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Pennsylvania Policy Center

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PPC creates the tools that legislators, leaders, grassroots orgs, and the people of PA need to expand democracy, secure freedom, & seek economic justice.

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Join us on 11/12 for an election debrief, where we’ll go beyond vote totals, taking a look at how election day played out in PA and what the results could mean for the state's political landscape & our policy priorities. Register to get your link to join: bit.ly/PolicyAction111226
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Medicaid is a life-changing program that plays an integral role in providing millions of Pennsylvanians with not just access to health care, but also more stability in their lives. It helps families like Barbara’s stay healthy and take care of each other. (1/2)
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The “Big Beautiful Bill” made the largest cuts to Medicaid in the program’s history, in order to pay for tax giveaways to billionaires and big corporations. Families all across PA will be paying the price.
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Roughly 26,000 Allegheny County residents are at risk of losing Medicaid coverage due to federal policy changes & cuts. A large percentage could be disenrolled simply because of added red tape — rather than because they don’t meet new qualifying criteria: triblive.com/news/health-now…
As Medicaid requirements tighten, Allegheny County plans outreach to prevent loss of coverage

As Medicaid requirements tighten, Allegheny County plans outreach to prevent loss of coverage

Thousands of Medicaid recipients in Allegheny County will face new hurdles to keep their health insurance next year as stricter reporting requirements are imposed by the federal government. County...

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With control of both chambers and the governor’s mansion, Shapiro and legislative leaders have promised to raise the minimum wage, codify reproductive rights into state law, and fund mass transit: spotlightpa.org/news/2026/11…
Democrats flip PA Senate, giving Shapiro a powerful trifecta

Democrats flip PA Senate, giving Shapiro a powerful trifecta

Unofficial election results show Pennsylvania Democrats are on track to win both chambers of the PA legislature.

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PA has a chance to move beyond legislative gridlock and make meaningful progress. Livable wages, funded public schools, child care, reliable public transit, accessible health care, food security, & a fair tax system – it's time to deliver results! pennpolicy.org/research_publ…
Historic Shift in Harrisburg Ends Decades of Divided Government, Opens Door to Pennsylvania...

Historic Shift in Harrisburg Ends Decades of Divided Government, Opens Door to Pennsylvania...

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 4, 2026MEDIA CONTACT:Kirstin Snow, Communications [email protected] Historic Shift in Harrisburg Ends Decades of Divided Government, Opens Door to P…

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“Tonight, residents across NEPA made clear that they’re tired of their elected officials taking advantage of them.” Shout out to @acttogethernepa ❤️ timesleader.com/news/1764430…
Luzerne County insider stock trading referendum passes; Lackawanna County approves similar measure

Luzerne County insider stock trading referendum passes; Lackawanna County approves similar measure

Luzerne County voters overwhelmingly approved a referendum involving insider stock trading in Tuesday’s general election, according to unofficial results.

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The midterm results proved that voters are unhappy with the tax and economic policies of the Trump administration, our Executive Director @amyhanauer explains.
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Join us on Thursday, 11/12 at 1pm for a debrief of yesterday’s election, going beyond just the final results and vote totals. Register to get your link to join: bit.ly/PolicyAction111226
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Voting in person at the end of the day? As long as you are in line by 8pm, you have the right to stay in line and vote!
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Mail ballots must be received by your county’s board of elections office or designated drop box location by 8pm TODAY! Questions about returning your mail-in ballot? Check out vote.pa/return or call/text 866-687-8683
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Today is Election Day! 🗳️ Voting in person? Get to your polling place between 7am - 8pm. ✉️ Mail ballots must be returned to your county by 8pm TODAY. ⚠️ Have any issues? Call the Voter Protection Hotline: 1-866-OUR-VOTE 🔗 Find more info at vote.pa/
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Polling places will be open on Tuesday, November 3 from 7AM to 8PM! Make sure you know where to go - find your polling place at vote.pa/polls
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Tomorrow, Tuesday November 3rd, is Election Day! Still have your mail in ballot? It’s too late to mail it - It must be received by 8pm on Election Day. Find a drop off location at vote.pa/return Make your plan to vote in person at vote.pa/plan
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You heard the Speaker, make sure your voice is heard this Election Day! Polling places will be open on Tuesday, November 3 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Make your plan to vote at vote.pa/plan
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Mail ballots must be received by your county’s board of elections office or designated drop box location by 8pm on Election Day, Tuesday 11/3! Still have your mail-in ballot? Make sure your vote gets in on time by finding your nearest drop off location at vote.pa/return
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You know what’s really scary? Knowing that getting sick can mean drowning in medical bills. Finding out a necessary medication is no longer covered. Having to make the difficult decision between paying for health care, putting food on the table, and keeping the lights on.
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You might've heard the phrase "SNAP cost shift" in the news, but what does it mean? Historically, the federal government has been responsible for covering the full cost of SNAP food benefits (aka food stamps). (a mini🧵)
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The Senate Agriculture Committee passed a Farm Bill proposal with only a one-year delay and higher future costs for states. But temporary relief should not come at the expense of SNAP’s future! Take action: bit.ly/delay-snap-shift
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Tell Congress to reject the Senate Ag. Committee’s Farm Bill proposal and support a two-year delay that protects SNAP w/o addtl cuts or higher future costs for states. bit.ly/delay-snap-shift
Delay the SNAP Cost Shift Without Making Any More Cuts, and Reject the Harmful Farm Bill Proposal!

Delay the SNAP Cost Shift Without Making Any More Cuts, and Reject the Harmful Farm Bill Proposal!

H.R. 1 shifts SNAP food benefit costs onto states, and PA could face $525 million in new annual costs—$410 million in benefits and $115 million in administrative expenses. These costs could put...

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