PA Senate e-newsletters
In This Update: Week in Review: Senate Hearings Expose Serious Flaws in Governor’s COVID-19 Response Guidance Available for Businesses in Yellow Phase Counties Reopening Today PUA Applicants Can File Now for Benefits Healthcare Facilities, First Responders and More Could Qualify for Free N95 Decontamination Farms, Farm Markets Eligible for Free SNAP Processing Equipment Funding Will […] [Read More]
In This Edition: A Week of Senate Hearings on Wolf Administration’s Response to COVID-19 Senate Committees Dig Deeper on Unemployment Compensation Problems Hearing Examines Concerns Surrounding Governor Wolf’s Delayed Reopening Plans Senate Panel Studies Liquor Control Board Issues During COVID-19 Challenges Facing Nursing Homes to be Explored at Senate Hearing A Week of Senate Hearings […] [Read More]
In This Update: PA Senate Response to COVID-19: A Round-up Stay-At-Home Order Lifted for 24 PA Counties Effective May 8 Senate Hearings Scheduled This Week to Examine COVID-19 Response Important Update for UC Applicants Who Have Not Received PINs Expiration Dates Extended for PennDOT Driver Licenses, ID Cards and Learner’s Permits Farmers Markets Prepared to […] [Read More]
Senate Approves Bill Requiring Reporting of COVID-19 Cases Senators Call for Auditor General to Examine DCED’s COVID-19 Response Limited Number of Outdoor Activities to Reopen on May 1 Senate Approves Emergency COVID-19 Measures for Child Care Employees Senate Passes New Safety Measures for Child Care Facilities DOH Sets Standards for Resumption of Elective Surgeries, Procedures […] [Read More]
In This Update: Deadline Extended to Apply for PHEAA State Grants Until May 15; Loan Forbearance Available Guidelines Available for Construction Industry Reopening Mental Health Resources Available for Pennsylvanians in Need Essential Court Functions Still Available for Older Pennsylvanians Curbside Delivery Expanded to More PLCB Stores Expiration Dates Extended for Many Temporary Professional Licenses and […] [Read More]
In This Update: Hearing Examines Impact of Governor’s COVID-19 Mitigation Plans Governor Outlines Plans to Reopen Pennsylvania Website Helps Pennsylvanians Support Local Restaurants Construction Reopening Date Moved to May 1 New Online Portal Supports Donations of Critical Medical Supplies DCED Announces Business Loan Deferrals Temporary License Process Created for Insurance Producers More Funding Distributed for […] [Read More]
In This Update: Senate Hearing to Hear from Employers, Administration Officials Senate Approves Telemedicine Bill Senate Passes Bill to Protect Law Enforcement, First Responders, and National Guard Members Facing COVID-19 Unemployment Assistance Available Now for Self-Employed, Contractors, Gig Workers New Law Authorizing Remote Notarization Clears the Way for Online Auto Sales to Resume Construction Activities […] [Read More]
In This Update: Department of Health Orders New COVID-19 Mitigation Measures, Including Mask Requirements CHIP Program Modified to Protect Children During COVID-19 Crisis Information on Federal Economic Impact Checks Available Application Deadline for Emergency Loans for Hospitals is Monday Child Abuse Hotline Remains Operational During COVID-19 PA 2-1-1 Offers Reliable Coronavirus Info Homeowners, Excavators Urged […] [Read More]
In This Update: Senate Approves a Better Process for COVID-19 Mitigation New Guidance and Training Available for Personal Care Home and Assisted Living Facilities COVID-19 Crisis Line Available for First Responders, Healthcare Workers New Web Portal Features Info on Employment Opportunities During COVID-19 Business Closures COVID-19 Resource Guide for Senior Citizens Now Online Accelerated Sales […] [Read More]
In This Edition: Information Available for Claimants Struggling With Unemployment Compensation System Expanded Unemployment Benefit Payments Begin This Week Benefits Available Soon for Contractors, Self-Employed Workers Utility Providers, Other Companies Provide Assistance Programs Information Available for Claimants Struggling With Unemployment Compensation System The spike in the number of applicants in the Unemployment Compensation system has […] [Read More]
