Important Dates

League of Women Voters celebrates its 90th Anniversary on February 14! We continue to encourage the an informed and active participation of citizens in government, work to increase understanding of major public policy issues and influence public policy through education and advocacy. We invited you to join us in our work!

Be Heard - Take Action!

Speak out against weakening the Clean Air Act.

The League of Women Voters of PA supports HB1660 / SB400, The Family & Business Healthcare Security Act, the single payer bills in the state Legislature. Visit the Healthcare For All Pennsylvania web site (www.healthcare4allpa.org) for more information.

Tell your U.S. Senators how you feel about the American Clean Energy and Security Act.  This landmark bill aimed at capping greenhouse gas emissions, reducing dependence on foreign oil and creating clean-energy jobs, passed the US House of Representatives and now awaits Senate action. Learn why this is the Right Decision for Pennsylvania.

Climate Change Battle Moves to the US Senate. Be heard on this important issue!

League speaks out on the PA budget process and endorses the concept of mandatory state budget deadlines and penalties on lawmakers for missing deadlines proposed by Common Cause.

Be Informed - Learn More About Key Issues Facing Us In PA!

Introducing The Citizen's Guide to a Modern Constitutional Convention. Explore the the history of constitutional conventions in the Keystone State, modern political thought on constitutional conventions, convention logistics, new opportunities for conventions in an era of modern communication technology, and observations about reforms.

Marcellus Shale is not a new "Rock Group." Join League members from across the state as we study this important issue. Use our cover letter and Study Guide materials to learn more. See "Marcellus Shale In the News."

Redistricting Reform legislation is 2009 Priority Issue for the League. Learn why the League wants Redistricting Reform and what you can do to help. The Committee of Seventy and Avencia invite you to their web site to learn more about the potential impact of the 2010 Census on the federal, state and local election districts in the Greater Philadelphia area.

Updated 1/11/10

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