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Local, Politics, Repro Rights, State Legislature

Pennsylvania House passes ‘shield law’ to protect providers, out-of-staters seeking abortions

CeasefirePA Executive Director Adam Garber speaks during a press conference calling on the state Senate to pass gun violence prevention legislation.

Health care, Local, Politics, State Legislature

‘A chance to save a life’: Advocates call on Republicans to pass gun safety legislation

State Sen. Amanda Cappelletti speaks against book bans during a press conference at the Pennsylvania State Capitol on Sept. 19.

LGBTQ+, Politics, State Legislature

State Sen. Cappelletti fights soaring number of book bans in Pennsylvania

Gov. Josh Shapiro joins lawmakers for a ceremonial signing of legislation meant to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality rates in Pennsylvania.

Governor, Health care, State Legislature

Gov. Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania lawmakers celebrate signing of maternal health law

A protester holds a placard during a protest held by Philly Children's Movement against Moms For Liberty in Center City Philadelphia.

LGBTQ+, State Legislature

Book ban frenzy reveals a far-right political agenda in Pennsylvania

Person holding a newborn's hand.

Health care, State Legislature

Paid family and medical leave could become a reality in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania state Rep. Lindsay Powell.

Elections, Politics, State Legislature

PA Rep. Lindsay Powell becomes the first woman of color to represent her district

Abortion rights protesters in Madison, Wisconsin

Elections, Health care, Local, Politics, Repro Rights, State Legislature

Abortion rights roundup: September 29, 2023