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Ortitay Announces Plan to Fund Early Literacy Law

Apr. 01, 2026 /

HARRISBURG — After years of work by Rep. Jason Ortitay (R-Washington/Allegheny), Pennsylvania passed a major law in 2025 to change how kids are taught to read. Now he plans to introduce legislation to fund it without raising taxes or putting more pressure on the state’s General Fund.

Brown Proposal Would Restore Shop Class in Pennsylvania Schools

Apr. 01, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) is planning to introduce legislation that would require students in grades six through 12 to participate in shop class, helping to expand hands-on learning and better prepare students for in-demand careers.

Policy Committee Examines Barriers, Solutions to Make Child Care More Affordable

Apr. 01, 2026 /

HANOVER, PA – The House Republican Policy Committee, led by Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), convened a public hearing Monday at the YWCA Hanover to examine the growing challenges facing Pennsylvania families and child care providers, as well as identify practical solutions to improve affordability, access, and workforce stability.

Klunk, Policy Committee Host Hearing on Child Care Affordability

Mar. 27, 2026 /

WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), Rep. Kate Klunk (R-York) and other lawmakers will host a hearing titled “Making Child Care Affordable for Pennsylvania Families” to examine how burdensome child care regulations are constraining providers, driving up costs for families, and standing in the way of workforce participation.

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