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It’s an absolutely gorgeous day to fund public transit
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The ripple effects of no funding for public transit and SEPTA’s cuts are growing worse every day. Public transit and rail is a huge driver for our states’ economy. Stop the shenanigans and fund public transit now!
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The ROAD To Housing Act is the first step in tackling housing affordability in communities throughout the nation. As a result of bipartisan compromise, federal support for locally-led reforms will reduce regulatory barriers to increasing housing supply and attainability for all.
For Chairman @SenatorTimScott, housing is personal. That’s why he’s continued to prioritize solutions to make housing more affordable. And under his leadership, the committee advanced bipartisan housing legislation for the first time in over a decade.
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Over the last few weeks we spotlighted the Whole-Home Repairs program in 19 counties. Too many Pennsylvanians are living in unsafe, deteriorating homes. 📘 Check out the full report: bit.ly/WHRFullReport
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10,000 Friends is growing! We're hiring a Program Director. Learn more and apply at bit.ly/46nLMC5
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Glad to see Montana leading the way! Congrats @Shelter_WF !
A second wave of pro-housing bills just passed in Montana: - Legalized apartments up to 60 ft. in commercial zones - Enacted major statewide parking reform - Legalized single-stair up to 6 stories - Capped impact fees increases. It's another Montana Miracle!
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If you had to guess, how many bipartisan laws in the past decade do you think passed Congress with majorities of both parties in support? open.substack.com/pub/sharon…
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Through thoughtful policy changes, #zoningreform can create an increase of attainable housing for all types of American households. Here are 5 practical zoning hacks for missing middle housing: bit.ly/3OATe00
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State government nerds and/or folk whose paycheck relies upon being In The Know™️: You can find a list of all House committee assignments (both D and R) at this link. buff.ly/4h4lOFG
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March 25 is the date Lancaster County voters will be asked to go to the polls and elect a senator to fill the 36th District seat vacated by @RyanPAumentPA
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Hope to see you at Homes Within Reach in Hershey on Dec 4-6 cvent.me/1ZRra3?sms=7&cn=m4T…
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Really interesting proposal on zoning reform. We love the idea of designated Density Districts chosen by local governments and dividends for creating housing in those districts. Its purely opt-in, no mandates. Would dividends be enough to incentivize PA municipalities to opt in?
Quick thread on Density Zones, our new proposal for how the federal government can help address zoning problems. Why do I think this type of solution makes sense? I will explain…
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And you should go back and fix it. Safe Streets For All (SS4A) grants are open now through 8/29. transportation.gov/grants/SS… #completestreets #VisionZero
Here are a few design elements that encourage slower speeds: - Narrower lanes. - Bollards. - Curb extensions. - Raised crosswalks.
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