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Senate Democrats Champion Affordability Action Plan to Bring Down Costs and Expand Economic Opportunities to PA Families
HARRISBURG, PA − April 21, 2026 − Today, members of the Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Caucus were joined by Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis to hold a press conference in the Main Capitol Rotunda to kick off their Affordability Action Plan, which highlights legislation and budget items meant to support working families weathering President Trump’s affordability crisis. Over the course of the
Senator Hughes Announces Over $23M for Philadelphia Community Violence Prevention
Philadelphia, PA − April 20, 2026 − Senator Vincent Hughes, announced over $23 million in state grants for grassroot, community anti-violence groups and after-school programs in Philadelphia. The grants were awarded by the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) School Safety and Security Committee from Violence Intervention & Prevention (VIP) and Building Opportunities Through Out-of-Schol Time (BOOST) funds. “I’m
Senator Hughes, Education Leaders Announce Opening of Student Teacher Support Program for ‘26-27 Academic Year
April 13, 2026 – Philadelphia, PA – Senator Vincent Hughes, Senate Democratic Appropriations Chair, along with education leaders, announced that applications for student teacher stipends will open on Thursday, April 16, at 4PM for ‘26-27 academic year placements. The PA Student Teacher Support Program is designed to ease financial strain, encourage placements in high-need schools, and reduce teacher shortages in
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LIHEAP Applications are Now Open
Eligible individuals and families can now apply for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance program (LIHEAP) to receive cash grants to help pay for heating bills.LIHEAP can help renters and homeowners keep their home warm and safe during the coldest seasons. To qualify for LIHEAP in Pennsylvania, you must meet income requirements, which are set based on your household size.
