State unemployment, employed residents, broader underutilization, and employment growth.
Annual unemployment rate3.8%2024 · #22 of 50 · highest first
Civilian employed residents6,321,2632024 · #5 of 50 · highest first
U-1 · unemployed 15 weeks or longer1.6%2025 · 11-month average · #16 of 50 · highest first
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Pennsylvania · 2024: 3.8% · Rank #22 of 50, highest first · U.S. benchmark: 4%
Unemployed residents as a percentage of the civilian labor force, using BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics annual averages. LAUS estimates are revised each year through the program's annual processing cycle. Employment is residence-based civilian employment, not a count of jobs located in the state. Annual averages smooth within-year changes. Annual observations use December 31; monthly observations use the first of the month. Lines connect consecutive readings and do not supply values between them. Missing observations break the lines.
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Pennsylvania · state comparison
Employment and unemployment over time
LAUS annual averages measure state residents. Compare unemployment rates or the number of employed residents.
Pennsylvania · 20243.8%
Pennsylvania rank#22among all 50 states
U.S. benchmark4%Same measure and period when published
#1 is the highest value. Ties share a rank and leave gaps. D.C. and territories are excluded. Rank describes the measured value; it is not an overall score of the state.
Annual unemployment rate
Unemployed residents as a percentage of the civilian labor force, using BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics annual averages.
LAUS estimates are revised each year through the program's annual processing cycle. Employment is residence-based civilian employment, not a count of jobs located in the state. Annual averages smooth within-year changes.
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2024 · Pennsylvania: 3.8% · Rank #22 of 50, highest first · U.S. benchmark: 4% · Selected for state comparisonView history and select a period
Pennsylvania Annual unemployment rate history
Period
Pennsylvania
Compare
2015
5.4%
2016
5.3%
2017
5%
2018
4.4%
2019
4.3%
2020
8.8%
2021
5.9%
2022
4.2%
2023
3.7%
2024
3.8%
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Pennsylvania · 3.8%2024 · Rank #22 of 50, highest firstSelected state
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Annual unemployment rate · 2024 · highest value ranked #1
Rank
State
Value
Comparison notes
#1
Nevada
5.4%
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#2
California
5.3%
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#3
Illinois
5%
—
#4
Kentucky
4.8%
—
#5
Michigan
4.7%
—
#6
New Jersey
4.6%
—
#7
Alaska
4.5%
—
#7
Washington
4.5%
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#9
Ohio
4.4%
—
#10
Louisiana
4.3%
—
#10
Oregon
4.3%
—
#12
New York
4.2%
—
#12
Rhode Island
4.2%
—
#14
Colorado
4.1%
—
#14
New Mexico
4.1%
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#14
South Carolina
4.1%
—
#14
Texas
4.1%
—
#14
West Virginia
4.1%
—
#19
Indiana
4%
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#19
Massachusetts
4%
—
#21
Delaware
3.9%
—
#22
Pennsylvania · your comparison
3.8%
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#23
Arizona
3.7%
—
#23
Missouri
3.7%
—
#23
North Carolina
3.7%
—
#26
Idaho
3.6%
—
#27
Arkansas
3.5%
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#27
Kansas
3.5%
—
#29
Florida
3.4%
—
#29
Georgia
3.4%
—
#29
Tennessee
3.4%
—
#32
Connecticut
3.3%
—
#32
Utah
3.3%
—
#34
Iowa
3.2%
—
#34
Maryland
3.2%
—
#34
Mississippi
3.2%
—
#34
Oklahoma
3.2%
—
#38
Minnesota
3.1%
—
#38
Wyoming
3.1%
—
#40
Alabama
3%
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#40
Maine
3%
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#40
Montana
3%
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#40
Wisconsin
3%
—
#44
Virginia
2.9%
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#45
Hawaii
2.8%
—
#46
Nebraska
2.7%
—
#47
New Hampshire
2.6%
—
#48
North Dakota
2.4%
—
#49
Vermont
2.3%
—
#50
South Dakota
1.8%
—
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The reviewed 2025 CPS snapshot includes both U-3 and the broader U-6 measure. It is separate from the LAUS annual history.
Pennsylvania · 2025 · 11-month average1.6%
Pennsylvania rank#16among all 50 states
U.S. benchmark1.6%Same measure and period when published
#1 is the highest value. Ties share a rank and leave gaps. D.C. and territories are excluded. Rank describes the measured value; it is not an overall score of the state.
U-1 · unemployed 15 weeks or longer
Unemployed 15 weeks or longer as a share of the civilian labor force.
2025 CPS averages exclude October because data were not collected during the federal shutdown. Not strictly comparable with other-year averages. These directly surveyed CPS estimates differ from LAUS model-based estimates. All states use the same 11 months here.
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Pennsylvania · 1.6%2025 · 11-month average · Rank #16 of 50, highest firstSelected state
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U-1 · unemployed 15 weeks or longer · 2025 · 11-month average · highest value ranked #1
Rank
State
Value
Comparison notes
#1
California
2.4%
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#2
Oregon
2.2%
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#3
Illinois
2.1%
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#3
New York
2.1%
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#5
Connecticut
2%
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#5
Rhode Island
2%
—
#5
Washington
2%
—
#8
Massachusetts
1.9%
—
#8
Nevada
1.9%
—
#8
New Jersey
1.9%
—
#11
Delaware
1.8%
—
#11
Virginia
1.8%
—
#13
Louisiana
1.7%
—
#13
Michigan
1.7%
—
#13
West Virginia
1.7%
—
#16
Alaska
1.6%
—
#16
Florida
1.6%
—
#16
Mississippi
1.6%
—
#16
New Mexico
1.6%
—
#16
Ohio
1.6%
—
#16
Pennsylvania · your comparison
1.6%
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#22
Colorado
1.5%
—
#22
Kentucky
1.5%
—
#22
Maryland
1.5%
—
#22
Texas
1.5%
—
#26
Arizona
1.4%
—
#26
Georgia
1.4%
—
#28
Arkansas
1.3%
—
#28
Iowa
1.3%
—
#28
North Carolina
1.3%
—
#28
Oklahoma
1.3%
—
#28
South Carolina
1.3%
—
#33
Kansas
1.2%
—
#33
Minnesota
1.2%
—
#33
New Hampshire
1.2%
—
#33
Wisconsin
1.2%
—
#37
Tennessee
1.1%
—
#37
Utah
1.1%
—
#39
Idaho
1%
—
#39
Indiana
1%
—
#39
Nebraska
1%
—
#42
Alabama
0.9%
—
#42
Maine
0.9%
—
#42
Missouri
0.9%
—
#42
Wyoming
0.9%
—
#46
Hawaii
0.7%
—
#46
Montana
0.7%
—
#46
South Dakota
0.7%
—
#46
Vermont
0.7%
—
#50
North Dakota
0.6%
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Annual real output growth and BEA job growth provide economic context. Neither is the unemployment rate.
Pennsylvania · 20251.8%
Pennsylvania rank#29among all 50 states
U.S. benchmark2.3%Same measure and period when published
#1 is the highest value. Ties share a rank and leave gaps. D.C. and territories are excluded. Rank describes the measured value; it is not an overall score of the state.
Annual real GDP growth
Change in annual real GDP from the prior year.
Annual estimates; the downloaded BEA snapshot is retained with a source hash. Revisions can change historical values and ranks.
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2025 · Pennsylvania: 1.8% · Rank #29 of 50, highest first · U.S. benchmark: 2.3% · Selected for state comparisonView history and select a period
Pennsylvania Annual real GDP growth history
Period
Pennsylvania
Compare
2015
2.2%
2016
1.5%
2017
1.3%
2018
1.3%
2019
1%
2020
-4.1%
2021
3.6%
2022
1%
2023
1.7%
2024
1.7%
2025
1.8%
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Pennsylvania · 1.8%2025 · Rank #29 of 50, highest firstSelected state
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Annual real GDP growth · 2025 · highest value ranked #1
Rank
State
Value
Comparison notes
#1
Delaware
5.1%
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#2
Alaska
4.7%
—
#3
California
3.5%
—
#4
South Carolina
3.3%
—
#5
Washington
3.2%
—
#6
Idaho
3.1%
—
#7
Kentucky
3%
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#8
Georgia
2.9%
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#9
Texas
2.8%
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#10
West Virginia
2.8%
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#11
Florida
2.8%
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#12
Rhode Island
2.8%
—
#13
Utah
2.7%
—
#14
Illinois
2.6%
—
#15
New York
2.5%
—
#16
Connecticut
2.5%
—
#17
Ohio
2.4%
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#18
Virginia
2.3%
—
#19
Oklahoma
2.2%
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#20
Michigan
2.2%
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#21
Tennessee
2.1%
—
#22
New Jersey
2%
—
#23
Nevada
2%
—
#24
Montana
2%
—
#25
Alabama
2%
—
#26
Vermont
1.9%
—
#27
Colorado
1.9%
—
#28
Indiana
1.9%
—
#29
Pennsylvania · your comparison
1.8%
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#30
North Carolina
1.8%
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#31
New Mexico
1.8%
—
#32
South Dakota
1.8%
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#33
New Hampshire
1.7%
—
#34
Louisiana
1.5%
—
#35
Hawaii
1.5%
—
#36
Arizona
1.5%
—
#37
Maine
1.4%
—
#38
Oregon
1.4%
—
#39
Massachusetts
1.3%
—
#40
Mississippi
1.3%
—
#41
Nebraska
1.3%
—
#42
Missouri
1.2%
—
#43
Kansas
1%
—
#44
Arkansas
0.9%
—
#45
Wisconsin
0.8%
—
#46
Maryland
0.8%
—
#47
Minnesota
0.7%
—
#48
North Dakota
0.5%
—
#49
Wyoming
0.1%
—
#50
Iowa
-0.4%
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A state unemployment rate does not capture all unused labor or job-market turnover.
Pennsylvania · December 2025235,000
Pennsylvania rank#7among all 50 states
U.S. benchmark6,550,000Same measure and period when published
#1 is the highest value. Ties share a rank and leave gaps. D.C. and territories are excluded. Rank describes the measured value; it is not an overall score of the state.
Openings · number
Number of jobs or monthly employment flows; published thousands converted to individual units.
Seasonally adjusted state JOLTS estimates, July–December 2025 as printed in the captured table. Recent estimates are preliminary and revisions can change ranks. Openings are a month-end stock; hires, quits, and layoffs are monthly flows, not distinct workers.
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December 2025 · Pennsylvania: 235,000 · Rank #7 of 50, highest first · U.S. benchmark: 6,550,000 · Selected for state comparisonView history and select a period
Pennsylvania Openings · number history
Period
Pennsylvania
Compare
July 2025
278,000
August 2025
211,000
September 2025
280,000
October 2025
250,000
November 2025
228,000
December 2025
235,000
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Pennsylvania · 235,000December 2025 · Rank #7 of 50, highest firstSelected state
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Openings · number · December 2025 · highest value ranked #1
Rank
State
Value
Comparison notes
#1
California
674,000
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#2
Texas
608,000
—
#3
New York
431,000
—
#4
Florida
404,000
—
#5
Ohio
287,000
—
#6
Georgia
279,000
—
#7
Pennsylvania · your comparison
235,000
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#8
Michigan
221,000
—
#9
Virginia
213,000
—
#10
North Carolina
212,000
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#11
Illinois
211,000
—
#12
New Jersey
172,000
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#13
Tennessee
143,000
—
#14
Minnesota
135,000
—
#15
Massachusetts
129,000
—
#16
Missouri
128,000
—
#17
Maryland
127,000
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#18
Indiana
123,000
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#19
Arizona
121,000
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#20
Wisconsin
115,000
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#21
Washington
110,000
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#22
South Carolina
103,000
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#23
Louisiana
101,000
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#23
Oklahoma
101,000
—
#25
Colorado
100,000
—
#26
Kentucky
92,000
—
#27
Alabama
91,000
—
#28
Oregon
72,000
—
#29
Connecticut
67,000
—
#30
Utah
64,000
—
#31
Kansas
61,000
—
#32
Arkansas
60,000
—
#33
Mississippi
59,000
—
#34
Iowa
57,000
—
#35
Nevada
52,000
—
#36
West Virginia
42,000
—
#37
Nebraska
38,000
—
#38
Idaho
34,000
—
#39
New Mexico
32,000
—
#40
Maine
28,000
—
#41
Delaware
23,000
—
#42
Montana
22,000
—
#42
New Hampshire
22,000
—
#42
Rhode Island
22,000
—
#45
South Dakota
20,000
—
#46
Hawaii
19,000
—
#47
North Dakota
18,000
—
#48
Alaska
16,000
—
#49
Vermont
11,000
—
#49
Wyoming
11,000
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180 of 180 reviewed Pennsylvania actions · newest first
Jul 27, 2026 · H.R.9954 · Build America Fund Act · IntroducedU.S. Congress · Pennsylvania delegation · H.R.9954
Build America Fund Act
Jul 27, 2026 · Introduced
Rep. Christopher R. Deluzio · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill would establish the Build America Fund.
Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Reg. 73559; published September 11, 2024)), including by— (A) supporting projects that offer strong wages, training, and labor standards; and (B) partnering with workforce development programs, technical education institutions, and labor organizations. (5) Ensure long-term, sustainable returns To ensure long-term, sustainable returns, including by— (A) operating on commercial principles that take into account social and strategic outcomes; and (B) reinvesting profits into industrial, technological, and local…
Inspect this action on the timeline ↑Jul 13, 2026 · S.3468 · National Programmable Cloud Laboratories Network Act of 2025 · Committee actionU.S. Congress · Pennsylvania delegation · S.3468
National Programmable Cloud Laboratories Network Act of 2025
Jul 13, 2026 · Committee action
Sen. John Fetterman · Sponsored
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The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 451.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
National Programmable Cloud Laboratories Network (a) Purposes The purposes of the Network established under this Act are— (1) to maintain leadership by the United States in advanced experimentation, biotechnology, laboratory automation, and artificial intelligence for scientific research, advanced manufacturing, long-term economic competitiveness, and national security; (2) to reduce the cost of federally funded research through automation and reproducibility; (3) to accelerate national competitiveness by…
Inspect this action on the timeline ↑Jun 30, 2026 · SB 19 · An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions, for minimum wages and for exemptions; providing for gratuities; further providing for enforcement and rules and regulations, for penalties and for civil actions; repealing provisions relating to preemption; and providing for local option and for taxpayer savings and reinvestment. · (Remarks see Senate Journal Page ....), June 30, 2026Pennsylvania Legislature · SB 19
An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions, for minimum wages and for exemptions; providing for gratuities; further providing for enforcement and rules and regulations, for penalties and for civil actions; repealing provisions relating to preemption; and providing for local option and for taxpayer savings and reinvestment.
Jun 30, 2026 · (Remarks see Senate Journal Page ....), June 30, 2026
Sen. Christine M. Tartaglione · Sponsored
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Comprehensive Modernization of the Minimum Wage. An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions, for minimum wages and for exemptions; providing for gratuities; further providing for enforcement and rules and regulations, for penalties and for civil actions; repealing provisions relating to preemption; and providing for local option and for taxpayer savings and reinvestment.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on June 30, 2026: (Remarks see Senate Journal Page ....), June 30, 2026.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions, for minimum wages and for exemptions; providing for gratuities; further providing for enforcement and rules and regulations, for penalties and for civil actions; repealing provisions relating to preemption; and providing for local option and for taxpayer savings and reinvestment.
Inspect this action on the timeline ↑Jun 24, 2026 · HB 2189 · An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions, for minimum wages and for exemptions. · Resolution to discharge committee from further consideration of this bill presented, June 10, 2026Pennsylvania Legislature · HB 2189
An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions, for minimum wages and for exemptions.
Jun 24, 2026 · Resolution to discharge committee from further consideration of this bill presented, June 10, 2026
Rep. Jason Dawkins · Sponsored
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The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on June 24, 2026: Resolution to discharge committee from further consideration of this bill presented, June 10, 2026.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions, for minimum wages and for exemptions.
Inspect this action on the timeline ↑Jun 11, 2026 · H.Res.1359 · Supporting the designation of the second Friday of June as "National Service and Conservation Corps Day". · IntroducedU.S. Congress · Pennsylvania delegation · H.Res.1359
Supporting the designation of the second Friday of June as "National Service and Conservation Corps Day".
Jun 11, 2026 · Introduced
Rep. Chrissy Houlahan · Sponsored
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The bill addresses high-school completion, diploma requirements, adult education, or career and technical education.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses high-school completion, diploma requirements, adult education, or career and technical education. It does not establish an effect on the displayed adult attainment estimate.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Adults with at least a high school diploma · Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Whereas there exists a network of National Service Programs (in this resolution referred to as Service and Conservation Corps) that receive funding pursuant to subtitle C of the National and Community Service Act (42 U.S.C. 12571 et seq.); Whereas such network includes more than 140 Service and Conservation Corps across the country; Whereas these Service and Conservation Corps annually provide education, workforce development, and support services to nearly 22,000 young adults and post-9/11 veterans; Whereas…
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Child Care Modernization Act of 2026
Jun 9, 2026 · Introduced
Rep. Ryan Mackenzie · Sponsored
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The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Definitions (a) In general Section 658P of the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 9858n) is amended— (1) by redesignating paragraphs (5) through (7), (8) and (9), and (10) through (15), as paragraphs (6) through (8), (10) and (11), and (13) through (18), respectively; (2) in paragraph (3)— (A) in subparagraph (B), by inserting and at the end; (B) in subparagraph (C), by striking ; and at the end and inserting a period; and (C) by striking subparagraph (D); (3) by striking paragraph (4)…
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What candidates are saying
Explore statements about unemployment, jobs and workforce issues from FactVote’s Pennsylvania candidate profiles. Compare candidates within each recorded race, with each person’s matching statements kept together. These are candidate and campaign statements, not verified outcomes.
34 statements from 13 candidates
2026 Pennsylvania Governor and Lieutenant Governor — General Election
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Governor Shapiro believes all Pennsylvanians should have the freedom to chart their own course and the opportunity to succeed – and that is what he has worked to deliver: from creating jobs and putting money back in people’s pockets, to investing in law enforcement and community organizations to imp…
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Governor Shapiro believes all Pennsylvanians should have the freedom to chart their own course and the opportunity to succeed – and that is what he has worked to deliver: from creating jobs and putting money back in people’s pockets, to investing in law enforcement and community organizations to improve public safety, to delivering historic funding for our kids’ education, to protecting our freedoms and our democracy.
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Apprenticeships and workforce development programs also offer career opportunities for students and young people. My bipartisan Youth Workforce Readiness Act would provide funding for hands-on skills education at after-school programs for students starting in elementary school. Supported by the YMCA…
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Apprenticeships and workforce development programs also offer career opportunities for students and young people. My bipartisan Youth Workforce Readiness Act would provide funding for hands-on skills education at after-school programs for students starting in elementary school. Supported by the YMCA and Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the Youth Workforce Readiness Act will ensure that students can experience technical education options at after-school programs starting at age six. Also, a traditional college education may not be the best option for every student. That is why I strongly support the 529 OPTIONS Act, which would allow tax-free distributions from section 529 college savings plans for certain expenses associated with registered apprenticeship programs. We must give our young people and their families the ability to invest in the educational pathway that is best suited for their desired career goals.
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In Congress, I am fighting to provide an opportunity to all Americans. I have supported a simpler, fairer tax code. Across our communities, small businesses are already hiring more while their workers receive bonuses and higher take-home pay. We must do whatever we can to promote Made in America ini…
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In Congress, I am fighting to provide an opportunity to all Americans. I have supported a simpler, fairer tax code. Across our communities, small businesses are already hiring more while their workers receive bonuses and higher take-home pay. We must do whatever we can to promote Made in America initiatives. American manufacturing means American jobs. People in my community understand that when they buy American they’re not only buying quality products, they’re helping American businesses – and American workers – in their neighborhoods and across the country. Moreover, a continuous review and the repeal of outdated federal regulations will ease the burden on local small businesses and their employees.
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As a former small business owner, Scott Perry understands that excessive taxes and over-regulation prevent small businesses from creating jobs and prospering.Inflation, the economy, and jobs continue to concern most Americans. Biden-Harris and the radical Left’s spending increases have spiked inflat…
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As a former small business owner, Scott Perry understands that excessive taxes and over-regulation prevent small businesses from creating jobs and prospering.Inflation, the economy, and jobs continue to concern most Americans. Biden-Harris and the radical Left’s spending increases have spiked inflation, weakened the economy, eliminated well-paying jobs, and ruined small businesses.Scott opposes Biden-Harris’ tax-and-spend increases on small businesses and working families. He’ll continue to fight for:A Balanced Budget AmendmentLess government regulationReducing the National debtLowering taxes on families and small businesses.
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Inflation, the economy, and jobs continue to concern most Americans. Biden-Harris and the radical Left’s spending increases have spiked inflation, weakened the economy, eliminated well-paying jobs, and ruined small businesses.
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Inflation, the economy, and jobs continue to concern most Americans. Biden-Harris and the radical Left’s spending increases have spiked inflation, weakened the economy, eliminated well-paying jobs, and ruined small businesses.
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Scott Perry firmly believes that we can balance our Nation’s energy needs while still protecting our environment. The Biden-Harris anti-American energy policies threaten our National security and have ruined our economy. America must be energy independent to grow our economy and maintain our securit…
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Scott Perry firmly believes that we can balance our Nation’s energy needs while still protecting our environment. The Biden-Harris anti-American energy policies threaten our National security and have ruined our economy. America must be energy independent to grow our economy and maintain our security. Pennsylvania plays a critical role in returning America to energy independence by supporting our vast natural gas reserves and harnessing hydroelectric and nuclear power.Scott Perry supports a blended energy portfolio that includes the development of clean energy technologies and using our vast energy resources – to reduce our dependence on foreign energy, turn around the economy, create jobs, reduce inflation, make energy more affordable, and preserve our environment.
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Scott Perry supports a blended energy portfolio that includes the development of clean energy technologies and using our vast energy resources – to reduce our dependence on foreign energy, turn around the economy, create jobs, reduce inflation, make energy more affordable, and preserve our environme…
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Scott Perry supports a blended energy portfolio that includes the development of clean energy technologies and using our vast energy resources – to reduce our dependence on foreign energy, turn around the economy, create jobs, reduce inflation, make energy more affordable, and preserve our environment.
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Pennsylvania incumbents
What incumbents are proposing
Explore reviewed bills sponsored by current Pennsylvania legislators and Pennsylvania’s congressional delegation, plus retained proposals from Pennsylvania’s governor and agencies. Each record keeps its latest recorded status and official evidence.
178 matching sponsorships or proposals · 74 Pennsylvania incumbents. These filters apply only to this section.
An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in compensation, further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation.
Jul 1, 2025 · Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, July 1, 2025
Rep. Aaron Bernstine · Sponsored
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Unemployment Compensation Equity Package. An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in compensation, further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on July 1, 2025: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, July 1, 2025.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in compensation, further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation.
11 proposalsView proposals from Rep. Barbara GleimPennsylvania Legislature · HB 1691
An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in compensation, further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation.
Jul 1, 2025 · Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, July 1, 2025
Rep. Barbara Gleim · Sponsored
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Unemployment Compensation Equity Package. An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in compensation, further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on July 1, 2025: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, July 1, 2025.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in compensation, further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation.
An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in contributions by employers and employees, further providing for relief from charges; and, in compensation, further providing for ineligibility for compensation and providing for eligibility related to domestic violence.
Jul 1, 2025 · Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, July 1, 2025
Rep. Barbara Gleim · Sponsored
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Unemployment Compensation Equity Package. An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in contributions by employers and employees, further providing for relief from charges; and, in compensation, further providing for ineligibility for compensation and providing for eligibility related to domestic violence.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on July 1, 2025: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, July 1, 2025.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending the act of July 14, 1961 (P.L.604, No.304), known as The Apprenticeship and Training Act, further providing for powers and duties; providing for supervision; and abrogating a regulation.
Feb 20, 2025 · Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Feb. 20, 2025
Rep. Barbara Gleim · Sponsored
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Parity in Apprenticeship Ratios (HB 206, 2023-2024). An Act amending the act of July 14, 1961 (P.L.604, No.304), known as The Apprenticeship and Training Act, further providing for powers and duties; providing for supervision; and abrogating a regulation.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on February 20, 2025: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Feb. 20, 2025.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Parity in Apprenticeship Ratios (HB 206, 2023-2024).
An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in administration of act, providing for emergency unemployment compensation assistance.
Feb 12, 2025 · Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Feb. 12, 2025
Rep. Barbara Gleim · Sponsored
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Expanding the Unemployment Compensation Department Under an Emergency Disaster Order (Prior HB 210, 2023-24). An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in administration of act, providing for emergency unemployment compensation assistance.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on February 12, 2025: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Feb. 12, 2025.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Expanding the Unemployment Compensation Department Under an Emergency Disaster Order (Prior HB 210, 2023-24).
An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in administration of act, providing for emergency unemployment compensation assistance.
Mar 8, 2023 · Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, March 8, 2023 [House]
Rep. Barbara Gleim · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on March 8, 2023: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, March 8, 2023 [House].
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in administration of act, providing for emergency unemployment compensation assistance.
An Act amending the act of July 14, 1961 (P.L.604, No.304), known as The Apprenticeship and Training Act, further providing for powers and duties; providing for supervision; and abrogating a regulation.
Mar 8, 2023 · Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, March 8, 2023 [House]
Rep. Barbara Gleim · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on March 8, 2023: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, March 8, 2023 [House].
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending the act of July 14, 1961 (P.L.604, No.304), known as The Apprenticeship and Training Act, further providing for powers and duties; providing for supervision; and abrogating a regulation.
An Act amending the act of July 14, 1961 (P.L.604, No.304), known as The Apprenticeship and Training Act, further providing for powers and duties; providing for supervision; and abrogating a regulation.
Feb 16, 2021 · Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Feb. 16, 2021 [House]
Rep. Barbara Gleim · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on February 16, 2021: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Feb. 16, 2021 [House].
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending the act of July 14, 1961 (P.L.604, No.304), known as The Apprenticeship and Training Act, further providing for powers and duties; providing for supervision; and abrogating a regulation.
An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in administration of act, providing for emergency unemployment compensation assistance.
Feb 16, 2021 · Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Feb. 16, 2021 [House]
Rep. Barbara Gleim · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on February 16, 2021: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Feb. 16, 2021 [House].
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in administration of act, providing for emergency unemployment compensation assistance.
An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Commonwealth services, providing for emergency unemployment compensation assistance.
Apr 13, 2020 · Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, April 13, 2020 [House]
Rep. Barbara Gleim · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on April 13, 2020: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, April 13, 2020 [House].
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Commonwealth services, providing for emergency unemployment compensation assistance.
An Act amending the act of July 14, 1961 (P.L.604, No.304), known as The Apprenticeship and Training Act, further providing for powers and duties; providing for supervision; and abrogating a regulation.
Aug 16, 2019 · Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Aug. 16, 2019 [House]
Rep. Barbara Gleim · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on August 16, 2019: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Aug. 16, 2019 [House].
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending the act of July 14, 1961 (P.L.604, No.304), known as The Apprenticeship and Training Act, further providing for powers and duties; providing for supervision; and abrogating a regulation.
An Act amending the act of July 14, 1961 (P.L.604, No.304), known as The Apprenticeship and Training Act, further providing for powers and duties; providing for supervision; and abrogating a regulation.
Feb 20, 2019 · Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Feb. 20, 2019 [House]
Rep. Barbara Gleim · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on February 20, 2019: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Feb. 20, 2019 [House].
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending the act of July 14, 1961 (P.L.604, No.304), known as The Apprenticeship and Training Act, further providing for powers and duties; providing for supervision; and abrogating a regulation.
U.S. representative for Pennsylvania, District 1 · R–PA
4 proposalsView proposals from Rep. Brian K. FitzpatrickU.S. Congress · Pennsylvania delegation · H.R.8173
Reforming ICE and Protecting America Act
Apr 2, 2026 · Introduced
Rep. Brian K. Fitzpatrick · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Operations and Support, in the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026 table in the explanatory statement described in section 4 (in the matter preceding division A of this consolidated Act), of which— (1) of the amounts made available for Homeland Security Investigations— (A) not less than $6,000,000 shall remain available until expended for efforts to enforce laws against forced child labor; (B) $46,696,000 shall remain available until September 30, 2027;…
U.S. Congress · Pennsylvania delegation · H.R.6501
Bipartisan Health Insurance Affordability Act
Dec 9, 2025 · Introduced
Rep. Brian K. Fitzpatrick · Sponsored
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The bill addresses Medicaid, CHIP, health-insurance eligibility, enrollment, continuity, or premium assistance.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses Medicaid, CHIP, health-insurance eligibility, enrollment, continuity, or premium assistance. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's under-65 uninsured rate.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: People under 65 without health insurance · Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
LaLota) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concernedA BILLTo amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend and modify the enhanced premium tax credit, to amend the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to make…
U.S. Congress · Pennsylvania delegation · H.R.3438
Fair Wage Act of 2025
May 15, 2025 · Introduced
Rep. Brian K. Fitzpatrick · Sponsored
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The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Perez) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Education and WorkforceA BILLTo amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide for a Federal, cost-of-living based minimum wage, and for other purposes. 1.
U.S. Congress · Pennsylvania delegation · H.R.3000
Caring for Seniors Act
Apr 24, 2025 · Introduced
Rep. Brian K. Fitzpatrick · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill addresses Medicaid, CHIP, health-insurance eligibility, enrollment, continuity, or premium assistance.
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses Medicaid, CHIP, health-insurance eligibility, enrollment, continuity, or premium assistance. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's under-65 uninsured rate.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: People under 65 without health insurance. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
The report by AARP indicated that this number is 20 percent in 5 States. (7) In 2021, the Department of Veterans Affairs testified to Congress that if veterans in need of long-term care services could choose assisted living instead of a nursing home, $69,101 per veteran per year would be saved by the Department of Veterans Affairs. (8) Strengthening cost-effective models of long-term care services, providing incentives for Americans to better afford their care costs, and developing the workforce needed to care…
U.S. representative for Pennsylvania, District 6 · D–PA
6 proposalsView proposals from Rep. Chrissy HoulahanU.S. Congress · Pennsylvania delegation · H.Res.1359
Supporting the designation of the second Friday of June as "National Service and Conservation Corps Day".
Jun 11, 2026 · Introduced
Rep. Chrissy Houlahan · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill addresses high-school completion, diploma requirements, adult education, or career and technical education.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses high-school completion, diploma requirements, adult education, or career and technical education. It does not establish an effect on the displayed adult attainment estimate.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Adults with at least a high school diploma · Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Whereas there exists a network of National Service Programs (in this resolution referred to as Service and Conservation Corps) that receive funding pursuant to subtitle C of the National and Community Service Act (42 U.S.C. 12571 et seq.); Whereas such network includes more than 140 Service and Conservation Corps across the country; Whereas these Service and Conservation Corps annually provide education, workforce development, and support services to nearly 22,000 young adults and post-9/11 veterans; Whereas…
U.S. Congress · Pennsylvania delegation · H.R.6089
Biomanufacturing Excellence Act of 2025
Nov 18, 2025 · Introduced
Rep. Chrissy Houlahan · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
National Biopharmaceutical Center of Excellence (a) Establishment of Center of Excellence (1) In general The Director shall award a grant to or enter into an other transaction agreement with, on a competitive basis, an eligible entity to establish and operate a center of excellence to be known as the National Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Center of Excellence (in this section referred to as the Center of Excellence). (2) Objectives The objectives of the Center of Excellence include— (A) advancing the science of…
U.S. Congress · Pennsylvania delegation · H.R.4452
STEM RESTART Act
Jul 16, 2025 · Introduced
Rep. Chrissy Houlahan · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill addresses high-school completion, diploma requirements, adult education, or career and technical education.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses high-school completion, diploma requirements, adult education, or career and technical education. It does not establish an effect on the displayed adult attainment estimate.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Adults with at least a high school diploma · Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Reg. 53030 (August 24, 2011))). (5) Small-sized enterprise The term small-sized, used with respect to an enterprise, means an entity that employs more than 49 and fewer than 500 individuals. (6) Stem The term STEM has the meaning given the term in section 2 of the America COMPETES Reauthorization Act of 2010 (42 U.S.C. 6621 note). (7) Unemployed or underemployed individual The term unemployed or underemployed individual means— (A) an unemployed or underemployed individual as defined by the Bureau of Labor…
U.S. Congress · Pennsylvania delegation · H.Res.513
Supporting the designation of the second Friday of June as "National Service and Conservation Corps Day".
Jun 12, 2025 · Introduced
Rep. Chrissy Houlahan · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Whereas there exists a network of National Service Programs (in this resolution referred to as Service and Conservation Corps) that receive funding pursuant to subtitle C of the National and Community Service Act (42 U.S.C. 12571 et seq.); Whereas such network includes more than 150 Service and Conservation Corps across the country; Whereas these Service and Conservation Corps annually provide education, workforce development, and support services to nearly 23,000 young adults and post-9/11 veterans; Whereas…
U.S. Congress · Pennsylvania delegation · H.R.3090
I–PLAN Act of 2025
Apr 30, 2025 · Introduced
Rep. Chrissy Houlahan · Sponsored
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The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
National intermediary to support the Interstate Paid Leave Action Network (a) Authority To make grants Subject to the availability of appropriations under section 6(a), the Secretary, acting through the Employment and Training Administration, shall award a grant to one national intermediary to facilitate the activities of the I–PLAN. (b) Use of funds A national intermediary awarded a grant under subsection (a) shall use funds for the costs related to each of the following: (1) Meetings Meeting activities,…
U.S. Congress · Pennsylvania delegation · H.R.2324
Unity through Service Act of 2025
Mar 25, 2025 · Introduced
Rep. Chrissy Houlahan · Sponsored
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The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, Foreign Affairs, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Transition opportunities for military servicemembers and national service participants (a) Employment assistance Section 1143(c)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting the Corporation for National and Community Service, after State employment agencies,. (b) Employment assistance, job training assistance, and other transitional services: Department of Labor Section 1144 of title 10, United States Code, is amended— (1) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following: (11) Provide…
7 proposalsView proposals from Rep. Christopher M. RabbPennsylvania Legislature · HB 23
An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions and for minimum wages; providing for eligibility and coverage; further providing for exemptions, for duty of employer, for enforcement and rules and regulations and for civil actions; and repealing provisions relating to preemption.
Oct 10, 2025 · Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Oct. 10, 2025
Rep. Christopher M. Rabb · Sponsored
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Modernizing Pennsylvania's minimum wage statute. An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions and for minimum wages; providing for eligibility and coverage; further providing for exemptions, for duty of employer, for enforcement and rules and regulations and for civil actions; and repealing provisions relating to preemption.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on October 10, 2025: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Oct. 10, 2025.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions and for minimum wages; providing for eligibility and coverage; further providing for exemptions, for duty of employer, for enforcement and rules and regulations and for civil actions; and repealing provisions relating to preemption.
An Act amending Title 27 (Environmental Resources) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for transition to renewable energy; imposing duties on the Department of Environmental Protection and other Commonwealth agencies relating to energy consumption and renewable energy generation; establishing the Renewable Energy Transition Task Force, the Just Transition Community Advisory Committee, the Renewable Energy Center of Excellence, the Council for Renewable Energy Workforce Development and the Renewable Energy Workforce Development Fund; providing for interim limits on energy produced from nonrenewable sources and for wage requirement for energy producing systems.
Oct 3, 2023 · Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY, Oct. 3, 2023 [House]
Rep. Christopher M. Rabb · Sponsored
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The bill addresses electricity generation, renewable power, storage, utilities, interconnection, or grid reliability.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on October 3, 2023: Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY, Oct. 3, 2023 [House].
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses electricity generation, renewable power, storage, utilities, interconnection, or grid reliability. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's displayed renewable-generation share.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Electricity generated from renewable resources · Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending Title 27 (Environmental Resources) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for transition to renewable energy; imposing duties on the Department of Environmental Protection and other Commonwealth agencies relating to energy consumption and renewable energy generation; establishing the Renewable Energy Transition Task Force, the Just Transition Community Advisory Committee, the Renewable Energy Center of Excellence, the Council for Renewable Energy Workforce Development and the…
An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions and for minimum wages; providing for gratuities; further providing for enforcement and rules and regulations, for penalties and for civil actions; repealing provisions relating to preemption; and providing for taxpayer savings and reinvestment.
May 10, 2023 · Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, May 10, 2023 [House]
Rep. Christopher M. Rabb · Sponsored
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The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on May 10, 2023: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, May 10, 2023 [House].
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions and for minimum wages; providing for gratuities; further providing for enforcement and rules and regulations, for penalties and for civil actions; repealing provisions relating to preemption; and providing for taxpayer savings and reinvestment.
An Act amending Title 27 (Environmental Resources) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for transition to renewable energy; imposing duties on the Department of Environmental Protection and other Commonwealth agencies relating to energy consumption and renewable energy generation; establishing the Renewable Energy Transition Task Force, the Just Transition Community Advisory Committee, the Renewable Energy Center of Excellence, the Council for Renewable Energy Workforce Development and the Renewable Energy Workforce Development Fund; providing for interim limits on energy produced from nonrenewable sources and for wage requirement for energy producing systems.
Sep 22, 2021 · Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY, Sept. 22, 2021 [House]
Rep. Christopher M. Rabb · Sponsored
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The bill addresses electricity generation, renewable power, storage, utilities, interconnection, or grid reliability.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on September 22, 2021: Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY, Sept. 22, 2021 [House].
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses electricity generation, renewable power, storage, utilities, interconnection, or grid reliability. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's displayed renewable-generation share.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Electricity generated from renewable resources · Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending Title 27 (Environmental Resources) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for transition to renewable energy; imposing duties on the Department of Environmental Protection and other Commonwealth agencies relating to energy consumption and renewable energy generation; establishing the Renewable Energy Transition Task Force, the Just Transition Community Advisory Committee, the Renewable Energy Center of Excellence, the Council for Renewable Energy Workforce Development and the…
An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions and for minimum wages; providing for gratuities; further providing for enforcement and rules and regulations, for penalties and for civil actions; repealing provisions relating to preemption; and providing for taxpayer savings and reinvestment.
Mar 15, 2021 · Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, March 15, 2021 [House]
Rep. Christopher M. Rabb · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on March 15, 2021: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, March 15, 2021 [House].
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions and for minimum wages; providing for gratuities; further providing for enforcement and rules and regulations, for penalties and for civil actions; repealing provisions relating to preemption; and providing for taxpayer savings and reinvestment.
An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions and for minimum wages; providing for gratuities; further providing for enforcement and rules and regulations, for penalties and for civil actions; repealing provisions relating to preemption; and providing for taxpayer savings and reinvestment.
Nov 30, 2020 · Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Nov. 30, 2020 [House]
Rep. Christopher M. Rabb · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on November 30, 2020: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Nov. 30, 2020 [House].
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions and for minimum wages; providing for gratuities; further providing for enforcement and rules and regulations, for penalties and for civil actions; repealing provisions relating to preemption; and providing for taxpayer savings and reinvestment.
An Act amending Title 27 (Environmental Resources) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for transition to renewable energy; imposing duties on the Department of Environmental Protection and other Commonwealth agencies relating to energy consumption and renewable energy generation; establishing the Clean Energy Transition Task Force, the Just Transition Community Advisory Committee, the Clean Energy Center of Excellence, the Council for Clean Energy Workforce Development and the Clean Energy Workforce Development Fund; and providing for interim limits on energy produced from nonrenewable sources.
May 29, 2019 · Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY, May 29, 2019 [House]
Rep. Christopher M. Rabb · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill addresses electricity generation, renewable power, storage, utilities, interconnection, or grid reliability.
The latest official Pennsylvania General Assembly record shows this action on May 29, 2019: Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY, May 29, 2019 [House].
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses electricity generation, renewable power, storage, utilities, interconnection, or grid reliability. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's displayed renewable-generation share.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Electricity generated from renewable resources · Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
An Act amending Title 27 (Environmental Resources) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for transition to renewable energy; imposing duties on the Department of Environmental Protection and other Commonwealth agencies relating to energy consumption and renewable energy generation; establishing the Clean Energy Transition Task Force, the Just Transition Community Advisory Committee, the Clean Energy Center of Excellence, the Council for Clean Energy Workforce Development and the Clean Energy…
U.S. representative for Pennsylvania, District 17 · D–PA
2 proposalsView proposals from Rep. Christopher R. DeluzioU.S. Congress · Pennsylvania delegation · H.R.9954
Build America Fund Act
Jul 27, 2026 · Introduced
Rep. Christopher R. Deluzio · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill would establish the Build America Fund.
Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Reg. 73559; published September 11, 2024)), including by— (A) supporting projects that offer strong wages, training, and labor standards; and (B) partnering with workforce development programs, technical education institutions, and labor organizations. (5) Ensure long-term, sustainable returns To ensure long-term, sustainable returns, including by— (A) operating on commercial principles that take into account social and strategic outcomes; and (B) reinvesting profits into industrial, technological, and local…
U.S. Congress · Pennsylvania delegation · H.R.4790
All Aboard Act of 2025
Jul 30, 2025 · Introduced
Rep. Christopher R. Deluzio · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
The bill addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses wages, income support, employment services, apprenticeships, or workforce development. It does not establish an effect on Pennsylvania's median household income.
Retained Pennsylvania evidence context: Median household income. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Green Railroads Fund (a) In general The Secretary, in consultation with the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, may award competitive grants to eligible entities described in subsection (c) to enable or improve electrified rail operations. (b) Application (1) In general To apply for a grant under this section an eligible entity shall submit an application to the Secretary in such manner as the Secretary may reasonably require. (2) Requirements Each application submitted in accordance with…
Only current Pennsylvania officeholders retained in the reviewed collection qualify. Bills require a recorded primary sponsorship; cosponsors and signing officials are excluded from sponsorship counts. An official introducer recorded as acting by request is labeled “Introduced by request”; that procedural role does not establish personal policy endorsement. Governor and agency records qualify when recorded as proposed. A separately verified governor transmittal can also establish an original proposal whose latest status reflects its later outcome. Signing an enacted law alone does not establish a proposal. A record appearing under several facts is counted once per officeholder. A bill with multiple primary sponsors appears under each recorded sponsor.
Enacted bills, adopted resolutions and unsuccessful measures remain visible as proposal history. Passing one chamber is not enactment. These counts do not measure effectiveness or prove that an action changed a Pennsylvania statistic. Collection reviewed Sep 3, 2026.
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