The Pennsylvania Commission for Women turned the Capitol Fountain pink today to raise awareness for breast cancer awareness month. “This pink fountain is truly a spectacle, but our goal is a serious one: by raising awareness of breast cancer, we can save lives,” said Leslie Stiles, executive director of the Pennsylvania Commission for Women. “We hope that the pink fountain will serve as a reminder for women to do monthly breast self exams and schedule a yearly mammogram. For those women and families affected by the disease, we hope the fountain reminds them that they are not alone.” Check out the PLS Capitol Toolbox later today to read the full story.
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HOUSE DEMS DISCUSS NEXT STEPS FOR MARCELLUS SHALE TAX A handful of House Democrats met with the media yesterday evening to discuss the passage of natural gas severance tax and its prospects in the Senate. Majority Leader Todd Eachus (D-Luzerne) said SB 1155, which passed this House earlier in the evening by a vote of 104-94, is a starting point for the four caucuses to work out their differences. Rep. Tim Solobay (D-Washington) agreed, explaining the severance tax provides an opportunity to continue conservation efforts, create jobs, protect the environment, and make the drilling industry more effective and efficient. House Appropriations Chairman Dwight Evans (D-Philadelphia) commented on the need for all sides to work together for Pennsylvania, noting that SB 1155 was a bipartisan effort with the final product including an amendment from Republican Kate Harper (Montgomery). Check out the Press Conferences section of the PLS Capitol Toolbox to read the full story. SCARNATI: SEVERANCE TAX BILL WILL NOT BE VOTED ON SENATE FLOOR AS-IS Calling the severance tax rate of 39 cents per cubic foot adopted by the House last night “absolutely ridiculous,” Senator Joe Scarnati (R-Jefferson) said today he has no intention Continue reading Eye Opener – September 30, 2010 |
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