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Pennsylvania Democrats declare victory after tight special election in Trump+18 state House district

Democrat Brandon Dukes has declared victory after a special election in Butler County’s 12th state House district.

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Rep. Ryan Mackenzie avoids constituent’s question on Iran military spending, then votes for more spending

Mackenzie declined to answer a constituent question regarding federal spending on foreign military conflicts during a telephone town hall, hours before voting against a House resolution to remove U.S. forces from Iran.

A large crowd of protestors fills the steps inside a building, holding numerous signs opposing data centers and AI development, with prominent messages including "DAY OF ACTION MORATORIUM ON DATA CENTERS" and "PEOPLE OVER PROFITS." The diverse group of activists wears various casual clothing, such as T-shirts, tank tops and button-downs.
PA legislature wrestles with how to handle data center developments 

State legislators in Harrisburg have largely resisted any comprehensive regulation, on data centers, instead focusing on piecemeal, largely bipartisan efforts. 

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Pa. House passes $1.7B tax cut on electricity, reins in utility company profits

Pennsylvanians hit by soaring energy costs could soon see major relief on their utility bills. The Pennsylvania House passed a bipartisan measure to eliminate nearly $1.7 billion in electricity taxes and put a hard cap on utility company profits. House Republicans are calling it the largest tax cut in state history.

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Proposal to establish paid family, medical leave for Pa. workers passes state Senate panel

Legislation to establish a statewide paid family and medical leave program advanced in the state Senate after passing the chamber’s Labor & Industry Committee with bipartisan support. 

Two campaign signs for "Justin Douglas" and "Janelle Stelson" for Congress stand in the foreground of a city street corner. In the background, a yellow school bus and a white SUV drive through an intersection past brick buildings.
A moderate Democrat with a war chest faces a progressive grassroots campaign in Pa.’s 10th District

In Pennsylvania’s 10th Congressional District, a Democratic primary race between Janelle Stelson and Justin Douglas is highlighting two factions of the party, as the candidates vie for a chance to flip incumbent Rep. Scott Perry's (R) seat.

Pennsylvania governor candidate Stacy Garrity says GOP was correct to let health care tax credits expire

Stacy Garrity, the Republican frontrunner in Pennsylvania’s 2026 gubernatorial race, says congressional Republicans were “absolutely correct” to let the premium tax credits for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) expire.

Pennsylvania House panel advances package of bills to codify LGBTQ protections
Gov. Shapiro promises to fight proposed ICE detention centers in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania special election set after Republican Seth Grove resigns amid lobbying controversy

A special election in Pennsylvania has been scheduled on May 19 to fill the seat formerly held by state Rep. Seth Grove (R-York), who resigned last week while in the middle of ethics concerns.