Pennsylvania lawmakers
Coverage of Pennsylvania lawmakers in the Nexus archive.
- Bonus Episode Four: Terri Harper on Waiting for Freedom
The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania ruled mandatory life-without-parole sentences for second degree murder unconstitutional, prompting lawmakers to draft new guidelines. Senate Bill 1400 proposes parole eligibility after 35 years or age 70 with 20 years served, affecting 1,100 inmates including Terri Harper, a 35-year lifer at SCI Muncy.
- Pa. lawmakers renew push to regulate, tax skill games after high court ruling
Pennsylvania lawmakers are pushing to regulate and tax skill games following the state Supreme Court's ruling declaring the devices illegal. The decision, which came ahead of the June 30 budget deadline, has intensified efforts to address the proliferation of skill games in stores, with bipartisan hopes for legislative action. Governor Josh Shapiro and House Democrats have emphasized the need for a resolution.