“We shouldn’t care what kind of schools kids succeed in – we should care whether or not they succeed,” one researcher said.
By Anthony Hennen
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
“Back to School PA” funder says union-backed school board members should recuse from contract approvals
Political contributions from teachers unions seen as conflicts of interest on upcoming contract negotiations.
By Todd Shepherd
New report argues it’s time for public-sector union reform in Pennsylvania
A new report argues that Pennsylvania can increase economic growth if the General Assembly reforms its government union.
By Anthony Hennen
Eligibility, timing in question for PPP loans; $1.2 million went to Pennsylvania unions
In 2020, labor organizations received $36.7 million in PPP funds, and $1.2 million ended up in the hands of Pennsylvania unions.
By Anthony Hennen
PA talks more funding to expedite gun background checks
Officials from the Pennsylvania State Police on Tuesday testified in front of the House Appropriations Committee on firearm background checks.
By Anthony Hennen
Philly’s own metrics create confusion over fate of indoor mask mandate
The city admits using two different sets of data, vexing curious citizens.
By Todd Shepherd
Bridge tolls, package fees considered to replace lost Pennsylvania gas tax revenue
A bridge tolling project that would add user fees to nine bridges across Pennsylvania raised the eyebrows of some Senators, but the state Department of Transportation remain in support of the policy.
By Anthony Hennen
State senator pitches Pennsylvania sales tax holiday
“[Democrats are] hoping it will sound good in November, but in terms of sound policy, it’s really not that good,” one policy analyst said about a proposed sales-tax holiday.
By Victor Skinner
Watchdog group calls BS on Philly’s budget numbers
A public finance watchdog group gave Philadelphia an “F” for its budget numbers and says the city’s attempting to hide a debt burden.
By Gregory Bresiger