Legislation

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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City Hall Mandates Lobbyist Registration and Public Disclosure of Spending on Influential Efforts

Lobbyists working on high-stakes issues like development projects and zoning changes will have to reveal who's paying them and how much under a new City Hall law, aimed at shedding light on the often-secret world of behind-the-scenes deal-making.

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City Workers Banned From Accepting Gifts from Contractors and Businesses with City Ties Daily

City workers are no longer allowed to solicit or accept gifts from businesses with ties to the city, in a move aimed at preventing potential conflicts of interest and corruption.

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Philadelphia City Council Votes to Rewrite Ethics Laws with Stricter Penalties and New Rules for Board Members

Philadelphia's ethics laws are being rewritten with stricter penalties for unethical behavior, including the imposition of civil penalties. Board members will be compensated under new rules.

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Philadelphia Council Votes to Overhaul City's Defense System for Officials Amid Grand Jury Investigations

Philadelphia City Council votes to overhaul the city's defense system for officials, including changes in representation and reporting requirements amid ongoing grand jury investigations. The updated rules apply to officers and employees involved in criminal matters.

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City Workers Barred From Hiring or Promoting Relatives Under New Anti-Nepotism Rules Taking Effect Immediately

City employees now barred from hiring or promoting relatives under new anti-nepotism rules that take effect immediately, requiring job applicants to disclose city government family ties.

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