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Warren bill to encourage reusable water bottles passes House

April 16, 2026April 16, 2026
Press Release

House Bill 1139 would require the installation of water bottle filling stations in newly constructed and substantially renovated government buildings.

Community

Fitzpatrick, Tonko lead bipartisan, bicameral legislation to strengthen mental health workforce & expand access to care

March 30, 2026March 30, 2026
Press Release

The legislation would increase Medicare reimbursement rates for clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists, and mental health counselors.

Community

Fitzpatrick calls for oversight and health protections following glyphosate executive order

February 25, 2026February 25, 2026
Press Release

While Fitzpatrick noted that national security preparedness is critical, he stressed that public health protections and oversight cannot be sidelined.

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Shapiro administration highlights first local aging agencies to develop new, regional teams designed to protect older adults from abuse

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026
Press Release

Since taking office in 2023, Governor Josh Shapiro has spent more than $20 million on community programs for the aging.

Op-Ed

Getting stuff wrong: Why Pennsylvania must reject Shapiro’s push for marijuana legalization

February 5, 2026February 5, 2026
Dan Bartkowiak

Anyone I know who has recently visited New York City says the same thing: The skunk smell of marijuana is everywhere.

Op-Ed

Diet’s role in avoiding entanglement with our sick-care system

January 10, 2026January 9, 2026
Marion Mass

We should crack the tough nut of our ingrained dietary habits.

News

Fitzpatrick votes for legislation passed for ACA subsidies – Bucks Round-Up – January 9, 2025

January 9, 2026January 9, 2026
Joe LeCompte

Fitzpatrick joined sixteen other GOP lawmakers and every House Democrat to advance the bill, which passed Thursday by a 230–196 vote.

Community

Fitzpatrick secures major ICU expansion at Lower Bucks Hospital, expanding critical care capacity for the region

January 7, 2026January 7, 2026
Press Release

The expansion more than doubles ICU capacity and significantly enhances the hospital’s ability to care for high-acuity patients close to home.

Community

Fitzpatrick brings NIH director to Bucks County to highlight biomedical innovation and public health leadership

January 6, 2026January 6, 2026
Press Release

Since coming to Congress, Fitzpatrick has consistently backed robust NIH funding.

News

Pennsylvania health care in 2025

December 29, 2025December 29, 2025
Christina Lengyel

The state has seen marked enthusiasm for AI innovation in health care while considering parameters for guardrails around the technology.

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CR South vs. Pennsbury 4.16.26

CR South vs. Pennsbury 4.16.26

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The Council Rock South Golden Hawks take on the Pennsbury Falcons in Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania. Follow WBCB Sports for full […]

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