Local Government News
Sweeping New Energy Framework Approved by Senate to Meet PA’s Power Needs
```The Senate in Pennsylvania has taken significant steps towards establishing a new energy framework to meet the state's power needs. The legislation, known as Senate Bill 832, aims to create the Independent Energy Office (IEO) and Pennsylvania’s Opportunity With Energy Reliability (POWER) Board. This initiative was spearheaded by Sen. Joe Pittman (R-41) who highlighted the necessity of this framework to revitalize Pennsylvania's energy sector."Pennsylvania continues to lose business and energy opportunities to states like Ohio and West Virginia," expressed Sen. Pittman,...
Struzzi Announces Grants for School Safety, Mental Health for Local Districts
Representative Jim Struzzi, serving the 62nd District in Pennsylvania, has announced that several school districts in the area have been awarded grants to enhance safety, security, and mental health support. The funding, totaling $155 million, was approved by the School Safety and Security Committee (SSSC) and includes allocations from various programs such as the Noncompetitive School Mental Health Grants program and the Competitive School Safety and Security Grants program. The grants were part of the FY 2023-24 state budget.In a statement, Rep. Struzzi expressed his...