Legislation

Council sought to make body armor sellers and residents comply with record-keeping and registration requirements.

Philadelphia residents who buy or own body armor must register it with the city under a new law requiring sellers to keep records and submit sales data. Sellers also must maintain these records for future audits by Philadelphia authorities.

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Philadelphia City Council Approves $187 Million Budget Boost for Aging Philadelphia Gas Works Infrastructure

Philly residents could soon see lower gas bills as the city council votes to pump $187 million into aging pipes and infrastructure, aiming to reduce leaks and outages that cost homeowners thousands each year.

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Philadelphia Council Votes to Loosen Stricter Rules on Single-Room Residences Amid Housing Shortage Crisis

Philadelphia City Council has approved a bill to relax rules governing single-room residences, allowing for their limited expansion under certain terms and conditions amidst the city's housing shortage crisis.

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City Council Advances Bill to Boost Rooftop Solar Power with Easier Installation Regulations

Councilmember Green's bill to ease rooftop solar panel installation advances, allowing certain systems to exceed height and structural limits in Philadelphia. The new regulations aim to make it easier for residents and businesses to install solar panels.

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City Tightens Ethics Protections to Prevent Retaliation Against Whistleblowers and Ethics Investigators

Philadelphia Homeowners Face Higher Tax Bills Amid City Council Push for More Progressive Property Tax Reform Under the proposed changes, owners of larger properties could see their tax rates reduced while lower-income families may face significant increases as part of an effort to make taxes more equitable across neighborhoods.

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Council Tackles Campaign Finance Reform with Revisions to City Law on Political Contributions and Expenditures

Local activists are cheering a proposal that would ban corporate donations to Philly politicians, but opponents warn it could silence small business owners' voices in city politics.

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Council Votes to Put Redistricting Reform Before Voters in Upcoming Special Election on City Charter Change

Council votes to put redistricting reform before voters in upcoming special election on city charter change. A Redistricting Commission would be created to reapportion City Council districts after each census, with a special election scheduled to let voters weigh in on the proposal.

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Philadelphia Amending PACE Program Participation to Align with New State Legislation Requirements

Small businesses across Philadelphia may soon be able to finance energy-efficient upgrades without upfront costs, but a contentious council proposal seeks to overhaul the city's PACE program to comply with new state regulations.

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Philadelphia City Council Moves to Clarify Powers of Philadelphia Energy Authority as it Expands Clean Energy Efforts

Philadelphia residents may see lower energy costs as City Council proposes new rules for the Philadelphia Energy Authority, which would allow it to purchase power directly from renewable sources and increase its oversight of city buildings.

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Philadelphia Offers Up To 10000 Bonuses For New Police Officers And Referrals

Philadelphia is offering up to $10,000 in bonuses to new police cadets, along with incentives for referring individuals to become officers, as part of a program aimed at boosting recruitment.

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City Employees Can Live Where They Please Under New Plan Allowing Non-Philadelphia Residents to Be Hired

Philadelphia city employees can now be hired if they've passed a GED test, completed a degree in the city within 5 years, or served in the military and returned home. The new rules allow non-Philadelphia residents to join city staff under certain conditions.

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Philadelphia Council OKs Major Changes to Gas Works Funding Amid Shifts in Management Agreement Requirements

Major overhauls to the way Philadelphia funds its troubled gas utility are set to take effect, shifting millions in costs onto the shoulders of city ratepayers amid a contentious dispute over PGW's management structure.

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Philadelphia Set to Issue Bonds for City Water and Wastewater Projects Amid Ongoing Infrastructure Needs

Philadelphia homeowners could see their property taxes rise by $100 a year if Council passes a plan to pay for millions in overdue stormwater infrastructure repairs with increased real estate fees. A new bill would give Philadelphia's Department of Licenses and Inspections the power to shut down businesses found selling e-cigarettes to minors, and impose hefty fines on violators.

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Philadelphia Facilities Signs Deal Renewing Gas Storage and Transportation Pact with Transcontinental Pipeline

A city-crafted deal seals the future of natural gas supply lines, keeping the Philly Gas Works fueled through at least 2028 under a revamped contract with Transcontinental Pipeline. Local residents may see no change to their utility bills as a result.

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City Council Sends Proposed Age Hike for Elected Officials to Voters in Upcoming Ballot Measure

Council votes to put age hike for city officials on May ballot, asking voters whether to set minimum at 21 years old. The proposed change would affect eligibility for election as certain city officials.

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Council Proposed Enhanced Ethics Rules for City Officials to Clarify Conflicts and Financial Interests

City Council toughens ethics rules, requiring officials to disclose more income details amid push for greater financial transparency.

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City Council Unveils Plan to Fund Campaigns with Taxpayer Dollars Starting Next Year

Philadelphia may soon fund political campaigns with taxpayer dollars under a new system that would provide matching funds to candidates meeting specific requirements. City Council members Green, Squilla, and Brooks are sponsoring the proposal.

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Philadelphia's Campaign Finance Laws Get Major Overhaul with New Disclosure Requirements

Philadelphia Small Business Owners Worry as City Council Bill Targets Parking Minimums, Threatening Thousands of Jobs in Neighborhood Retail Districts. Council Proposes Overnight Delivery Fee Cap Amid Growing Concerns Over Amazon's Impact on Local Economy and Small Package Shops.

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City Hall Sets Stage for Creation of Powerful Oversight Agency Amid Growing Calls for Transparency

City officials face increased scrutiny as bill proposes creating powerful Office of Inspector General to investigate corruption, waste, and misconduct in city operations.

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Philadelphia City Council Moves to Launch Public Financing Entity Amid Efforts to Boost Local Economic Growth

This bill creates a public financing entity to promote community economic development and address financial disparities in Philadelphia.

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