Film Production Tax Credit with Sen. Camera Bartolotta

Film and TV show makers can take advantage of a tax credit program when they choose to locate their productions in Pennsylvania.  Senator Camera Bartolotta says limited annual funding for the program is quickly exhausted, however, which has resulted in crews having to explore options in other  states.   Sen. Bartolotta’s bill raises the funding for […]

Fireworks Law with Rep. Frank Farry

Setting off fireworks often means inconvenience for someone.   Sometimes it’s a farmer whose livestock are spooked by the noise,  sometimes it’s a person who’s just trying to get to sleep.  Rep. Frank Farry ‘s bill requires notification of certain parties in the event a fireworks show is planned.  May 18, 8pm.

Right-to-Know Law with Rep. Lou Schmitt

Rep. Lou Schmitt, Republican from Blair county, believes Pennsylvania’s Right-to-Know law of 2009 is due for changes.  He says updates are needed to ensure the public obtains information, while government agencies get the protection they need for their vital information.  May 9, 8pm.

School Tuition Vouchers with PA State Education Assoc.

The PA House approved a bill that offers school tuition vouchers to students in the bottom 15% of Pennsylvania’s worst-performing schools.  Rich Askey, President of the PA State Education Association, says the proposal takes money away from the schools that need it the most, and lacks accountability.   May 11, 8pm.

PA Fishing & Boating with PA Fish & Boat Commission

With the arrival of warm weather, fishermen head out to Pennsylvania’s lakes and streams in search of  trout.  With the help of volunteers, the PA Fish and Boat Commission stocks our waterways, and makes sure anglers have access to their favorite spots.  Executive Director Tim Schaeffer also gives tips on on how to stay safe […]

Election ’22: Susan Wild, Democrat for Congress, District 7

Susan Wild has held this office in Pennsylvania’s District 7 since 2019.  Before that, she was Allentown’s city solicitor.  She says spending her childhood on Air Force bases around the world has shaped her commitment  to families.  April 25, 9:30 PM.

Election ’22: Josh Shapiro, Democrat for Governor

Josh Shapiro is the lone Democrat running for governor on the ballot in May’s primary election.  As state attorney general, he takes credit for restoring integrity to that office, and for exposing a cover-up of child sexual abuse in the Catholic church.  He was also a lawmaker in the state House of Representatives.  April 26, […]

Nursing Home Accountability with Sen. Maria Collett

Senator Maria Collett, Minority Chair of the Aging and Youth Committee, has announced a package of bills that she says will give greater transparency, accountability, and support for staff in nursing homes.  One bill calls for sending 75% of nursing home funding to direct bedside care.  April 27, 8pm.

School Funding Ballot Question, March 30, 8pm

Instead of sending state education funds to the school districts, Rep. Milou Mackenzie wants  to send the money directly to the schools the students are attending.  Critics say this means less accountability at private and religious schools because they have different standards than traditional public schools.   Rep. Mackenzie wants to achieve her goal by amending […]

U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle, Democrat-PA, March 7, 8pm

Congressman Boyle explains the constantly developing Russian invasion of Ukraine, options for refugees, and how the U.S is dealing with requests for aid.   Rep. Boyle says the war has personal meaning for him since he has a significant population of Ukranian-Americans in his legislative district.  March 7, 8pm.