Posted at https://www.cbpp.org/press/statements/greenstein-trump-budget-offers-stark-vision Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Statement: February 12, 2018 – For Immediate Release BY ROBERT GREENSTEIN A President’s budget reflects his vision for America. From that perspective, President Trump’s vision is stark, with the most affluent individuals and … Continued
From Families USA (http://www.familiesusa.org): Today members of Congress are heading home for President’s Day Recess, extending through next Sunday, February 25. President’s Day Recess is the first week-long recess of the year, making it a great time to check in … Continued
Many gun violence survivors will tell you that being able to hear and identify the loud, distinctive noise a gun makes can mean the difference between life and death. But Congress is pushing a bill that would enable people with … Continued
Posted: 09 Feb 2018 12:03 PM PST at http://paenvironmentdaily.blogspot.com/2018/02/help-wanted-pa-environmental-council.html The PA Environmental Council is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Energy and Climate Program Manager in PEC’s Pittsburgh Office. This is a full time position that helps guide … Continued
Marc Levy Of The Associated Press New proposals to redraw Pennsylvania’s congressional districts rolled in Thursday in a high-stakes gerrymandering case, meeting a court-ordered deadline to submit maps of boundaries for the state Supreme Court to consider adopting for this … Continued
From the Sentencing Project (http://www.sentencingproject.org): Because of your support and outreach to lawmakers, the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee yesterday (2/15) advanced legislation to reduce some federal mandatory minimum sentences for drug offenses and to reform federal prisons on a bipartisan … Continued
From the Interfaith Immigration Coalition (http://www.interfaithimmigration.org): Yet again, the Senate yesterday (2/15) missed a critical opportunity to pass a permanent legislative solution for dreamers. However, we must continue to urge all Members of Congress to enact a proposal that offers … Continued
From River Network (https://www.rivernetwork.org/): Hosting public rain barrel workshops is a cost-effective way to engage your community in water education and conservation. River Network’s Project Rain Barrel makes workshop planning simple by connecting conservation organizations across the US and Canada … Continued
By Megan Frank Published: February 6, 2018, 10:21 pm Updated: February 7, 2018, 10:34 am HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A new report says Pennsylvania has some of the highest foreclosure rates in the nation. Last year, nearly 31,000 properties across the commonwealth were foreclosed, … Continued
From Clean Water for All (http://protectcleanwater.org/): In response to the infrastructure package several Clean Water for All Campaign members recorded short videos about the scam. Thanks to Hip hop Caucus, Green Latinos, Children’s Environmental Health Network, and PolicyLink for participating. Please … Continued