In the wake of scandals rocking the state Capitol, members of the House Republican caucus are calling for a plethora of new measures designed to “restore faith and confidence” in government.
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In the wake of scandals rocking the state Capitol, members of the House Republican caucus are calling for a plethora of new measures designed to “restore faith and confidence” in government.
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The International Code Council has adopted changes regarding the installation of fire sprinkler systems and carbon monoxide detectors.
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When walking a potential buyer or tenant through the costs associated with a particular property, do you provide average costs for utilities? If so, it’s not a bad idea to remind them of the pending expiration of electric rate caps. With all caps set to expire by December 31, 2010, rates will likely go...
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The governor proposed no realty transfer or broad based tax increases, but did recommend a tax on smokeless tobacco, a 10-cent per pack hike on cigarettes and a severance tax on natural gas extraction from the Marcellus Shale.
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It is important to remember that real estate offices must comply with the law or face penalties from the State Real Estate Commission, who is provided enforcement oversight and the ability to fine individuals for non-compliance.
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Should Pennsylvania ban drivers from using hand-held and hands-free cell phones while driving? Should businesses prohibit employees from using cell phones while driving on the job?
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On Tuesday, members of the Pennsylvania General Assembly convened at the state Capitol to be sworn into office. In the state House of Representatives, 12 Republicans and 15 Democrats took the oath for the first time, while the Senate welcomed five Republicans and two Democrats.
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Through November, only five months into the fiscal year, General Fund collections are down $657.9 million, or 6.8 percent, below estimate. What does this mean for Pennsylvania?
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