Legislation

City Council Proposes Ballot Question to Make Charter Language More Inclusive

Philadelphia City Leaders Consider Implementing Universal Pre-K Program with Public Funding A new proposal would establish a publicly funded pre-kindergarten program, potentially providing free education to thousands of low-income children and setting up a possible showdown with Governor Wolf over state funding.

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City Council Tries to Go Green by Giving Bid Preferences to Eco-Friendly Contractors

Councilmembers Reynolds Brown, Green, Kenney, and Greenlee's proposed charter amendment would allow City Council to give public contract preferences to companies with strong environmental records. (Note: I couldn't find a specific date for the vote or introduction in the source text. However, it does mention May 19, 2009, as the election date when voters will weigh in on the proposed change.)

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Voters to Decide Fate of Universal Healthcare Plan in Special Election Set for This Fall

Philadelphia's Proposed "Ban the Box" Law May Go Too Far, Critics Say; Council Bill Would Prohibit Employers from Asking Job Applicants About Past Arrests or Convictions.

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