In 2025, the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA) has approved $21,103,909 in low interest loans that have resulted in $45,742,877 in private investment, the creation of 123 full-time jobs, and retention of 125 existing jobs.
PA House prohibits the use of toxic PFAS in firefighting foam
Brian Munroe’s bill would prohibit the manufacture, sale, distribution, and use of firefighting foam that contains toxic PFAS chemicals, per- and polyfluoroalkyl manmade substances that have been linked to a wide range of serious health issues, including cancer.
21 Club Barber Shop celebrates grand opening in Hamilton
Opening 21 Club is more than a business venture for the Dastinots; it’s the realization of a dream rooted in community, culture, and connection.
Fitzpatrick’s advocacy & efforts result in five-year, $5.8M investment to protect head start services for 362 Bucks families
The $5,849,283 federal expenditure will enable the Bucks IU to continue delivering comprehensive early learning and family support to 362 children and families.
Senate passes bipartisan bills to modernize language in state insurance laws
Warren and Pickett, who serve as the majority and minority chairs, respectively, of the House Insurance Committee, championed these bills to align Pennsylvania law with modern terminology they say reflects dignity and respect for individuals with disabilities.
Fitzpatrick leads bipartisan, bicameral bill to strengthen protections against domestic violence and close dangerous “boyfriend loophole”
Under current law, individuals convicted of domestic violence against a spouse are prohibited from possessing firearms, but the same restriction does not consistently apply to abusive dating partners or convicted stalkers — a dangerous disparity known as the “boyfriend loophole.”
Shapiro administration to spend $700,000 in Bucks to strengthen food supply chain and grow the agricultural industry
The funding comes through Pennsylvania’s Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) program — a cooperative agreement with U.S. Department of Agriculture