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Senator Hughes Applauds Third Round of Adequacy and Equity Funding in FY26-27 Budget
July 12, 2026 - Today, Governor Shapiro signed the FY26-27 state budget into law after it passed the state Senate and House with a bipartisan vote in both chambers. The new state budget includes critical investments that will support education, lift up Pennsylvania’s economy and workforce, and address the cost-of-living crisis that residents across the Commonwealth are grappling with on
Senate Democratic Leaders Celebrates Signing of 2026-27 Pennsylvania Budget into Law
The $50.85 billion 2026-27 Pennsylvania Budget Builds on Four Years of Targeted Investments in Affordability, Safety, and Education HARRISBURG, PA − July 12, 2026 − On Sunday, July 12, Senate Democrats joined House Democrats in the Governor’s Reception Room to participate in the signing of the 2026-27 Pennsylvania Budget, a $50.85 billion spending plan that passed the House and Senate
Senate Democrats Highlight Housing Legislation to Deliver Safe, Affordable Housing to Every Pennsylvanian
HARRISBURG, PA − June 24, 2026 − Members of the Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Caucusgathered in the Main Capitol Rotunda today to champion bills, initiatives, and investments that will bring down the cost of housing for Pennsylvanians and empower renters. “As the cost of housing and utilities continue to climb and burden Pennsylvania’s working families, Senate Democrats are keenly focused on
Storm Update and Resources
We Are Monitoring Conditions Across the DistrictSevere storms have impacted communities in our district and throughout Philadelphia. We are actively monitoring conditions and have been in regular contact with city officials and utility partners. Mayor Parker has declared a local disaster emergency to support the City’s recovery efforts. The Office of Emergency Management, Water Department, Parks & Recreation, Sanitation, Streets,
