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Alliance For Integrity & Reform: 'The need for 340B reform is clear' with 100% of Pa. hospitals not investing profits into patient care

By Nicholas Malfitano | Sep 18, 2024

The authors of a March report that details profits earned by Disproportionate Share Hospitals (DSHs) through the 340B Drug Pricing Program are calling for reform of the program after finding that 100 percent of DHS hospitals in Pa. aren't investing savings earned through “significant discounts” on drugs into “charity care” for the low-income and uninsured patients they serve.

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VA home loan amount averages $296,249 in Pennsylvania for Q2

By Keystone Today | Sep 16, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in Pennsylvania during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $296,249, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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RFK Jr.'s endorsement of Trump could impact Catholic voters in Pennsylvania

By Keystone Today | Sep 16, 2024

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., former Democratic presidential candidate, recently endorsed Donald Trump, a move that may impact Catholic voters across the country, including in Pennsylvania.

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Pennsylvania Supreme Court resolves ballot delay issues

By Keystone Today | Sep 16, 2024

Today, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled in the final of four lawsuits delaying the printing and mailing of ballots to voters beyond the September 16 deadline. In the final case, the state Supreme Court ruled third-party candidate Cornel West would not appear on the state’s November ballot, allowing the Department of State to certify the general election ballot.

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VA provides 13.3% fewer home purchase loans in Pennsylvania in Q2

By Keystone Today | Sep 14, 2024

There were 1,136 VA home purchases in Pennsylvania in the second quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $345.2 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Pennsylvania sees more individual income tax revenue in Q1

By Keystone Today | Sep 13, 2024

The first quarter brought in $4.3 billion in individual income tax revenue for Pennsylvania, an 18.7% increase from the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Healthcare worker shortage continues to persist in the Commonwealth, affecting reception of services for patients

By Nicholas Malfitano | Sep 13, 2024

Officials in Pennsylvania have pointed to a shortage of healthcare personnel as a key reason for gaps in medical services which persist throughout the state.

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National Voter Registration Sunday coming up for Pennsylvania residents

By Keystone Today reports | Sep 12, 2024

Pennsylvania residents and Christian leaders nationwide are recognizing "National Voter Registration Sunday" as the presidential election nears.

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Pennsylvania ranks 16th in total VA home loans during Q2

By Keystone Today | Sep 10, 2024

Pennsylvania ranked 16th in the nation in VA home loans in the second quarter of 2024, with 1,805 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Pennsylvania receives high marks on Common Cause's Democracy Scorecard

By Keystone Today | Sep 9, 2024

Common Cause, a nonpartisan watchdog organization, has released its 2024 "Democracy Scorecard," which evaluates every member of Congress on their support for voting rights, Supreme Court ethics, and other reforms.

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Pennsylvania ranked 38th in average VA home loan amount in Q2

By Keystone Today | Sep 7, 2024

With $296,249 in home loans issued, Pennsylvania ranked 38th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Analysis: Pennsylvania one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Keystone Today | Sep 6, 2024

An analysis by Keystone Today shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” Pennsylvania is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls' high school sports.

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Number of VA loans issued in Pennsylvania increased by 4.1% from Q2 2023 to Q2 2024

By Keystone Today | Sep 4, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 1,805 home loans in Pennsylvania, totaling $534.7 million, during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Pennsylvania in Q2 vs. Q1 2024

By Keystone Today | Sep 3, 2024

The VA issued 266 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Pennsylvania during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 24 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Pennsylvania: Biologics companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Pennsylvania in August

By Keystone Today | Sep 3, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Biologics company from Pennsylvania in August.

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FDA Inspection: What type of Pennsylvania companies were under most scrutiny during August?

By Keystone Today | Sep 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted six inspections at six Food and Cosmetics companies from Pennsylvania in August.