Wolf described the situation with Philadelphia rapper Meek Mill as an example of the need for reform. He also said he believes criminal justice reform benefits the economy.
DePasquale Seeks Gift Ban After Finding 18 Counties Accepted Gifts From Voting Machine Vendors
Some of the examples of gifts reported included an expense-paid travel to Las Vegas, tickets to a wine festival, distillery tour, and amusement park tickets.
February 25th Playbook
A.G. DePasquale said that officials in 18 counties reported accepting gifts and other various “freebies” from different firms trying to sell or lease new voting machines, while Gov. Wolf spoke about criminal justice reform at the National Governors Association meeting this past weekend. Here is the Playbook.
Grove Named Chair of House Oversight Committee
The newly formed committee has five Republicans and four Democrats.
February 22nd Ups & Downs
A number of endorsements from county parties in the state have made headlines, while a former Lt. Governor is inching closer to seeking elected office again. All of that and more are in this week’s Ups and Downs.
February 22nd Playbook
The DNC and a progressive super PAC released plans of making significant investments in Pennsylvania focusing on the 2020 presidential election, while state GOP leadership announced the head of the new House Oversight Committee. Here is the Playbook.
DNC, Super PAC Target PA to Flip in 2020
The DNC and a liberal super PAC have made Pennsylvania a focus of their early spending in the 2020 cycle, with a special emphasis on Cambria County.
February 21st Playbook
Lawmakers discuss the impact of replacing voting machines before next year’s election, while the first television ad has been released for the special election in HD-114. Here is the Playbook.
HD114: Kosierowski Releases 1st TV Ad
She highlights fighting for good jobs and meaningful property tax reform, while protecting victims of assault and abuse as the reasons she entered the race.
Wolf Creates Group To Help Strengthen Workforce
He appointed three leaders from the private sector and three from his cabinet to lead the command center.