Maryann Pugh

1 week ago | mychesco.com | Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — State Representatives Chris Rabb (D-Phila.) and Heather Boyd have reintroduced legislation that would align Pennsylvania with the National Popular Vote movement, a push to ensure the presidency is awarded to the candidate receiving the most votes nationwide. The bill, H.B. 270, seeks to eliminate discrepancies where a candidate can win the Electoral College while losing the popular vote, an outcome that has occurred five times in U.S. history, including twice in recent elections.

1 week ago | mychesco.com | Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — Legislation introduced by State Rep. Chris Pielli (D-Chester) to broaden tuition reimbursement for National Guard enlistment has moved forward, earning approval from the House Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness Committee. The bill, H.B. 1102, aims to extend the current tuition reimbursement program to include U.S. Army JAG officers and chaplains, while refining eligibility for medical and health officers.

1 week ago | mychesco.com | Maryann Pugh

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Adam Schiff (D-CA) have introduced the Organic Science and Research Investment Act, a legislative proposal aimed at bolstering research and development within the organic farming sector. The bill seeks to strengthen support for organic producers by prioritizing organics research at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and increasing funding for research institutions.

1 week ago | mychesco.com | Maryann Pugh

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) issued a stark warning Thursday regarding SEPTA’s proposed service reductions and fare increases if the state legislature fails to approve permanent transit funding. The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transit Authority (SEPTA) announced drastic measures to address its budget shortfall, including potential service cuts of up to 45% by January 2026.

2 weeks ago | mychesco.com | Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — Legislation aimed at granting concurrent federal and state jurisdiction for juvenile cases on military installations in Pennsylvania has passed the state House of Representatives with unanimous support. State Rep. Chris Pielli, D-Chester, introduced the measure, H.B. 491, which now heads to the state Senate for consideration. The bill is designed to address the lack of juvenile-focused resources within the federal justice system for military-connected children.