Two state senators are working to legalize the adult use of marijuana in Pennsylvania, but state leaders’ responses to their efforts are mixed.
By Blake Barstar
Bill Scher: Why the bipartisan infrastructure bill could pass this month
There are a few factors that could weaken progressive resistance to the infrastructure bill, even as the left flank clashes over it and the Build Back Better legislation.
By Bill Scher
Pending bill opens litigation window for child sex abuse survivors in Pennsylvania
A bill pending in the Pennsylvania General Assembly opens a two-year litigation window for survivors of child sex abuse to sue their perpetrators after a botched constitutional amendment set back the issue until 2023.
By Christen Smith
Bi-partisan bill upping penalties for spitting on cops splits S.E. Dems
Because the bill would make it a misdemeanor to “knowingly” and “intentionally” cause an officer to come into contact with a communicable disease, some Democrats believe it is discriminatory to certain groups.
By Todd Shepherd
Philly Dem joins Erie Republican to propose marijuana legalization
A bipartisan duo of senators introduced a measure Wednesday to legalize adult use cannabis in Pennsylvania.
By Christen Smith
Todd Shepherd: Fitzpatrick’s bipartisan record set to boost his influence next Congress
Will Pennsylvania’s GOP Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick lead the charge of bipartisanship in Congress?
By Todd Shepherd