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Senator Hughes Applauds New Office Opening in Manayunk

Agosto 8, 2011

PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 8, 2011 – State Sen. Vincent J. Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) today visited the Water Works warehouse conversion office project, located at 3 Rector Street in the Manayunk section of Philadelphia. “I wanted to be on hand today to personally...

Senator Hughes Congratulates Philadelphia Grocer for White House Recognition

Julio 20, 2011

PHILADELPHIA, Julio 20, 2011 – Sen. Vincent Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) today congratulated ShopRite’s Jeffrey Brown, for his acknowledgment by First Lady Michelle Obama. Mr. Brown joined the First Lady today at the White House as she recognized him for his work in providing healthy and affordable food to local communities in Philadelphia and surrounding areas.

Senator Hughes Rejects Republican Spending Plan

Junio 28, 2011

HARRISBURG, Junio 28, 2011 – Senate Democratic Appropriations Chairman Vincent Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) today said he voted against the Republican budget contained in House Bill 1485 because it will hurt students, seniors, taxpayers and Pennsylvanias most vulnerable.

Senator Hughes Reminds People to Know Their HIV Status

Junio 27, 2011

HARRISBURG, Junio 27, 2011 – Senator Hughes today reminded individuals to know their HIV status, as Junio 27 marks National HIV Testing Day. “I will continue to remind individuals about the importance of knowing their HIV status as long as HIV/AIDS continues its...

Senator Hughes Introduces Amendment to Restore Lincoln University Funding

Junio 26, 2011

HARRISBURG, Junio 26, 2011 – Sen. Vincent Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) tonight pushed back against Governor Corbett’s budget agreement that decimates education by introducing an amendment to Senate Bill 1125 that would have restored funding to Lincoln University...

Daily Surplus Countdown-Day 6: $700 Million Year End Surplus in Sight

Junio 24, 2011

$40 Million Added Viernes HARRISBURG, Junio 24, 2011 – Sen. Vincent Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) today announced state tax receipts for Junio 23 added $40 million to the budget surplus, getting Pennsylvania closer to a $700 million surplus for the state budget....

Senator Hughes Votes for Additional $50 Million to Aid College Students

Junio 16, 2011

HARRISBURG, Junio 16, 2011 – State Sen. Vincent J. Hughes (D-Philadelphia/ Montgomery), who serves on the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency’s (PHEAA) Board of Directors, today voted to authorize an additional $50 million to help young people attend...

Proposal Would Modernize PA Wine and Spirit Store Operations

Abril 14, 2011

Harrisburg, Abril 14, 2011 – In response to yesterday’s Senate Law and Justice Committee hearing on the modernization of the Liquor Control Board operations and in conjunction with the Senate Democrats “Budget Savings Plan,” three Democratic senators are unveiling...

Senate Democrats Offer $1.1 Billion Budget Savings Plan

Abril 14, 2011

Restores Funding for Basic and Higher Education, Health Care, Human Services Philadelphia – Abril 14, 2011 –Senate Democrats today unveiled a budget plan that underscores their budget priorities and includes $1.14 billion in total savings, new revenues and...

Hughes to Hold College Financial Aid Seminar

Marzo 2, 2011

PHILADELPHIA, Mar. 2, 2011 – State Sen. Vincent Hughes announced today he would again be hosting “Show Me the Money – A Road Map to Financial Aid for College” on Sábado, Mar. 5 at the High School of the Future in the city. “Show Me the Money” assists high school...

Senate Democrats Roll Out Sweeping Jobs Initiative

Febrero 23, 2011

Febrero 23, 2011 – Today Senate Democrats unveiled “PA Works” – a 6-point plan which has potential to spur the creation of tens of thousands of jobs in Pennsylvania. PA Works will reduce state spending by $150 million while giving businesses incentive to make...

Senator Hughes Attends State of the Union Address

Enero 26, 2011

HARRISBURG, Jan. 26, 2011 – Senator Vincent Hughes (D – Philadelphia/ Montgomery) was in the audience last night when President Barack Obama delivered his State of the Union address. Hughes was invited by U.S. Rep. Chaka Fattah (D-PA) to join him for the...

Senator Hughes Calls for Swift Action in Dr. Gosnell Matter

Enero 24, 2011

HARRISBURG, Jan. 24, 2011 – State Sen. Vincent J. Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) today on the Senate floor, holding a copy of the 281 page grand jury report, addressed the indictment of Dr. Kermit Gosnell and the Women’s Medical Society. During his floor remarks,...

Sen. Hughes Warns of Looming Budget Deficit’s Local Impact

Diciembre 17, 2010

PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 17, 2010 — State Sen. Vincent J. Hughes today urged local community leaders to spread the word about the upcoming battle in the legislature as a looming deficit threatens funding for local programs. “If you are not out there spreading the...

Sens. Costa and Hughes Outline Budget Challenges Ahead

Diciembre 16, 2010

Harrisburg, Diciembre 16 — Immediately following the Governor’s mid-year budget report, Senate Democratic Leader Jay Costa and Appropriations Chairman Vincent Hughes reiterated their priorities as the legislature prepares for a new term and what promises to...

Hughes Interview to Air on Satellite Radio Sábado

Noviembre 24, 2010

HARRISBURG, Noviembre 24, 2010 – – State Sen. Vincent Hughes’ recent interview with “The New School”, a nationally broadcast satellite radio program, will air Sábado, Nov. 27 at 7 a.m., 1 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. In his interview, Hughes...

Hughes Elected Senate Democratic Appropriations Chair

Noviembre 17, 2010

HARRISBURG, Noviembre 17, 2010 – – State Sen. Vincent Hughes (D-Phila/Montgomery) has been elected to serve as the Democratic Chairman of the state Senate Appropriations Committee. “I am honored to be chosen by my colleagues to serve as Democratic Chairman...

Hughes Set to Present Personal Finance Conference

Noviembre 4, 2010

HARRISBURG, Noviembre 4, 2010 – State Sen. Vincent Hughes (D-Phila/Montgomery)will soon host a “Show Me All the Money – Personal Finance Conference” aimed at helping individuals learn to maintain, manage and maximize their financial well being during tough...