Legislation & Policy

What is House Bill 18?

House Bill 18 is sponsored by Representative Ryan Mackenzie (R-134) and institutes a drug “formulary” for injured workers in the workers’ compensation system. This means that injured workers would only have access to a limited set of prescription medications and treatments when receiving workers’ compensation. Read More

Rally For a Fair #PABudget

On Monday, President Rick Bloomingdale and Secretary-Treasurer Frank Snyder joined union and community leaders, along with hundreds of protestors at the Capitol Rotunda to demand a fair budget that works for Pennsylvanians. Organized by the Pennsylvania’s Choice campaign, a diverse coalition of PA community organizations, the Day of Action say over 500 Pennsylvanians take to the Capitol hallways and speak with their legislators about the need for a budget that puts people first. Read More

5 Things You Should Know: U.S. House of Representatives Vote to Repeal Healthcare

Yesterday, all House Democrats and 20 House Republicans voted against the American Health Care Act, also known as the repeal of the Affordable Care Act. Here are some things you should know: 20 Republican Representatives joined the House Democrats in opposition to the bill. Read More