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August 19, 2009, 2:54 pm

The Senate is currently debating the override of the Governor’s veto on SB 850 relating to PHEAA grant funding.

While the Republicans are arguing in favor of the override, the Democrats are stating that the entire budget needs to be resolved, so that “one hostage situation does not replace another.”

UPDATE: Senator Tomlinson’s motion to reconsider the PHEAA Appropriation Line Item failed, 30-19.

@ 4:25 p.m. – the Senate is now considering a motion by Senator Erickson to reconsider the appropriations for the Department of Public Welfare in the Governor’s list of vetoed line items.

UPDATE: Senator Erickson’s motion to reconsider the DPW Appropriation Line Item, failed, 30-19.

@ 4:30 p.m. – the Senate is now considering a motion by Senators Greenleaf, Rafferty and Orie to reconsider appropriations for DPW, in particular funding to prevent domestic violence.

UPDATE: Senator Greenleaf, Raffery and Orie’s motion to reconsider the DPW Appropriation Line Item failed, 30-19.

@ 5:55 p.m. – the Senate is now consideringÂ a motion by Senator Alloway to reconsider appropriations for DPW, in particular funding to the homeless.

UPDATE: Senator Alloway’s motion to reconsider the DPW Appropriation Line Item failed, 30-19.

@ 6:02 p.m. – the Senate is now considering

Continue reading Senate Floor – 3:49 p.m.

House State Government – Off the Floor

August 19, 2009, 12:51 pm

The committee voted unanimously to report as committed SB 969 which authorizes the Department of General Services to convey certain lands in the city of Altoona to the Altoona Regional Health System. Check the Capitol Toolbox later today for the full story.

House Ag – Off the Floor

August 19, 2009, 12:42 pm

SB 901 was passed over yet again by the House Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee at an off the floor meeting today. Chairman Mike Hanna (D-Clinton) indicated the bill, and an amendment to it, should be ready for consideration by the committee in a week. SB 607 was reported out as committed at the meeting. Check the Capitol Toolbox later for the full story.

Rendell, Cosby Against Education Cuts

August 19, 2009, 12:04 pm

Governor Ed Rendell was joined by Bill Cosby and others at a press conference today to highlight the gainsÂ in academic achievement Pennsylvania studentsÂ Â have made and urged passage of a budget bill that would adequately fund education.Â “No more cuts,” Cosby said. HeÂ emphasized the role teachers play in lives of young people andÂ affirmed that education can prevent people from ending up in jail.Â Jack Jennings, President of the Â Center of Education Policy, said that Pennsylvania is the only state that has made gainsÂ in reading andÂ mathÂ Â at theÂ elementary, middle and high school levels. Governor Rendell affirmed that he will “continueÂ the battle for education funding.” Check the PLS Capitol Toolbox to read the full story.

Senate Finance – 10:00 a.m

August 19, 2009, 11:25 am

The Senate Finance Committee held a second hearing on municipal pension issues and how to finance pensions. The committee heard from the city of Philadelphia, local government organizations, and the PA Economy League to learn about possible solutions to addressing pension issues. Among the proposals discussed were optional county sales taxes, HB 1828 for Philadelphia and HB 1884 and HB 1874, which are proposals proffered by PERC.

Look for the complete story in the Capitol Toolbox later this afternoon.

House Rules – 10:45 a.m.

August 19, 2009, 10:20 am

The House Rules Committee met today to consider three bills. HB 1593, HB 39, and HB 1663 were unanimously reported as committed. Check the Capitol Tool Box later for more information.

House Finance – 9:30 a.m.

August 19, 2009, 9:43 am

House Finance met this morning and voted four bills out of committee. A fifth – HB 368 by Rep. Siptroth, was passed over due to his absence. Check the Capitol Toolbox later for the full story.

House Judiciary – 9:30 a.m.

August 19, 2009, 9:08 am

The committee voted unanimously to report H.B. 1869 with a recommendation it be re-referred to Appropriations. The bill amends Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) changing certain legal fees and charges in Philadelphia. Check the Capitol Toolbox later for the full story.

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Senate Floor – 3:49 p.m.

House State Government – Off the Floor

House Ag – Off the Floor

Rendell, Cosby Against Education Cuts

Senate Finance – 10:00 a.m

House Rules – 10:45 a.m.

House Finance – 9:30 a.m.

House Judiciary – 9:30 a.m.

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