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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler

@repfiedler.bsky.social
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Working mom, PA State Rep for the 184th District from #SouthPhilly, & Majority Chair of the PA House Energy Committee. Was a reporter at WHYY for a decade covering community and politics 🔎

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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
It doesn’t make sense that a worker making $7.25/hour pays the same taxes as someone making seven figures. But this is reality in Pa., where we have the 4th most regressive tax structure in the US. This is in part because of the outdated uniformity clause, one our biggest roadblocks to tax reform.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
People’s utility bills have become totally unaffordable. Yet Pennsylvania’s utility monopolies aren’t struggling: they earn among the highest profit margins for their shareholders of any industry. Pennsylvanians should pay for safe and reliable service, not shareholder profits.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
If a data center requires Pennsylvania's energy generation, transmissions, distribution or other grid infrastructure, the costs should be borne by the companies creating that demand - not by the Pennsylvania households and businesses that are already paying too high a price.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
While Trump caters to Big Tech, it's up to states to act on AI and data centers. I spoke with Joel D. Smith on Face the State this weekend to talk about what we're doing in the PA House Energy Committee and beyond to make sure families and working people are protected from Big Tech's overreach.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
New technology isn't inherently bad, but we need guardrails on AI and data centers that come from democratically elected leaders - not billionaire CEOs.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Congrats to Allegheny Valley School District on today's news of their Solar for Schools award! The project is estimated to save the district over $80,000 a year - those energy savings can be used for teacher salaries, classroom materials, facility upgrades, and more. cumberlink.com/news/communi...
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Shapiro administration backs solar for schools, farm upgrades
Pennsylvania’s CFA approved more than $3.6 million for a Solar for Schools project in Allegheny County and agricultural equipment upgrades in Adams County.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
I was proud to take part in the historic #PAHouse session at Congress Hall. Taking time to reflect on the complicated founding of American democracy, I'm filled with renewed optimism for the opportunity to serve my South Philly district to make this a government truly of, by and for the people.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
The PUC issued a dire warning this morning about the outlook of PA's energy future. As Chair of the House Energy Committee, I propose a new vision: more renewables, a modernized grid, investment in battery storage, efficiency measures to manage demand, and oversight on Big Tech's data centers.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Yesterday, the PA House of Reps gathered in Philadelphia for a special session at Congress Hall to honor America's 250th - of course I wouldn't pass up a chance to use SEPTA to get there!
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Wonderful new from Cambria Heights School District, whose #SolarforSchools arrays are already generating 90% of their buildings' energy this school year! www.altoonamirror.com/news/local-n...
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Cambria Heights School District unveils solar array at Cambria Heights Elementary School
CARROLLTOWN — When Cambria Heights Elementary School students returned to school last Thursday, the district’s new rooftop solar array was already running and generating electricity for their classroo...
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Liz Shuler @lizshuler.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Extreme heat is a workplace safety issue. You have the right to speak up about unsafe conditions and to act together with your coworkers to demand a safer workplace.
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Heat at Work | AFL-CIO
Exposure to heat at work has long been recognized as a health and safety hazard. Climate change is worsening the problem as heat at work becomes more deadly every year.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Big Tech like to play by their own rules, hurting their customers and clients in the process. But with bold policy like my Digital Ads Tax bill and increased oversight over tech's unchecked power, we can balance the playing field in PA. penncapital-star.com/2026/08/31/r...
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Feds and 22 states -- including Pennsylvania -- sue Amazon, alleging deceptive advertising scheme • Pennsylvania Capital-Star
The Federal Trade Commission and attorneys general from 22 states -- including Pennsylvania -- sued Amazon Monday.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
So happy to see Solar for Schools being celebrated by the Shapiro administration at Steelton-Highspire, a school district that has paved the way for school solar in PA. www.fox43.com/article/news...
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
I will never support a union-busting company, especially not when its unionized workers have been fighting for a contract for YEARS! No Starbucks for me, at my events, or in my office until Starbucks workers get the contract they deserve. #BoycottStarbucks
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Philadelphia Inquirer @inquirer.com · 18/08/2026
A former landfill in Voorhees Township will soon be covered by 13 acres of solar panels designed to generate renewable energy while lowering utility costs for the community.
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A former dump in Camden County will soon be home to energy-generating solar panels
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
More good Solar for Schools news is rolling in! The latest awardees of Solar for Schools grants span from Southeast to Central PA. Applications for year two of funding are still being accepted - schools can head to pahouse.com/fiedler/solar4schools to learn more. dced.pa.gov/newsroom/sha...
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Shapiro Administration Invests More Than $1.6 Million to Reduce Energy Costs for Schools, Businesses, and Residents - PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Today’s funding approvals through the Commonwealth Financing Authority will help lower energy costs and reduce carbon pollution in four counties. $1.6 Million in grants were approved through the Solar...
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Your neighborhood. Your representative. Your resources. South Philly: see how my office can help you and your family. Call, visit, or email us: pahouse.com/fiedler 2400 S. 9th St., Philadelphia PA 19148 (215) 271-9190 RepFiedler@pahouse.net
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Pennsylvania Capital-Star @penncapital-star.com · 20/07/2026
Grants can now cover up to 75% of the total cost of a solar project, up from the previous maximum of 50%. Districts can also enter power-purchase agreements with solar developers to more easily arrange for panel installation and secure lower, fixed energy rates. From @emilyscolnick.bsky.social
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Pa. Solar for Schools program renewed for third year • Pennsylvania Capital-Star
Pennsylvania’s Solar for Schools program has been renewed for a third year, receiving $25 million in this year’s budget.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
The School Facilities Inventory is now law with the passage of the PA state budget! My colleagues @reppowell.com, @reptarikkhan.bsky.social, Rep. Probst and I introduced this legislation as a way to more efficiently address the crisis of unsafe school buildings in PA. www.pahouse.com/Fiedler/InTh...
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Lawmakers celebrate policy for urgent school facility repairs in FY 2026-27 state budget
HARRISBURG, July 17 – State Reps. Elizabeth Fiedler, D-Phila.; Lindsay Powell, D-Allegheny; Tarik Khan, D-Phila.; and Tarah Probst, D-Monroe/Pike, on Thursday celebrated the inclusion of the school fa...
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
HUGE climate win in PA! We approved another year of funding for Solar for Schools, the grant program that offsets the costs for schools to generate their own clean energy. It's a win for education, workers, taxpayers, and the planet. Learn more at pahouse.com/fiedler/solar4schools
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PA House Majority Policy Committee @padempolicy.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
“At a time when people are trying to save every dollar they can, this is absolutely legislation we should be able to pass into law." - @repfiedler.bsky.social www.pahouse.com/InTheNews/Ne...
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House members, advocates make bipartisan push for money-saving Advanced Transmission Technologies bill
HARRISBURG, July 1 – Today, a bipartisan group of lawmakers and advocates spoke in strong support of H.B. 2223, the advanced transmission technologies, or ATTs, bill. The bill, which passed the House ...
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
We all deserve reliable & affordable energy. My bill supports advanced transmission technologies (ATTs) to modernize our electric grid, reduce costs, and help lower your utility bills. I spoke this week in the Capitol about the importance of getting HB2223 over the line. youtu.be/RqADYGf8yLc
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Fiedler Modernizing the Grid to Lower Energy Costs for Pennsylvanians
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
As their strike deadline approaches, I’m proud to stand with the members of IBEW Local 614 in their call for a fair contract and safe working conditions.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
I was happy to be joined by my colleague Rep. Shaffer and energy advocates today to discuss the importance of advanced transmission technologies (ATTs). My ATT bill HB2223 passed the House UNANIMOUSLY in May! We call on the Senate to take up this common sense legislation!
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Spotlight PA @spotlightpa.org · 26/06/2026
Trump cuts to clean energy credits threaten planned renewable projects across Pa. www.spotlightpa.org/news/2026/06/cl…
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Trump cuts to clean energy credits upend PA projects
A law signed by the president in 2025 accelerated the phaseout of federal investment tax credits for renewable energy that had been expanded under Biden.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
We all deserve a safe home, yet too many Americans can't afford crucial home repairs - a growing issue as we watch the destructive impacts of climate change. I was proud to vote for Whole-Home Repairs in '22, and excited see this bipartisan program now help countless Americans nationwide.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Return on Equity HB2224 passed the House today with a unanimous vote! This bill I cosponsored with Rep. Burgos would ensure that customers pay no more than what is necessary for their energy bills.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Last week, I was on CBS 21's Face the State to talk about an important bill that would protect consumers from skyrocketing energy costs. Return on Equity sets a fair, standard rate for how much shareholders can profit from utilities. When families are struggling, we need companies to do their part.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
The bills are too high. But a new report shows that with the right policy choices, we could be saving Pa. residents $850/year in their utility bills. I spoke this week with @NRDC and Evergreen Collaborative about how the House Energy Committee is putting working people first.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Pennsylvania households cannot handle another rate hike. Today, the House Consumer Protection, Utilities, and Technology Committee voted out the Return on Equity bill with BIPARTISAN support! This bill w/ @repburgos.com is one step in making life more affordable for working families.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
No more tax breaks and loopholes for billionaires! Last week, my proposed tax on digital ads passed the Finance Committee. This bill will make Big Tech companies pay their fair share for putting advertisements on our phones. It would bring in $500 million -yearly! - to our Commonwealth.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
The latest recipients of Solar for Schools awards were recently announced - including three in @PHLschools, one of which is my district's own @FurnessHigh! I am so thrilled and encouraged by this news, and excited to see more S4S wins this year! www.pahouse.com/InTheNews/Ne...
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Fiedler celebrates first awardees of Solar for Schools in its second year; School District of Philadelphia to bring solar to three school buildings
PHILADELPHIA, June 4 – The PA Department of Community and Economic Development recently announced a more than $1.9 million investment in five Pennsylvania schools through the Solar for Schools grant p...
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Extreme heat is deadly: about 40 workers die yearly from exposure to heat. These deaths are tragic - and preventable. With guidelines for shade, water, and rest, we can protect the people who keep Pa. running. I'm proud to cosponsor Workplace Heat Protections w/ Rep. Jim Haddock
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Every workplace death is preventable. This week, the House Labor Committee held a hearing on Workplace Heat Protections, my bill with Rep. Haddock. We saw an outpouring of support for the bill from labor, environmental, health, farmwork, and occupational safety advocates.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
More than 200 @seiuhcpa.org members and POWER Interfaith visited Harrisburg this week with a clear message: as families and workers struggle, we must fund healthcare. My digital ads tax bill with @repabney.com and @repinglis.com would bring in millions of revenue to fund healthcare in PA.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
If you profit in PA, you pay taxes. Simple. Yet huge tech companies like Meta make billions on digital ads but don't pay a penny to PA. We need a simple update to our tax code so Big Tech stops getting a free ride. This would add millions to fund schools, transit, and more. youtu.be/xMuR7k7a-Gw
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Fiedler on Taxing Digital Advertising Profits of Social Platforms
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
TODAY: Lawmakers, labor leaders, environmental advocates, farmers and workers will gather in the Capitol at 12:30pm to call for urgent action on Workplace Heat Protections. As we head into another record-breaking summer in PA, we must ensure worker safety. www.youtube.com/live/bDua3Lt...
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PRESS CONFERENCE: Workplace Heat Protections
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In These Times @inthesetimes.com · 01/06/2026
Abortion bans, maternity ward closures, gaps in NICU care and limits on therapy services are not separate issues. They are part of a health care system that routinely fails families. @byreginamahone.bsky.social on building a more expansive reproductive justice movement.
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The Reproductive Justice Movement Must Be Expansive Under a Second Trump Term
With a federal Republican trifecta, the reproductive and disability justice movements need each other more than ever.
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Rep. Danielle Friel Otten @repdanielle.com · 28/05/2026
𝑰𝑪𝒀𝑴𝑰 📰 𝑷𝒆𝒏𝒏𝒔𝒚𝒍𝒗𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒂 𝑪𝒂𝒑𝒊𝒕𝒂𝒍-𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒓: 𝑷𝑨 𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒌𝒔 𝒏𝒆𝒂𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒐𝒕𝒕𝒐𝒎 𝒊𝒏 𝒂𝒅𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒘𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒚 𝒕𝒐 𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒓𝒊𝒄 𝒈𝒓𝒊𝒅 We cannot sit around and do nothing while other states pass us by in the race to diversify our energy sources and create clean, reliable, and affordable energy.
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PA ranks near the bottom in adding renewable energy to electric grid • Pennsylvania Capital-Star
Pennsylvania only gets about 5 percent of its electricity from renewable sources, according to federal data.
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PA House Majority Policy Committee @padempolicy.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
"..people can’t even afford their energy bills & these companies are making record-breaking profits. That needs to change." @repfiedler.bsky.social "We’re making it clear that PA is done just rubber-stamping every price hike that comes across the desk.” @repburgos.com www.pahouse.com/Fiedler/InTh...
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Fiedler, Burgos introduce legislation to curb excessive profits for utility corporations, save consumers money
HARRISBURG, May 18 – Pennsylvania House Energy Committee Majority Chair Elizabeth Fiedler and state House Consumer Protection, Technology & Utilities Committee Majority Chair Danilo Burgos introduced ...
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
I was happy to sit down with @seankitchen.bsky.social of @keystonenewsroom.bsky.social to talk about what House Democrats are doing to address energy affordability. My Return on Equity Bill HB2224 would protect working people by preventing utility price gouging. keystonenewsroom.com/news/pa-lawm...
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Pa. lawmakers target utility profits as companies raise rates
Private utility companies have increased rates 49% more than the rate of inflation over the past three years.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
More Solar for Schools in the news! 🌞 “We think anywhere from 60-70 percent of our electricity will actually be generated by panels we own," says Superintendent Ken Kerchenske of the Cambria Heights School District wjactv.com/news/local/r...
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Rooftop solar panels to bring power to Cambria Heights Elementary next school year
Solar power is poised to play a major role at Cambria Heights Elementary School, where the district is moving ahead with a project expected to cover most of the
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
I recently testified in front of Philadelphia City Council to discuss the energy crisis and policies that can help reduce the burden on working people. Thank you to @cmthomasphl.bsky.social and Councilmember Driscoll for welcoming to speak at their hearing.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
When our neighbors are struggling to cover basics while utility companies make historic profits, something has to change. HB2224, introduced today with @repburgos.com will shield your utility bills from corporate greed. Lawmakers should work for the people - not the shareholders.
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Liz Shuler @lizshuler.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Union members working in stadiums, hotels, transportation and event production will be critical to the success of the FIFA World Cup. They deserve dignity, safety and respect on the job, not racial profiling, intimidation or fear from ICE enforcement in host cities.
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AFL-CIO Demands FIFA Protect Workers, Keep ICE Out of Host Cities | AFL-CIO
AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler called on FIFA leadership to keep Department of Homeland Security (DHS) immigration agents, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) out of World Cup host citie...
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
I'll be at City Hall today to speak at a hearing organized by Councilmembers Thomas and Driscoll about energy affordability - a topic I've been focused on as Chair of the House Energy Committee. We have real solutions at the city and state level to bring costs down and protect working families.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
You don't hear "unanimous" too often in Harrisburg, but when it comes to practical solutions to energy affordability, I'm glad we can find common ground. I'm so happy to share that my Advanced Transmission Technologies bill is moving forward. www.pahouse.com/Fiedler/InTh...
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Solar for Schools is the grant program I helped pass in 2024, a way for school districts in Pa. to install and own their own solar panels. Today at 1pm, superintendents and advocates will celebrate the program and share updates on their projects: www.youtube.com/live/o-19ZYv...
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PRESS CONFERENCE: Solar for Schools
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
I am grateful to see @governor.pa.gov taking a stand for working families amid the energy affordability crisis. I agree with his call for "transparent, justifiable equity returns" from utility companies, which is part of my Return on Equity bill, HB2224
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Pennsylvania’s Shapiro lays out benchmarks for power price hikes
The governor's criteria seeks to head off what he sees as excessive requests that could worsen the burden on electricity customers in the state.
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PA State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler @repfiedler.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Yesterday, I spoke to the House Finance Committee about the Digital Ads Tax bill I cosponsored with Rep Abney and Rep Inglis, which could bring in an additional $500 million in annual revenue to PA - without raising taxes by a penny on everyday households. penncapital-star.com/uncategorize...
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