March

The Update: What’s Going on in Harrisburg and DC – March 31, 2023

MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR This week, senior research associate, Claire Kovach, testified before the Democratic Policy Committee on why...

Testimony for the PA House Democratic Policy Committee Hearing: Raise the Wage

Testimony For the Pennsylvania House Democratic Policy Committee Hearing:  Raise the Wage March 27, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM,...

RELEASE: The 99% PA and PBPC Celebrate 13th Anniversary of Affordable Care Act, Call for Universal Affordable Coverage to Finish the Job

    For Immediate Release March 24, 2023 Contact: Kirstin Snow, snow@pennbpc.org RELEASE: The 99% Pennsylvania Campaign and PA...

The Update: What’s Going On in Harrisburg and DC – March 24, 2023

MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR At a time when Pennsylvania’s leaders have to make a choice to invest in public...

Pa. Rep. Zabel’s resignation highlights need for systemic change in Harrisburg

We need reparative and restorative justice instead of just punitive justice Originally published in the Pennsylvania Capital-Star on March...

Alternative Approaches to Making a Down Payment on Education Equity

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Recorded Press Conference: Initial Response to Gov. Shapiro’s Proposed 2023-2024 Budget

How Can a Fair Share Tax Support Public Investment in Pennsylvania?

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The Update: What’s Important in Harrisburg and DC – March 17, 2023

MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR After the release of Governor Shapiro’s budget, we are looking at specific recommendations in the...

Shapiro Budget Proposes Intriguing Investments in a PA Learning and Career Infrastructure

Ten days ago, Governor Shapiro’s unveiled his proposed state budget for 2023-24. In one priority area for Keystone Research...

Bipartisan: the Word of the Year

PBPC director Marc Stier made these remarks to the Press Club of Pennsylvania on Monday, March 13, 2023. “Bipartisan”...

99% PA Statement on Pres. Biden’s Budget Proposal for 2023–2024

Today, President Joe Biden visited Pennsylvania to unveil a bold 2023-24 budget proposal that makes crucial investments in our...