Benninghoff to return as Republican House Transportation Committee chairman
State Rep. Kerry Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin) announced he has been appointed to serve as the Republican chairman of the House Transportation Committee for the 2025-26 legislative session. This is the second consecutive session in which he has held this position. “I’m honored to be asked to again lead this committee, especially after the work we did during the 2023-24 session,” said Benninghoff. “We moved 61 pieces of legislation, 17 of which became law, which is why I’m looking forward to again working with my fellow chairman, state Rep. Ed Neilson (D-Philadelphia).”
Pa. EV owners to face new fees in 2025
Pennsylvania electric vehicle owners will face increased costs starting in 2025, adding the state to a growing list implementing EV-specific fees. This comes as part of a larger national conversation about how to fund road maintenance in an era of increasing vehicle electrification.
How Philadelphia became an epicenter of fruit imports
Come into the Port of Philadelphia to see how it has grown to become a major player in fruit imports — bringing in more almost half the country’s imported grapes, citrus and apples.