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Senator Hughes Congratulates Philadelphia Grocer for White House Recognition
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
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
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
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
$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. "At...
Los legisladores ofrecen protecciones a los contratos de los profesores de Filadelfia
HARRISBURG, Junio 20, 2011 – Democratic lawmakers today introduced legislation that would blunt the Philadelphia School Reform Commission’s (SRC) attempt to violate seniority provisions in the existing teacher labor contract and then potentially cancel other labor...
Senator Hughes Votes for Additional $50 Million to Aid College Students
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 and...
Proposal Would Modernize PA Wine and Spirit Store Operations
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
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...
Senator Hughes Introduces Legislation to Help Every Student in PA’s Failing Schools
PHILADELPHIA, Apr. 4, 2011 – State Sen. Vincent J. Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) today introduced a plan that would establish a pilot program to help the lowest performing schools in Pennsylvania. The plan includes smaller class sizes, longer days, summer school...
Senator Hughes Joins Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony of the Wells Fargo Community Conference and Training Center
PHILADELPHIA, Mar. 31, 2011 – Senator Hughes (D - Philadelphia/Montgomery) will join members of Wells Fargo, the Salvation Army and Philadelphia City Council for the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the Wells Fargo Community Conference and Training Center at the Salvation...
Senator Hughes Joins Local Officials for the Groundbreaking of Bakers Square
HARRISBURG, Mar. 25, 2011 – State Sen. Vincent J. Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) today joined the groundbreaking for Bakers Square in the Hunting Park West section of Philadelphia at the former headquarters of the famed Tasty Baking Company. "In the midst of a...
Senators Hughes and Ferlo Discuss PLCB Changes That Could Bring PA $100 Million Annually
HARRISBURG, Mar. 22, 2011 – State Sens. Vincent J. Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) and Jim Ferlo (D –Allegheny/Armstrong/Westmoreland) today commended the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB), during a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing, for its continued...
Hughes to Hold College Financial Aid Seminar
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 - 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 Introduces Sweeping Package of Bills in Response to Grand Jury Report
HARRISBURG, Feb. 7, 2011 – State Sen. Vincent J. Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) said today that he is introducing a comprehensive package of legislation in response to the Philadelphia investigative grand jury’s report concerning the now infamous physician who...
Senator Hughes Attends State of the Union Address
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 address. "I...
Senator Hughes Calls for Swift Action in Dr. Gosnell Matter
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
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 word,...
Sens. Costa and Hughes Outline Budget Challenges Ahead
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 be a...