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Fight over sexual abuse victims’ lawsuits returns to Pa. Senate
HARRISBURG — Democratic lawmakers are attempting anew to give now-adult victims of child sexual abuse a reprieve from time limits in Pennsylvania law that prohibit them from suing perpetrators and institutions that may have covered it up.
Competing bills broaden and complicate efforts to reform child sex crime laws in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania on Wednesday further advanced the debate over the reform of child sex crime laws as House lawmakers approved two key reform measures even as counterparts in the Senate introduced a third counter bill aimed at similar purposes.
Senate Democrats Jointly Introduce Bill to Eliminate Statute of Limitations for Sexual Offenses
HARRISBURG, PA − April 10, 2019 − Today, members of the Senate Democratic Caucus introduced legislation to eliminate the statute of limitations for sexual offenses and open a window for civil liability. The legislation was introduced as Senate Bill 540. “I...
Senator Lindsey Williams Remarks at SEIU Workers Rights Rally
Sens. Hughes, Williams and POWER Interfaith support Marriott hotel workers in fight for fair, equitable working conditions
Philadelphia – April 5, 2019 – Senator Vincent Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) and Senator Lindsey Williams (D-Allegheny) joined POWER Interfaith, UNITE HERE, the Black Clergy of Philadelphia and Raise the Wage PA, and other supporters of the Marriott hotel workers...
Sens. Hughes, Haywood, Williams and Street make call action addressing poverty and economic security in honor of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Philadelphia – April 5, 2019 – Senators Vincent Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery), Art Haywood (D-Montgomery/Philadelphia), Sharif Street (D-Philadelphia), and Lindsey Williams (D-Allegheny) stood with local activists and advocates to announce the Senate Democrats...
Democratic senators commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. by turning attention to Pa. poverty
Three days after Martin Luther King Jr. delivered a speech to more than 10,000 gathered at the corner of 40th and Lancaster Avenues on Aug. 3, 1965, the civil rights legend signed the historic Voting Rights Act. On Thursday, 51 years after King was assassinated in...
State proposal could accelerate riverfront trail development along Allegheny River
The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has joined local riverfront communities to improve the parks and trails along the Allegheny River with the goal of closing gaps on the trail that prevent bikers and hikers from enjoying a full ride.
Editorial: Student loans are the new mortgage
The changing demographics of the Pennsylvania Legislature are going to do more than increase Harrisburg’s social media presence and a demand for avocado toast. They are producing a whole new perspective on debt, and it’s an important view to understand as we move...
Sen. Lindsey Williams Union Support Staff at Military Facilities
March is Red Cross Month
Senator Lindsey Williams Senate Floor Remarks on Student Loan Debt
Democrats Introduce Package of Legislation to Curb Workplace Harassment
HARRISBURG, PA, March 26, 2019 – Democrats from the Pennsylvania House and Senate today introduced a package of legislation aimed to curb harassment in the workplace, along with support from Governor Tom Wolf and Victim’s Advocate Jennifer Storm. “As a caucus, we’ve...
Companion Legislation to Expand #MeToo PA Act Provisions Proposed by Democratic Senators
Harrisburg – March 25, 2019 – Sens. Maria Collett (D-Bucks/Montgomery), Tim Kearney (D-Chester/Delaware), Katie Muth (D-Berks/Chester/Montgomery), Steve Santarsiero (D-Bucks), and Lindsey Williams (D-Allegheny) are sponsoring legislation to expand reforms included in the #MeToo PA General Assembly Act.
In Pennsylvania, young lawmakers drive conversation on reducing student debt
When freshman state Sen. Lindsey Williams, a Democrat from West View, learned Philadelphia Sen. Vincent Hughes was crafting a bill to tackle student debt refinancing, she quickly agreed to circulate a co-sponsorship memo. Williams, 36, and fellow freshman state Sen....
Democratic state senators propose student loan debt relief
(Harrisburg) -- Three Pennsylvania state senate Democrats are launching a plan to help people with student loan debt. Sen. Vincent Hughes, who represents parts of Philadelphia and Montgomery counties, is working with Sen. Katie Muth, who represents parts of Montgomery...
State Sen. Lindsey Williams wants to help Pennsylvanians manage their student debt
State Sen. Lindsey Williams (D-West View) is sponsoring a new plan to help Pennsylvanian students and their families manage student debt, according to a recent press release. The bill, called PA Student HELP (Higher Education Lending Protection), aims to protect...
Sharpsburg, Etna compete in community clean-up for Earth Day Mayor’s Cup
It’s going down between Sharpsburg and Etna. The two communities are celebrating Earth Day with a friendly wager to see who can be the most green. Officials are challenging residents to rid the streets of pop bottles, cigarette butts and other debris to spruce up...
Lawmakers unveil bill aimed at helping people with student loan debt
HARRISBURG, Pa. - Lawmakers unveiled a bill which aims to help people pay down student loan debt and handle the cost of borrowing. The bill was unveiled by Sens. Vincent J. Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery), Katie Muth (D-Montgomery/Chester) and Lindsey Williams...
Senate Democrats roll out college debt relief plan
HARRISBURG – Senate Democrats on Wednesday rolled out a plan to help roughly 28,000 Pennsylvanians with high-interest student loans. Under the plan, modeled after a similar but smaller program in Connecticut, the state would borrow $1 billion to offer lower student...
Senate Democrats Present Bold Plan to Tackle Crushing Student Loan Debt
Harrisburg – March 20, 2019 – A bold and innovative plan to help students and their families save thousands of dollars, pay down crushing student loan debt and better deal with the high cost of borrowing was unveiled by Sens. Vincent J. Hughes...
Senator Williams Introduces PA Workplace Freedom Act
Senators Williams, Costa, and Hughes Introduce PA Workplace Freedom Act
Pittsburgh, Pa. − March 14, 2019 − Senators Lindsey M. Williams, Jay Costa, and Vincent J. Hughes, joined by local elected officials, Allegheny County Labor Council members, and a crowd of union workers, announced the introduction of the Workplace Freedom Act today at...
Sens. Williams, Hughes and Costa Introduce the PA Workplace Freedom Act
Senator Lindsey Williams Attends the Workforce Freedom Act Rally held in Pittsburgh
You voted: These are the top 10 freshmen to watch in the Pa. House and Senate
We asked. You voted. These are the top 10 freshmen to watch in the Pennsylvania House and Senate. We’ll stress up front that this list is ordered alphabetically by last name and doesn’t reflect a preference, implicit or explicit, for any particular lawmaker. We’ll...
Legislation for PA National Guard college benefits
Harrisburg, PA – Governor Wolf has proposed the Military Family Education Program, or PA GI Bill, enabling members of the Pennsylvania National Guard to earn college benefits for their spouse and children. Senator Lindsey Williams will co-sponsor the legislation in...
Senator Williams Prime Sponsor of Landmark Education Program to Support PA National Guard Members Families
Pittsburgh, Pa. − February 27, 2019 − Senator Lindsey M. Williams, along with Governor Tom Wolf, Major General Tony Carrelli, Adjutant General of Pennsylvania, Senator Mike Regan, Representative Stephen Barrar, and Representative Chris Sainato announced legislation...
Sen. Lindsey Williams Remarks on the PA National Guard GI Bill
PA to Introduce the First Military Family Education Plan – PA GI Bill
Sen. Lindsey Williams PA National Guard GI Bill Interview :: February 27, 2019
Governor Wolf introduces PA GI Bill, First Education Program to support PA National Guard Member Families
LEBANON COUNTY, Pa.– Today at Fort Indiantown Gap, Governor Tom Wolf outlined the benefits of his proposed PA GI Bill that enables members of the Pennsylvania National Guard (PNG) to earn college benefits for their spouse and children. The PA GI Bill, or Military...
Senator Williams and Representative Gainey Respond to Charter Appeal Board Decision
Pittsburgh, Pa. − February 26, 2019 − Senator Lindsey M. Williams and Representative Ed Gainey expressed disappointment that the Corbet-appointed Charter Appeal Board overruled the Pittsburgh Public School Board’s unanimous decision to deny a charter to Catalyst...
Senator Lindsey M. Williams Announces District Office Move
Pittsburgh, Pa. − February 25, 2019 − Senator Lindsey M. Williams announced today that her District Office will move to 5000 McKnight Road, Suite 405, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15237, effective Wednesday, February 27, 2019. “My staff and I were incredibly lucky to...
Senator Lindsey Williams Fire Commissioner/PEMA Budget Hearing Wrap Up
Senator Lindsey Williams Attends the PA Emergency Management Agency/Fire Commissioner 2019-2020 PA Budget Hearing
Senator Lindsey Williams First Responder Budget Hearing Wrap Up and Look Ahead
Sen. Lindsey Williams Budget Reaction Interview
$9 Million Awarded to Allegheny County Infrastructure Projects
Communities across Allegheny County will receive more than $9 million in state money for transportation and other infrastructure projects.
Senate Democrats Jointly Introduce Bill to Eliminate Statute of Limitations for Sexual Offenses
Harrisburg, Pa. − January 31, 2019 − Today, 17 members of the Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Caucus announced that they are seeking cosponsors for a bill that would abolish the statute of limitations for sexual abuse, assault and misconduct. "Sexual assault is...