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[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

Happy #FlagDay from the Keystone State!

Did you know? Pennsylvania has a special connection to this day. We became the first state to recognize Flag Day as a legal holiday in 1937.

Today we honor the Stars and Stripes and the ideals of freedom, unity & democracy it represents.

[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

Legislation from @SenTartaglione strengthening Pennsylvania’s Prevailing Wage Act passed the PA Senate.

The bill ensures that off-site fabrication must still meet PA's prevailing wage standards.

Tap the link to learn more.
https://t.co/aempoQmsiR

[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

.@SenatorCosta filed a discharge petition this week for a PA House of Representatives bill raising the minimum wage to $15-an-hour.

The bill has languished in the PA Senate for months.

Senate Republicans have refused to bring this bill & many more up for a vote.

[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

Leading up to the FIFA World Cup, @SenatorPattyKim joined lawmakers, advocates and members of the local soccer community to celebrate Fútbol Day in Pennsylvania.

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Pennsylvanians cannot live on $7.25-an-hour.

This week, @SenatorHaywood brought together lawmakers and advocates to call on Senate Republicans to support our efforts to #RaiseTheWage.

Watch the event: https://t.co/LcXSJPC4E3

[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

.@SenMartyFlynn called for passage of legislation this week that would give the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association the authority to establish separate playoff classifications for boundary and non-boundary schools.

https://t.co/SIaJE62i1Y

[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

This week, @SenatorSaval hosted a rally on the steps on the PA Capitol to call for ICE Out of Pennsylvania with a suite of bills to protect the safety of Pennsylvania’s communities and uphold the rights of its people.

https://t.co/dHz3gydDZ0

[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

Speaking for @SenJudySchwank, @Senatorcosta talked about the issue of private equity firms targeting manufactured home communities and raising prices on homeowners this week.

Learn more: https://t.co/E3c1vnTatB

[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

Recently, @SenSharifStreet hosted his Black Men's Wellness Day in Philadelphia.

The event included a 5K walk, health screenings and more.

[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

At the PA Capitol, @SenatorCollett joined advocates this week to call for the passage of the Family Care Act.

Her legislation would create access to paid family leave for Pennsylvanians.

[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

Thanks so much to everyone that attended or watched #SenDemPolicy Committee on addressing rising costs for seniors.

Two expert panels testified during the hearing.

Watch the full hearing at https://t.co/rdDnbE91S9

[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

Members of today's #SenDemPolicy Committee hearing have begun asking questions to the testifiers.

Watch our hearing on addressing senior affordability ⬇️
https://t.co/rdDnbE91S9

[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

Meals on Wheels of Lancaster Executive Director Feleen Nancarvis said rising costs of goods and services have significant impact not only on seniors, but also associated family members, organizations and more.

Watch our #SenDemPolicy Committee hearing:
https://t.co/rdDnbE91S9

[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

"Pennsylvania's long term care facility capacity is eroding."

Austin W. Cawley, with LeadingAge PA, speaks about the struggle seniors face as nursing home care costs while facilities are also under-funded.

Watch our #SenDemPolicy Committee hearing:
https://t.co/rdDnbE91S9

[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

Our second panel of experts is now testifying before the #SenDemPolicy Committee hearing.

Panelists include:
🟢 Austin W. Cawley
🟢 Feleen Nancarvis

Watch now ⬇️
https://t.co/rdDnbE91S9

[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

Hailey Spangler, with ECHOS Lancaster, says fixed incomes have no kept rise with the increased costs for things such as housing, healthcare & more.

Many are one unexpected expense away from housing insecurity.

Watch our #SenDemPolicy Committee hearing:
https://t.co/rdDnbE91S9

[Senator Jay Costa @Senatorcosta]

Tune into an important discussion about the ways the affordability crisis is impacting older Pennsylvanians. I’m looking forward to hearing critical testimony about how we can deliver relief and support.

[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

Northampton County Executive the Hon. Tara Zrinski speaks about the affordability crisis many Pennsylvanians - especially seniors - are facing.

Watch our #SenDemPolicy Committee hearing on addressing rising costs for seniors: https://t.co/rdDnbE91S9

[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

Our first panel of experts are now testifying before the #SenDemPolicy Committee hearing.

Panelists include:
🟢 Hon. Tara Zrinski
🟢 Hailey Spangler

Watch now ⬇️
https://t.co/rdDnbE91S9

[PA Senate Democratic Caucus @PaSenateDems]

The #SenDemPolicy Committee hearing on addressing senior affordability in Elizabethtown has begun.

Hearing hosts include @SenJamesMalone and @SenNickMiller.

Watch live: https://t.co/NOOIEYn6Vw