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June 28, 2010
President Obama has announced his final two appointees for the Board of Directors of the Legal Services Corporation (LSC). They are Harry Korrell , a partner in a Seattle law firm, and the Rev. Joseph Pius Pietrzyk of Zanesville, Ohio. Earlier this year, six presidential nominees were confirmed by
June 25, 2010
Pennsylvania is constitutionally required to pass a balanced budget while also preserving certain programs and services mandated by state and federal law. Absent increased revenues, DPW and other human service agencies in the commonwealth will have to cut services that benefit millions in
June 24, 2010
Pro Bono Net , through a generous grant from the Legal Services Corporation, is offering a one-time funding opportunity to provide support and resources for organizations using LawHelp Interactive (LHI) to deliver online document assembly content. Pro Bono Net has earmarked $15,000 for this program
June 22, 2010
It’s not only the calendar that is marking the start of summer. The weather is, too. With high temperatures and humidity expected to continue through the week, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today reminds consumers to conserve energy and offers tips and information about how to
June 21, 2010
It may be summer break, but a busy day is planned for thousands of children as part of National Summer Learning Day today. It's an annual event meant to raise awareness of the importance of high-quality summer educational opportunities for all kids. From Public News Service Press Play (>) for Audio
June 21, 2010
Labor & Industry Secretary Sandi Vito has expressed dismay with the recent political posturing in Washington regarding House Resolution 4213 - the Tax Extenders Bill - and the calamitous effect the delay could have on more than 429,000 Pennsylvanians this year. However, Vito did praise U.S. Senator
June 18, 2010
From Public News Service Press Play (>) for Audio Report A bill to extend federal funding for some key programs failed to pass a procedural vote in the Senate this week, leaving many unemployed and low-income Pennsylvanians in limbo.Lawmakers will try again after revising HR 4213, which would
June 18, 2010
Medical Assistance (MA) funding has a significant economic impact on Pennsylvania’s economy. For each $1 dollar of public funds invested, an additional $1.77 in economic activity is generated. This indirect economic impact or “ripple” effect in the local economy is created through the wages funded

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