From Common Cause (http://www.commoncause.org): A bill that started as a simple reform to the way we elect our Lieutenant Governor has been filled with completely irrelevant anti-democratic amendments establishing voter ID, banning abortion, and creating more sham election reviews – … Continued
From ReImagine Appalachia (https://reimagineappalachia.org/): Too many young Appalachians feel they have to leave home to find good work. It’s more important than ever to make sure we are creating opportunities for discouraged workers, and to give young people more opportunities … Continued
PA’s Wealthiest Billionaire Jeffrey Yass and Other Ultra-Rich Individuals Pump Millions Into 2022 Campaigns, Mostly to Republicans Who Will Cut Their Taxes and Supported Trump’s January 6th Insurrection Harrisburg, PA: The 99% Pennsylvania campaign released a new report today in … Continued
From PennEnvironment (http://www.pennenvironment.org): There’s no sugar-coating it: The Supreme Court’s recent decision is a huge blow to our environment and our ability to fight climate change at the federal level. Bold, immediate action from our leaders to slow the warming … Continued
From the Vera Institute of Justice (https://www.vera.org/): Police are the default first responders for mental and behavioral health issues – yet they’re not equipped to handle them. The very presence of an armed officer can magnify the emotional distress of … Continued
From CeaseFirePA (http://www.ceasefirepa.org): Harrisburg, PA—Today, the Pennsylvania General Assembly passed a budget that invests $105 million in violence prevention programs. More than doubling the size of last year’s program, this funding will allow community-led organizations and local governments to expand … Continued
From Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania (http://www.housingalliancepa.org/): Harrisburg—On Friday, July 8th, the Pennsylvania Legislature approved the 2022-23 state budget allocating $375 million in American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding for affordable housing construction, rehabilitation, and repairs. $125 Million for Whole Home Repairs … Continued
From PennFuture (http://www.pennfuture.org): This is a HUGE deal! We are overjoyed to let you know about $884.75 million included in the just-passed state budget that will have impacts on clean water, green spaces, parks, energy efficiency, and Pennsylvania’s communities for … Continued
From the Coalition on Human Needs (http://www.chn.org): Two million low-income Americans are still uninsured due to 12 states refusing to expand Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act―this is known as the Medicaid coverage gap. At the same time, without congressional … Continued
From Creation Justice Ministries (http://www.creationjustice.org/): We’re excited to announce the launch of our new and revamped Resource Hub! This redesign allows you to more easily find the resources you need to equip your congregation for action on climate and creation … Continued