On April 5, investigative reporter Todd Shepherd testified to the Pennsylvania State Government Affairs Committee. The following is a transcript of his testimony.
By Todd Shepherd
Federal policy for oil and gas permits not a big factor for Pennsylvania
President Biden is urging Congress to add a “use it or lose it” policy to federal oil and gas leases to spur production, but the policy would have a small effect in Pennsylvania.
By Anthony Hennen
Battle for Hispanic voters comes to key Pennsylvania city
The battle for Hispanic voters in traditional Democratic strongholds is intensifying in Pennsylvania. Last month, the Republican National Committee opened a Hispanic community center in Allentown, the state’s third-largest city.
By Michael Torres
Rep. Kerry Benninghoff: Pennsylvania should take the lead in hitting Russia in its budget
But Pennsylvania can do more to impede Putin’s ability to wage war and continue his quest for increased dominance in Eastern Europe.
By Rep. Kerry Benninghoff
Gina Diorio: Josh Shapiro fights for headlines — not Pennsylvania’s kids
TikTok has proven a bigger concern to the AG’s office than gun violence.
By Gina Diorio
Howard Lurie: The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has once again overstepped its authority
The authority to choose congressional districts must be returned to the state Legislature.
By Howard Lurie
Abhi Samuel: Three opportunities to show courage — and reclaim American values
We’re losing faith in our American values. Yet important opportunities for courage in reclaiming them abound. Here are a few.
By Abhi Samuel
Paul Davis: DEA’s Operation Overdrive will combat drug-related crime and overdose deaths
The federal agency plans to do what Larry Krasner won’t.
By Paul Davis
Michael Geer: A real pro-lifer has a bone to pick with Sen. Bob Casey
What happened to Sen. Casey’s pro-life views?
By Michael Geer
Election security, rule of law dominate Pennsylvania hearing
A Pennsylvania Senate Appropriations Committee hearing focused on election security more than the allocation of Gov. Wolf’s proposed budget.
By Anthony Hennen