On Friday, a federal district court judge in Texas struck down a federal overtime rule implemented by the Biden administration that took effect July 1 and was scheduled to increase on January 1, 2025. The new rule required overtime to…
Attorney General Warns of Scammers Contacting About “Fraudulent” Activity
Attorney General Michelle Henry is alerting Pennsylvanians about a phishing scam involving contact with victims about claims of fraudulent activity on the victim’s banking account to try to access personal data and information. Often, the scammers will provide a telephone…
Residents May Apply for Home Heating Assistance
Applications are now being accepted for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, which helps Pennsylvania families pay their heating bills during the coldest months. Pennsylvanians may apply for cash assistance of $200 to $1,000 until April 4, 2025, based on…
Federal Disaster Aid Approved for Local Governments Impacted by Debby Disaster
Yesterday, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that federal disaster Public Assistance was approved for state, county, and municipal governments that had eligible damage in Cambria, Cameron, Clearfield, Elk, Indiana, Lycoming, Potter, Sullivan, Susquehanna, Tioga, Wayne, and Wyoming counties…
SEPTA Proposes Fare Increases, Route Cuts in Transportation Funding Discussions
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), which serves five counties in the Philadelphia area and is one of the largest transit systems in the country, is proposing a significant fare increase for its customers effective January 1, 2025. Service cuts…
New Pipeline Rules to Improve Safety, Communications Take Effect Today
Effective today, a new rulemaking by the Public Utility Commission strengthens state safety standards for pipelines transporting hazardous liquids in intrastate commerce. The new rules address several PSATS resolutions. Hazardous liquid public utilities will now have Pennsylvania-specific safety standards to…
Park and Recreation Grant Awards Announced
The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced $79 million in grants for 307 projects across Pennsylvania aimed at expanding recreational opportunities, conserving natural spaces, and revitalizing communities. The grants support a wide range of projects, including local park…
OOR RTK and Sunshine Act Annual Training Available Today at 10 a.m.
The Office of Open Records will conduct its annual Right-to-Know Law and Sunshine Act training this morning at 10 a.m. via Microsoft Teams. This year’s session includes the New Standard Right-to-Know Request Form, anonymous requesters, and other recent developments. The…
Federal Cybersecurity Funding Deadline Extended
FEMA and the Federal Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency recently approved the commonwealth’s 2023 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP). Townships may apply for SLCGP funds, which can be used toward the following cybersecurity initiatives: The deadline to apply has been…
America250PA Grants Available
America250PA will award $500,000 in grant funding in the first round of Semiquincentennial Grants. Townships are eligible to apply through December 15, 2024 and a second grant round will open in the spring. Grant funds can be used toward expenses for programming, projects…
