In Pennsylvania, you can work 40 hours a week… and still live in poverty.
$7.25 an hour isn’t a wage—it’s a barrier to survival.
We are fighting tooth-and-nail with Republicans to make sure every Pennsylvanian has a livable wage.
Just north of Harrisburg once stood Camp Curtin - the largest Union training camp of the Civil War, where over 300,000 men began their journey to preserve the nation.
Discover this powerful piece of history as we approach #America250PA.
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Pennsylvania’s Capitol isn’t just a building - it’s a symbol of democracy in action.
Designed by Joseph Miller Huston and completed in 1906, it has witnessed generations of lawmaking that shaped our Commonwealth and our country.
Plan your visit during #America250PA.
In Philadelphia, the story of the American Revolution is everywhere.
Visit Independence Hall and explore the grounds of Carpenters' Hall to experience the places where the fight for independence took shape.
Visit:
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Every surrounding state has a higher #MinimumWage than Pennsylvania.
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Republicans have fought us for nearly 20 years to keep Pennsylvanians from receiving a fair wage.
Pennsylvania’s minimum wage is still $7.25 an hour.
That’s not just outdated—it’s unacceptable and entirely the fault of Republicans.
No one working full-time should be struggling to afford rent, food or healthcare.
Born in Kirkwood, Marianne Moore was a modernist poet known for her precise language & wit.
She published many books of poetry & was heavily involved in the Women's Suffrage Movement. In 1951, her "Collected Poems" won the Pulitzer Prize and more.
#NationalPoetryMonth
Distracted driving is the cause of thousands of vehicle crashes in Pennsylvania.
Protect your family and friends by now driving distracted.
It is illegal to read, send or write a text-based message while driving in the commonwealth.
#DistractedDrivingAwarenessMonth
In Pennsylvania, it is illegal to read, send or write a text-based message while driving in the Commonwealth.
Make sure you are protecting yourself and others by not driving distracted.
#DistractedDrivingAwarenessMonth
In April 1968, Congress passed the Fair Housing Act to protect buyers or renters from seller or landlord discrimination.
While we celebrate this landmark legislation, we also continue the fight to end housing discrimination throughout Pennsylvania.
#FairHousingAct
More than 50 years ago this month, the Fair Housing Act was passed.
The national legislation prohibits discrimination by direct providers of housing based on:
👩🏾 Race
🕌 Religion
♀️ Sex
🏛️ National origin
👪 Familial status
♿ Disability
#FairHousingAct
Republicans want Americans blind to the facts. But luckily, we can see through the lies and propaganda on their "affordability" messaging.
Everything - from groceries to utilities - costs more. Republicans could do something about it, but they won't.
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President Trump and Republican decisions are hurting every single American's pocketbook.
Housing, utilities, health insurance, car insurance, groceries and gas are all up.
They don't care about our struggles.
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Right now, Pennsylvania has the lowest legally allowed minimum wage in the country. Every state surrounding Pennsylvania - including West Virginia - has a higher minimum wage.
This puts PA at an economic disadvantage when it comes to attracting workers & bringing in tax revenue.
Pennsylvania has an incredibly rich history of being home to some of the most celebrated singers & musicians.
During #America250PA, we're highlighting the people, places, events & more that have shaped our Commonwealth.
Who's your favorite PA band or musician?
Tending a garden has a lot of health benefits.
Gardening can:
🌱 Reduce stress
🌿 Build self esteem
🌾 Improve cardiovascular function
🌵 Provide happiness
Take time this #NationalGardenMonth to plant a tree, visit a greenhouse or start a garden.
While President Trump calls the affordability crisis every American is feeling a "hoax" Pennsylvanians are feeling the very real effects of Republican decisions.
Grocery prices are up.
Health insurance is up.
Housing costs are up.
We want to make life more affordable for you.
Everyone deserves to feel safe.
This Sexual Assault Awareness Month Day of Action, join us in supporting survivors, raising awareness, and promoting consent in our communities. Wear teal and speak up.
#SAAM2026
Ending sexual violence starts with awareness, accountability and action.
Today, on Sexual Assault Awareness Month Day of Action, wear teal and help spark conversations that support survivors and promote consent.
#SAAM2026
On Sexual Assault Awareness Month Day of Action, we stand with survivors and commit to building a culture rooted in respect and consent.
Wear teal. Start the conversation. Be part of the change.
#SAAM2026
On Sexual Assault Awareness Month Day of Action, we all have a role to play in ending sexual violence, supporting survivors and promoting a culture of consent.
Wearing teal isn’t just symbolic—it starts conversations that matter.
#SAAM2026
It is Stress Awareness Month.
It is a great time to promote positive mental health through activities that allow time to recognize your personal feelings, moods and well-being.
April is Stress Awareness Month.
Here's the common effects of stress on your mood:
🔴 Anxiety
🔴 Restlessness
🔴 Lack of motivation or focus
🔴 Feeling overwhelmed
🔴Irritability/anger
🔴Sadness/depression
It's important to recognize these effects then work toward self-care.
Whether it’s planting trees, mentoring youth, or packing food boxes—every act counts.
This Global Volunteer Month, be the reason someone smiles.
April is Global Volunteer Month!
Your time and talent can make a real difference.
Find a cause you care about and jump in—your community needs you.
Nearly one million will be living with Parkinson's disease in the United States.
That is more than the combined number of people diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy and Lou Gehrig's disease.
#ParkinsonsAwarenessMonth
Follow Pennsylvania’s Highway of Heroes from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh and experience six historic sites that reflect the nation’s enduring legacy of courage, sacrifice and freedom.
Visitors who complete all six official site check-ins receive a prize!
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The Battle of Brandywine was the largest land battle of the American Revolution—a pivotal moment fought right here in Pennsylvania.
As we approach #America250, there’s no better time to walk the ground where history was made and reflect on the fight for independence.
At Valley Forge National Historical Park, resilience defined the Revolution.
During the brutal winter of 1777–78, Gen. George Washington’s army endured hunger, cold and uncertainty—emerging stronger and more unified.
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