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The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Pennsylvania in the second quarter of fiscal year 2023 was $290,808, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

567 people die from diseases of the heart in Pennsylvania during week ending June 24

There were 567 deaths from diseases of the heart reported in Pennsylvania in the week ending June 24, making up 22.8% of total deaths by all causes in Pennsylvania.

Tax revenue analysis: Pennsylvania collects $7.5 billion million in sales and gross receipt in Q1

Pennsylvania collected $7.5 billion in sales and gross receipt taxes during the first quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Campaign spending: Top Q1 political donation recipients in Pennsylvania

These Pennsylvania political organizations received the most money from campaign donations in the first quarter of 2023, according to the Federal Election Commission.

Average VA Purchase Loan amount in Pennsylvania increases from Q1 to Q2

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Pennsylvania in the second quarter of fiscal year 2023 was $290,808, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index

Thousands of Steelworker and Auto Worker Pensions Saved by the American Rescue Plan

By Keystone Today Report | Jun 30, 2023

On June 29, 2023, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) applauded the announcement that the pension of approximately 6,700 Pennsylvania workers and retirees will be protected, thanks to the American Rescue Plan.

How many Under 25-year-olds died in Pennsylvania during week ending June 10?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 30 individuals under the age of 25 died during the week ending June 10.

16 people die in Pennsylvania with COVID-19 listed as a contributing cause in week ending June 24

There were 16 deaths with COVID-19 listed as a contributing cause reported in Pennsylvania during the week ending June 24, a 36% decrease from the previous week.

527 people die from cancer in Pennsylvania during week ending June 24

There were 527 deaths from cancer reported in Pennsylvania in the week ending June 24, making up 21.2% of total deaths by all causes in Pennsylvania.

11 people die in Pennsylvania with COVID-19 listed as the underlying cause in week ending June 24

There were 11 deaths with COVID-19 listed as the underlying cause reported in Pennsylvania during the week ending June 24, a 8.3% decrease from the previous week.

Fetterman, Shaheen, and Blumenthal Lead New Manufactured Housing Tenant’s Bill of Rights to Protect Mobile Homeowners and Renters

By Keystone Today Report | Jun 29, 2023

Pennsylvania U.S. Senator John Fetterman, along with Sens. Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), today introduced the Manufactured Tenant’s Bill of Rights, legislation that would provide tenants and owners of manufactured (mobile) homes with enhanced protections against predatory landowners in federally backed Manufactured Housing Communities (MHC).

Casey, Fetterman Applaud Nomination of Judge Karoline Mehalchick as U.S. District Judge for Middle District of Pennsylvania

By Keystone Today Report | Jun 29, 2023

On June 28, 2023, U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and John Fetterman (D-PA) are announcing that President Joe Biden has nominated Judge Karoline Mehalchick to serve on the United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania.

Casey-Led Legislation to Protect Pregnant Workers Takes Effect

By Keystone Today Report | Jun 29, 2023

On June 27, 2023, U.S. Senator Bob Casey’s (D-PA) legislation, Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, is going into effect, ensuring pregnant workers are treated fairly in the workplace.

114 people die from cerebrovascular diseases in Pennsylvania during week ending June 24

There were 114 deaths from cerebrovascular diseases reported in Pennsylvania in the week ending June 24, making up 4.6% of total deaths by all causes in Pennsylvania.

527 people die in Pennsylvania from cancer in week ending June 24

There were 527 deaths with cancer listed as the underlying cause reported in Pennsylvania during the week ending June 24, a 3.7% decrease from the previous week.

810 people age 85 and older in Pennsylvania are estimated to have died during week ending June 10

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 810 individuals age 85 and older died during the week ending June 10.

567 people die in Pennsylvania from heart disease in week ending June 24

There were 567 deaths with heart disease listed as the underlying cause reported in Pennsylvania during the week ending June 24, a 9.5% increase over the previous week.

104 people die from chronic lower respiratory diseases in Pennsylvania during week ending June 24