HB2047

Establishing the Local News Fellowship Program; imposing duties on an administering institution; and providing for administration of the Local News Fellowship Program.

Introduced·11/18/25

Establishes the Local News Fellowship Program to support journalists and community-based newsrooms in Pennsylvania.

The Local News Fellowship Program Act establishes a fellowship program to enhance access to high-quality local journalism, support journalists, and strengthen community-based newsrooms. The Governor will designate an administering institution within the State System of Higher Education to manage the program, which includes assigning fellows to host newsrooms, providing compensation, mentorship, and training. The program prioritizes underserved communities with significant civic information needs.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

14 Yea

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12 Nay

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Calendar

Feb 4

9:00 AM

Communications & Technology (h) Hearing

History

Feb 4

House

Reported as amended

Feb 4

House

First consideration

Feb 4

House

Laid on the table