Senator Hughes and likeminded colleagues in Pennsylvania’s highest offices are continuing to prioritize the needs of the people as we fight to get through the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic together. The latest example comes from Attorney General Josh Shapiro, who has...
Small businesses are the backbone of our local and state economies, so it is important our businessowners have access to all of the relevant resources during the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, And Economic Security (CARES) Act provides...
Our state and federal governments have made significant changes to unemployment benefits to help workers in need as a result of the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. The federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act adds $600 per week to regular...
Many Pennsylvanians are in need of major economic relief because of the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. Hardworking people have been laid off, furloughed and left without work because of a statewide stay-at-home order and widespread closings of non-essential businesses...
Hear from black women leaders making a difference Join Senator Hughes at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 11 for the latest installment of his series Don’t Let Democracy Die: Black Women on Policy, Power & Priorities. You can RSVP by following the link provided and we...
Dealing with the coronavirus COVID-19 has affected our hearts and minds in ways we could not have expected when this pandemic began. It is understandable to be confused, uncertain, anxious and a number of feelings during these times. There are plenty of resources...
The coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic has been difficult for people of faith who are accustomed to gathering with their congregations in fellowship and worship. Stay-at-home orders across the country are helping to save lives, but it is forcing adherents to avoid...
The coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep us in our homes and out of our normal routines, which is taking its toll on the mental health of millions of Americans who are forced to maintain physical distance from their friends, families and other loved...
Harrisburg, PA − April 8, 2020 − The Senate adjourned Tuesday afternoon after the House Republicans indicated they would not be taking up Senate Bill 841, legislation that would have enabled local municipalities to hold their meetings remotely, permitted e-notary use;...
Harrisburg, PA − April 6, 2020 − Leaders from the Democratic caucuses of the Pennsylvania House and Senate today presented legislative solutions for working families during the COVID outbreak and business closures. They addressed issues, including: Retaliation against...
