Pennsylvania nursing homes get failing grade from national group
Families for Better Care rated PA nursing homes with an F and 46th among states based on eight federal measures. Report cites staffing, inspections, and complaints. officials link funding limits and Medicaid underfunding to care quality amid state oversight and penalties.
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Expansion of school choice heads to Wolf seeks broader access
Republican Senate leaders defend a bill raising the income cap for scholarships from 85000 to 95000 dollars and adding automatic increases, arguing it expands options. Democrats oppose the plan citing that higher eligibility benefits wealthier families and undermines Educational Improvement Tax Credits. Senator Anthony Williams criticizes the raised cap as insulting and unsuitable for lifting children from poverty.
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State may run health exchange to cut premiums
State officials say operating the exchange could cost 30 to 35 million, far less than the 88 million annual federal fee. The move aims to lower premiums 5 to 10 percent, helping about 400,000 Pennsylvanians while avoiding higher costs for taxpayers.
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Laurel School Board reviews Act 44 safety updates and budget actions
Laurel school officials led by Superintendent Leonard Rich and High School Principal Kevin Mahoney explained current and planned Act 44 safety measures including about 80 upgraded cameras, daily state police campus checks, and a unified keying system. The board also approved a 2019-2020 budget of 18.55 million with 19.23 million expenditures, honored retirees, awarded contracts, raised substitute pay, and approved several staffing, transportation, and program items.
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