Massive Fraud in Pennsylvania? What We Know. [PODCAST]
Could Minnesota-style fraud in Medicaid and other government programs happen in Pennsylvania? Due to bad policies at the state level, it could already be happening. On this debut episode of…
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Welcome to Freedom Rising!
The story of the United States begins in Pennsylvania. From the founding of our nation to becoming the beating heart of American industry, our commonwealth personifies everything—from its entrepreneurial spirit…
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School Choice Supporters Urge Shapiro to Act as Demand for Scholarships Surges
The Commonwealth Foundation joined other school choice advocates to testify before a state legislative committee, urging lawmakers to advance school choice in Pennsylvania. The event, hosted…
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The Personal Option for Health Care in Pennsylvania
Summary Keep and expand the health care systems that work: Protect Direct Primary Care (DPC) practices. Allow expanded Association Health Plans (AHPs) so small businesses can offer more affordable coverage.
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Why Pennsylvania Needs Wisconsin-Style Government Union Reform
Key Findings Government unions have enormous political power in Pennsylvania, due to a host of special legal privileges granted in state law.Government union executives use this power to trap government…
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Four Bills Would Empower Workers & Protect Taxpayer Resources
January 25, 2022, Harrisburg, Pa. — Four bills approved by the House Labor and Industry Committee Tuesday could soon bring several key public-sector labor reforms to a House vote. Lawmakers…
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Protecting the Rights of Pennsylvania Public Employees
Key Points Pennsylvania state law grants unions exclusive bargaining rights in government workplaces, makes it difficult for workers to leave their union, and allows taxpayer collection of union political money.Through…
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