an order from Open Records office, Delco won’t release DEI data
The County continues to stonewall journalists about their spending on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs.
By Taylor Millard
Legislators lambaste Game Commission over transparency, paper checks
Legislators encouraged the Commission to upgrade procedures and modernize its payment systems.
By Anthony Hennen
Olsommer sworn in as newest member of Pennsylvania House
The Republican’s swearing-in brings the state house back to its full complement of 203 members.
By Steve Ulrich
Senate session recordings publicly inaccessible
Pennsylvania is one of only a few states that doesn’t make its Senate recordings publicly accessible online.
By Anthony Hennen