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Senator Hughes Blasts Plan to Change Electoral College Process
PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 14, 2011 – State Sen. Vincent J. Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) joined his Senate Democratic colleagues in objecting to Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi’s proposal to change the Electoral College voting process. Pileggi would like Pennsylvania to award an electoral vote to a presidential candidate for each congressional district he or she wins.
Senator Hughes Tours District to Discuss Projects that Address Challenged Areas and Bring about Job Creation
PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 13, 2011 – Senator Vincent Hughes (D – Philadelphia/Montgomery) today joined Philadelphia City Councilman Darrell Clarke, Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) Executive Director Brian Hudson and the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA) Executive Director Michael Kelly for a tour of parts of the Senator’s district to discuss possible, affordable housing and development opportunities in some sections of the city.
Senator Hughes Sits Down with Constituents to Discuss President Obama’s Jobs Plan
PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 8, 2011 – Senator Vincent Hughes (D – Philadelphia/Montgomery) sat down with constituents to watch President Obama’s televised jobs proposal and receive feedback on their employment struggles and suggestions for moving forward.
Senator Hughes Introduces Legislation to Help Every Student in PA’s Failing Schools
HARRISBURG, Sept. 2, 2011 – Senator Vincent Hughes (D – Philadelphia/Montgomery), chairman of the Senate Democratic Appropriations Committee, today announced that a series of public hearings with the state-related universities, the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) and community colleges are set to kick off Wednesday, Sept. 7 at Pennsylvania State University in State College, PA.
Senator Hughes Applauds New Office Opening in Manayunk
PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 8, 2011 – State Sen. Vincent J. Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) today visited the Water Works warehouse conversion office project, located at 3 Rector Street in the Manayunk section of Philadelphia. “I wanted to be on hand today to personally...
Senator Hughes Congratulates Philadelphia Grocer for White House Recognition
PHILADELPHIA, July 20, 2011 – Sen. Vincent Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) today congratulated ShopRite’s Jeffrey Brown, for his acknowledgment by First Lady Michelle Obama. Mr. Brown joined the First Lady today at the White House as she recognized him for his work in providing healthy and affordable food to local communities in Philadelphia and surrounding areas.
Senator Hughes Rejects Republican Spending Plan
HARRISBURG, June 28, 2011 – Senate Democratic Appropriations Chairman Vincent Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) today said he voted against the Republican budget contained in House Bill 1485 because it will hurt students, seniors, taxpayers and Pennsylvanias most vulnerable.
Senator Hughes Reminds People to Know Their HIV Status
HARRISBURG, June 27, 2011 - Senator Hughes today reminded individuals to know their HIV status, as June 27 marks National HIV Testing Day. “I will continue to remind individuals about the importance of knowing their HIV status as long as HIV/AIDS continues its...
Senator Hughes Introduces Amendment to Restore Lincoln University Funding
HARRISBURG, June 26, 2011 – Sen. Vincent Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) tonight pushed back against Governor Corbett’s budget agreement that decimates education by introducing an amendment to Senate Bill 1125 that would have restored funding to Lincoln University...
Daily Surplus Countdown-Day 6: $700 Million Year End Surplus in Sight
$40 Million Added Friday HARRISBURG, June 24, 2011 – Sen. Vincent Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) today announced state tax receipts for June 23 added $40 million to the budget surplus, getting Pennsylvania closer to a $700 million surplus for the state budget. "At...
Lawmakers Offer Philadelphia Teacher Contract Protections
HARRISBURG, June 20, 2011 – Democratic lawmakers today introduced legislation that would blunt the Philadelphia School Reform Commission’s (SRC) attempt to violate seniority provisions in the existing teacher labor contract and then potentially cancel other labor...
Senator Hughes Votes for Additional $50 Million to Aid College Students
HARRISBURG, June 16, 2011 - State Sen. Vincent J. Hughes (D-Philadelphia/ Montgomery), who serves on the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency’s (PHEAA) Board of Directors, today voted to authorize an additional $50 million to help young people attend and...
Proposal Would Modernize PA Wine and Spirit Store Operations
Harrisburg, April 14, 2011 – In response to yesterday’s Senate Law and Justice Committee hearing on the modernization of the Liquor Control Board operations and in conjunction with the Senate Democrats “Budget Savings Plan,” three Democratic senators are unveiling...
Senate Democrats Offer $1.1 Billion Budget Savings Plan
Restores Funding for Basic and Higher Education, Health Care, Human Services Philadelphia – April 14, 2011 –Senate Democrats today unveiled a budget plan that underscores their budget priorities and includes $1.14 billion in total savings, new revenues and...
Senator Hughes Introduces Legislation to Help Every Student in PA’s Failing Schools
PHILADELPHIA, Apr. 4, 2011 – State Sen. Vincent J. Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) today introduced a plan that would establish a pilot program to help the lowest performing schools in Pennsylvania. The plan includes smaller class sizes, longer days, summer school...
Senator Hughes Joins Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony of the Wells Fargo Community Conference and Training Center
PHILADELPHIA, Mar. 31, 2011 – Senator Hughes (D - Philadelphia/Montgomery) will join members of Wells Fargo, the Salvation Army and Philadelphia City Council for the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the Wells Fargo Community Conference and Training Center at the Salvation...
Senator Hughes Joins Local Officials for the Groundbreaking of Bakers Square
HARRISBURG, Mar. 25, 2011 – State Sen. Vincent J. Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) today joined the groundbreaking for Bakers Square in the Hunting Park West section of Philadelphia at the former headquarters of the famed Tasty Baking Company. "In the midst of a...
Senators Hughes and Ferlo Discuss PLCB Changes That Could Bring PA $100 Million Annually
HARRISBURG, Mar. 22, 2011 – State Sens. Vincent J. Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) and Jim Ferlo (D –Allegheny/Armstrong/Westmoreland) today commended the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB), during a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing, for its continued...
Hughes to Hold College Financial Aid Seminar
PHILADELPHIA, Mar. 2, 2011 – State Sen. Vincent Hughes announced today he would again be hosting “Show Me the Money – A Road Map to Financial Aid for College” on Saturday, Mar. 5 at the High School of the Future in the city. “Show Me the Money” assists high school...
Senate Democrats Roll Out Sweeping Jobs Initiative
February 23, 2011 - Today Senate Democrats unveiled “PA Works” – a 6-point plan which has potential to spur the creation of tens of thousands of jobs in Pennsylvania. PA Works will reduce state spending by $150 million while giving businesses incentive to make...