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August 24, 2026
Today, Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (PA DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh encouraged eligible families who have not yet received their 2026 SUN Bucks benefit to apply online or by paper application by August 31. The federal Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer program, also known as SUN
August 11, 2026
The Social Security Administration (SSA) today announced the addition of 14 conditions to the agency’s Compassionate Allowances (CAL) list. The CAL initiative accelerates the disability application process for individuals with serious diseases and medical conditions that meet the statutory standard
August 7, 2026
Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning Pennsylvanians to be aware of an uptick in government imposter scams in which callers pose as members of local County Sheriff’s Offices. The calls appear to come from the county sheriff’s offices due to the use of number spoofing, making their phone number
August 4, 2026
A Free Webinar Series from the Pennsylvania Utility Law Project in Partnership With Center for Coalfield Justice and Moms Clean Air Force - Pennsylvania providing a primer on hyperscale data centers.
July 30, 2026
The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) has released By the Numbers: The Data Underlying Legal Services Programs. Drawing on data from LSC-funded legal services organizations, the report provides a snapshot of the civil legal issues facing low-income Americans and the assistance they receive. “Behind
July 30, 2026
Eligible households will see a $100 supplemental payment distributed directly to their utility provider; it can be used for an outstanding heating or current energy bill. LIHEAP is 100% federally funded – this additional payment is possible because of remaining funds from the 2025-26 season
July 21, 2026
The Social Security Administration (SSA) today announced major enhancements to my Social Security, expanding self-service options and the notices available to individuals navigating the disability claims and appeals process. The new tools will provide individuals with greater visibility, faster
July 14, 2026
Project Beyond Definition and the Pennsylvania Health Law Project are hosting a virtual town hall on developmental disabilities and the two main systems serving Pennsylvanians who need long-term care — the waivers offered through the Office of Long-Term Living (OLTL) and the Office of Developmental

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