Authorizing the creation of a “Special Committee on Child Separation in Philadelphia” to review child separation practices in Philadelphia’s child welfare system and develop recommendations to ensure compliance with state child protective services law, protect children, uphold due process rights of families, and prevent the unnecessary break-up of families.
Amending Chapter 9-3500 of Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled ?Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards,? to amend definitions, add clarifications, and enhance remedies, all under certain terms and conditions.
Amending Section 19-1301.1 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled ?Homestead Exclusion,? to increase the amount of the homestead exclusion, under certain terms and conditions.
Amending an Ordinance (Bill No. 877), approved September 16, 1994, by amending an exhibit thereto, in order to increase the limit of the amount of funding any entity may receive in any fiscal year from the Philadelphia Activities Fund.
Celebrating the selection of The Upcycled Self: A Memoire on the Art of Becoming Who We Are by Tariq Trotter for the 2025 One Book, One Philadelphia program.
Calling for the Committee for Transportation and Public Utilities to hold hearings to examine the feasibility of a Citywide daylighting initiative, and help determine best practices to protect cyclists, ensure pedestrian safety, and prevent needless traffic deaths.
Condemning the act of arson committed against Governor Shapiro at the historic Pennsylvania Governor’s Residence, and expressing gratitude to first responders for their heroic efforts responding to the fire, and denouncing all forms of political violence.
Honoring SEPTA transit workers, the unsung heroes of Philadelphia, for their essential daily work to transport Philadelphians throughout the City, no matter the conditions.
Authorizing The Committee on Labor and Civil Service and The Committee on Parks and Recreation to hold joint hearings investigating the City?s enforcement of the Healthy Outdoor Public Spaces (HOPS) Law and the risks that exposure to synthetic pesticides pose to the Public and City Employees.
