Legislative Updates: A Roundup of State and Local Actions – September 26

Your Chamber advocacy team is working to share legislative updates and continue to advocate for your business in Washington, D.C., Harrisburg, and Philadelphia. We’ve created a round-up of recent activity, including Key Takeaways for Your Business and a Detailed Legislative Update. This represents our best knowledge of the situation as of 9:00 a.m. on Friday, September 26, 2025.

• Councilmember Landau's Fair Chance Hiring amendments (Bill #250373-A) passed at Thursday's Stated Meeting. Since the bill's April introduction, and in collaboration with Councilmember Landau, the Chamber advocated to further refine the ordinance, which was reflected in the final legislation, demonstrating how public-private partnership and shared problem-solving turns policy into real outcomes. 
• Councilmember Thomas's Security Officer Training ordinance (Bill #250646) is scheduled for a hearing on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. The Chamber's advocacy is critical now more than ever to help shape a workable, safety-focused outcome. 
• Mayor Parker delivered her "State of the City" address last week, highlighting the City's progress on public safety, "Clean & Green" efforts, and an economic agenda including wage tax reductions and the $2B H.O.M.E. plan. 

• Pennsylvania continues to operate without a budget, nearly three full months into its fiscal year. The fundamental disagreement between elected leaders continues to center on the topline spending number, creating a ripple effect that threatens essential services across the Commonwealth. 
• Critical funding for local government human services, school districts, and nonprofit organizations remains frozen without an approved spending plan. To address this, State Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced her office will provide $500 million in short-term loans at 4.5% interest to county governments and Head Start providers struggling during the state's budget impasse. 
• The School District of Philadelphia recently borrowed $1.5 billion to cover expenses. The borrowing will fund operations until December and will cost the district up to $30 million in interest payments, money that cannot be used for classrooms or student services. 
• Governor Shapiro threatened to pull Pennsylvania out of the regional electricity grid operator, PJM Interconnection, if it doesn't implement reforms, citing rising electricity costs and the need for states to have more say in PJM's operations. 

• The federal government is poised to shut down at midnight on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, as the House and Senate remain unable to reach agreement on a funding path forward. 
• President Trump issued a proclamation on Friday overhauling the H-1B visa program and imposing a $100,000 application fee on employers. Legal challenges appear likely, given the unprecedented structure of the policy. 
• On September 16–17, 2025, the Chamber joined forces with the Allegheny Conference on Community Development, Businesses for Federal Research Funding (BFRF) Coalition, Life Sciences PA, the American Association of Cancer Institutes, and other partners to meet with over 30 congressional offices to underscore the importance of robust research funding for regional economic stability, global competitiveness, and public health. Do you receive federal research funding? To help us strengthen our advocacy, please consider emailing randrockitis@chamberphl.com to share:  
  • How federal research funding affects your supplier and vendor relationships  
  • Anticipated projects or partnerships that have been paused, scaled back, or accelerated due to changes in research funding 
  • Which current or proposed changes in research funding policy are most concerning to you 

Fair Chance Hiring (Bill #250373-A) 

City Council adopted amendments to the City’s Fair Change Hiring law (entitled “Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards”) following months-long, collaborative process led by Councilmember Rue Landau and shaped by sustained feedback from employers, workforce partners, advocates, individuals with lived experience. 

During the Stated Meeting on Thursday, September 18, 2025, Councilmember Landau introduced additional floor amendments to the bill, which brought the legislation into closer alignment with the Chamber’s position. Key amendments include: 

• Narrowing the notice process by removing the prior written-narrative requirement while maintaining a 10-day response window before a final decision. 

• Reserve the pathway that requires complaints to be filed first with the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations (PCHR) prior to any private right of action. 

• Sets the lookback periods at seven years for felonies and four years for misdemeanors. 

A plain-language amendment summary that distills the key provisions and timelines is available here. Please note: this summary is provided for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Members should review the ordinance and any changes with their HR and legal teams. We will circulate any formal City guidance, model forms, or FAQs as soon as they are issued.  

Prior to final passage, Councilmember Landau framed her remarks by grounding the legislation in history, noting that Philadelphia had been a national leader since 2011 in passing one of the first fair chance hiring laws. She explicitly thanked the Chamber of Commerce, alongside Community Legal Services, unions, advocates, and individuals with lived experience, for helping to build the coalition that ensured the passage of this new set of amendments. She underscored that the reforms were not just about justice for returning citizens but also about creating a “win-win for both people with records and the business community.”  

Councilmember Landau emphasized that the changes are data-driven and designed to balance fairness with public safety. The reforms open employment opportunities for more than 300,000 Philadelphians with records, allowing the city to tap into a motivated workforce that can strengthen families and communities. She framed the legislation as not only restorative but also pragmatic: “When we invest in people, we all rise together.” 

The Chamber was invited to speak at Councilmember Landau’s press conference, marking passage of the bill, on Thursday, September 25, 2025. Nikki Pumphrey, VP of Talent and Workforce Initiatives, delivered remarks on behalf of our members, highlighting the inclusive, good-faith process and emphasizing the amended legislation is both workable for employers and impactful for justice-impacted Philadelphians. 

Throughout this process, the Chamber convened employer input, elevated operational pain points, and stayed at the table to refine the bill without diluting its purpose. That coalition approach was reflected in the legislation passed, underscoring that shared problem-solving turns policy into real outcomes. 

The Chamber remains committed to expanding access to meaningful employment opportunities for justice-impacted individuals. As part of our broader workforce development and talent initiatives, fair chance hiring continues to be a strategic priority. 

Building on this momentum, we will continue collaborating with City Council and the Administration, offering engagement through our Fair Chance Implementation Series to support compliance readiness and peer learning as the amended ordinance moves toward its effective date. 

Recruiting this fall for a Spring 2026 launch, the Chamber’s upcoming Fair Chance Implementation Series – offered in partnership with JPMorgan Chase, Philadelphia Works, and Envoy – will equip Philadelphia employers with practical tools, training, and peer support to successfully implement the city’s new Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance, strengthening talent pipelines while expanding opportunity across the region. To learn more, please contact Nikki Pumphrey, VP of Talent and Workforce Initiatives at npumphrey@chamberphl.com.  

Security Office Training (Bill #250646) 

Introduced by Councilmember Thomas in June, this bill is currently in the Committee on Commerce & Economic Development, and has scheduled a hearing on Wednesday, October 8 at 1:00 PM. As we reported earlier this month, the bill would require employers to provide 40 hours of mandatory initial training within 90 days of hire (or 180 days for current employees) and eight hours of annual refresher training, all at the employer’s expense, to be delivered by a City of Philadelphia certified provider. The proposal also includes broad enforcement provisions, with penalties of up to $500 per employee per violation, as well as potential impacts on licenses and City of Philadelphia contracts. You can read our position statement here and coalition letter here.  

The Chamber’s position remains unchanged: we oppose this bill in both its current and amended forms. While we strongly support high-quality, site-specific training, the legislation as drafted would disqualify many robust employer-led programs and impose significant additional costs without improving outcomes. 

This bill carries broad, sweeping implications for employers across sectors – setting citywide training mandates, costs, and penalties that could displace strong, site-specific programs already in place. Your engagement is critical to shaping the outcome and ensuring any policy is workable, evidence-based, and focused on real safety gains. 

In the lead-up to the October hearing, we are actively coordinating advocacy and will continue to lead this effort by coordinating stakeholders and representing the business community in ongoing discussions with City Council and the Administration. If your organization would like to participate, please contact Ashley Miscevich, Sr. Manager, Local Government Advocacy, at amiscevich@chamberphl.com.   

Mayor Parker’s State of the City 

On Thursday, September 18, 2025, Mayor Parker delivered her State of the City address at the Union League, opening with the assertion that “the state of the Parker administration is strong.” 

In her remarks, she spotlighted progress across public safety, economic development, housing, and her “Clean & Green” initiative, while framing Philadelphia’s path forward with both ambition and pragmatism. 

On public safety, the mayor reported that homicides declined 36% in 2024 and have dropped another 15% so far in 2025. She noted that if these trends persist, Philadelphia could see the lowest levels of homicides and shootings in more than 50 years. Her Clean & Green update focused on scale: the administration has cleaned more than 100,000 blocks and commercial corridors, towed thousands of abandoned vehicles, and remediated numerous vacant lots.  

In the economic development and tax policy domain, she called for supporting workers and businesses through wage tax reductions. Meanwhile, on housing, she launched the $2 billion H.O.M.E. (Housing Opportunities Made Easy) plan, targeting the creation and preservation of 30,000 homes, and a measure to exempt certain federally subsidized rental developments from the city’s 1% construction tax to spur affordable housing growth. 

Throughout the address, Mayor Parker acknowledged ongoing challenges but expressed confidence in the trajectory. She emphasized that investing in neighborhoods, public safety, and inclusive growth will strengthen the city for all Philadelphians. 

Philadelphia MED Week 

City Council adopted Councilmember Jones’ resolution (#250813) recognizing and supporting Philadelphia Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week, which will take place October 6–10, 2025. 

During MED Week, the City of Philadelphia– led by the Department of Commerce in partnership with regional chambers and business organizations – will offer a robust lineup of workshops, panels, and buyer–supplier matchmaking designed to help minority-owned firms navigate certification pathways, access capital, and compete for public and private procurement opportunities. Members are encouraged to engage by hosting or attending sessions, connecting with City and anchor-institution buyers, and leveraging the week’s networking and technical-assistance resources to build relationships and strengthen their supply chains. 

MED Week advances the Chamber’s supplier diversity agenda by connecting diverse-owned firms with buyers and best-practice resources – directly reinforcing our Diverse Procurement Collaborative Network’s mission to grow inclusive procurement and relationships. With $4.3B in regional spend with diverse suppliers tracked to date, and a goal to lift spending with Black- and brown-owned businesses from 4% (2022) to 32% by 2025, MED Week is a high-impact platform to accelerate those commitments. 

Members are also invited to join Councilmembers Kendra Brooks and Jeffery Young Jr. for From Idea to Impact: Nonprofit Growth Workshop on Monday, October 6, 2025, 12:00–3:00 PM at the Community College of Philadelphia. The session will feature expert-led presentations and Q&A on leadership, funding and RFPs, legal/compliance, and finance/tax essentials to help nonprofits grow, sustain, and strengthen their organizations. Seating is limited, so early registration is encouraged. For questions, please contact El Shafiyq Asad Ali at elshafiyq.aali@phila.gov or Kymelle Clark at kymelle.clark@phila.gov. You can register here.  

City Council Stated Meeting 

There were many bills and resolutions introduced and passed during City Council Stated Meetings on Thursday, September 18, 2025, and Thursday, September 25, 2025. Our written report focuses on issues most important to the business community. Below is a breakdown of additional activity, but you can watch Philadelphia City Council public hearings and Stated Meetings here or access City Council’s Legislative Information Center here. Council’s next Stated Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 9, 2025. 

• Resolution #250789 (Brooks): Authorizes the Committee on Public Health and Human Services to hold a hearing on federal attacks and local challenges facing reproductive healthcare in Philadelphia, with the goal of identifying threats, gaps, and potential City responses. (Status: IN COMMITTEE)
• Bill #250774 (Ahmad): Amends Section 9-3903 of The Philadelphia Code (“Certificate of Rental Suitability; Required Tenant Documents”) to include the provision of voter registration information to tenants. This bill would require landlords, at lease start, to provide tenants with voter-registration information (a link to the City Commissioners’ “How to Register” page) alongside existing rental suitability documents; takes effect 30 days after enactment (Status: IN COMMITTEE)
• Bill #250773 (Squilla): Amends Chapter 9-4900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Prohibition on Use of Certain Bags by Retail Establishments,” which modifies the bag ban to add a customer bag fee at checkout, refine definitions (e.g., exempted bags), and require in-store signage. aimed at nudging shoppers toward reusable bags and reducing single-use waste. (Status: IN COMMITTEE)
• Bill #250770 (Johnson): Amends Chapter 12-3400 of The Philadelphia Code, “Use of an Automated Speed Enforcement System to Improve Safety,” to provide for the use, administration, and enforcement of automated speed cameras on designated state routes. This bill expands automated speed enforcement beyond Roosevelt Boulevard to specified state routes in the city and sets administration/enforcement parameters in coordination with Streets, the Parking Authority, and PennDOT. (Status: IN COMMITTEE)
• Bill #250768 (Gauthier): Amends Title 17 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Contracts and Procurement,” to prohibit contractors under City contracts that provide solid waste, recycling, or composting services from incinerating discarded matter, by adding procurement-code restrictions and related definitions. (Status: IN COMMITTEE) 
• Bill #250810 (Bass): Amends Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning” by clarifying certain provisions related to mixed income housing, revising the quality standards for affordable units within mixed income developments and making related technical changes. (Status: INTRODUCED)
• Bill #250805 (Lozada): Amends Chapter 9-600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Services and Other Businesses,” to add a new exemption from certain business hour restrictions for pharmacies. (Status: INTRODUCED)
• Bill #250800 (Phillips): Amends Title 14-602, entitled “Use Tables,” by prohibiting drug paraphernalia sales in certain industrial districts, aimed at reducing the spread of drug paraphernalia sales and limiting smoke shops in Philadelphia neighborhoods. In his floor remarks, Councilmember Phillips described Philadelphia as a “city of neighbors” and emphasized that smoke shops and paraphernalia outlets do not align with that vision. He argued that an outdated loophole in the zoning code has allowed such establishments to proliferate, even though drug paraphernalia stores are not supposed to be permitted in community corridors. Phillips connected the bill to the broader theme of community investment, highlighting the importance of safe spaces such as the Sixth Man Center, Saturday programs, and after-school programs serving more than 100 youth organizations. He framed the legislation not only as a corrective to zoning law but also to protect young people and reinforce community institutions. The measure aligns with growing Council concern over nuisance businesses, particularly smoke shops and corner stores that have been linked to youth exposure to unregulated substances. Phillips presented the bill as part of a larger effort to build neighborhoods that prioritize families, schools, and youth development over businesses tied to harmful products. (Status: INTRODUCED) 
• Resolution #250815 (Landau): Recognizes October 2025 as Cybersecurity Awareness Month in the City of Philadelphia and acknowledges the importance of empowering individuals and organizations to prevent and recognize online threats, providing resources to protect sensitive data, and fostering a culture of digital safety by educating the public on best practices. (Status: PASSED)
• Resolution #250816 (Landau): Recognizes October 6–10 as Digital Inclusion Week in Philadelphia, emphasizing that digital equity and literacy are critical to workforce readiness, education, and community well-being. Councilmember Landau gave a particular shout-out to Comcast for its role in expanding access, including a one-mile radius of free internet service in West Philadelphia and the distribution of hundreds of laptops to families in need. Councilmember Curtis Jones echoed these efforts, highlighting how such initiatives directly benefit neighborhoods and community anchors like the Sixth Man Center, helping to reduce the digital divide and ensure Philadelphians are equipped to thrive in today’s economy. (Status: PASSED) 
• Resolution #250776 (Johnson): condemns President Donald Trump’s recent efforts to whitewash, suppress, and rewrite American history by removing slavery related content from national parks – including an exhibit at Independence National Historical Park honoring the nine individuals enslaved by President George Washington, developed by the Avenging the Ancestors Coalition – thereby attempting to erase Black history from the national narrative. (Status: PASSED) 
• Resolution #250788 (Brooks): condemns the Trump administration’s attempts to deploy the National Guard in Philadelphia and other cities. During her remarks, Councilmember Brooks emphasized that National Guard deployments undermine local control and waste taxpayer dollars that should instead be invested in proven solutions such as food security, health care, education, and youth development. She noted the potential redirection of resources – $45,000 for food stamps, $100,000 for health care, and funding for schools and after-school programs – as examples of where money would be better spent. (Status: PASSED) 

Upcoming City Council Committee Hearings 

There are several committee hearings scheduled in the coming weeks. This calendar does not capture every hearing before City Council, it highlights those most relevant to the business community and the Chamber’s advocacy priorities. You can access City Council’s Calendar here. 

On Monday, October 6, 2025, at 1:00 pm, the Committee on Licenses and Inspections with hold a hearing on Bill #250774, an ordinance amending Section 9-3903 of The Philadelphia Code (“Certificate of Rental Suitability; Required Tenant Documents”) to include the provision of voter registration information to tenants. 

On Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 1:00 pm, the Committee on Commerce & Economic Development will hold a hearing on Bill No. 250646, an ordinance amending “Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Profession” by adding a new chapter “Minimum Training for Security Officers,” which requires certain employers and their security guard employees to participate in annual training paid for by the employer, as well as report annual training participation. 

On Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 10:00 am, the Committee on Technology & Information Services will hold a hearing on Resolution No. 240759, exploring the current status of Artificial Intelligence technologies and how Philadelphia can prepare for their impact on the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. 

No Signs of Budget Agreement 

Pennsylvania continues to operate without a budget, nearly three full months into its fiscal year. The fundamental disagreement between elected leaders continues to center on the topline spending number, creating a ripple effect that threatens essential services across the Commonwealth. 

The fiscal reality constraining negotiations is stark. In its September budget brief, the Independent Fiscal Office forecasted that state revenues in FY25-26 will amount to $46.4 billion, citing flat revenue projections based on economic data to date. This revenue ceiling has become the central point of contention between the parties. 

Democrats argue that $10 billion in available General Fund surpluses and Rainy Day Fund reserves should be invested to offset needed spending increases from the previous year’s budget. Since the Governor introduced his $51.5 billion budget proposal last February, Democrats have maintained this position even as negotiations progressed, but nevertheless have come down to $49.9 billion as a compromise position. Republicans have sharply criticized these proposals, arguing they still would require the state to spend significantly more than it collects in revenue. Senate Republicans have advanced a flat-line budget proposal at $47.7 billion. 

It was hoped by many that the recent short-term resolution to address the mass transit funding crisis would clear the way for a budget agreement. That has not been the case. The state still faces significant spending challenges, driven primarily by two major factors. The governor proposed a $2.5 billion increase to address rising costs for Medicaid patient care. Lawmakers are also must continue to respond to a court ruling that found Pennsylvania was failing to meet its constitutional obligation to provide adequate education funding to students statewide. The governor proposed an additional $567 million payment toward closing a $5.1 billion adequacy gap in education funding. 

Pennsylvania is required to pass a balanced budget, making this budget battle particularly consequential for the state’s fiscal future. The ultimate resolution will likely determine whether lawmakers will need to consider depleting budget reserves, enacting tax increases, making painful spending cuts, or new revenue streams in the coming election year.   

School and Counties Under Mounting Pressure 

While a previous court ruling allows core state government operations to continue without a passed budget, critical funding for local government human services, school districts, and nonprofit organizations remains frozen without an approved spending plan. Each passing week intensifies the financial strain on these recipients, forcing them to either deplete budget reserves, secure expensive loans in today’s high-interest environment, or reduce essential services. 

To address this, State Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced her office will provide $500 million in short-term loans at 4.5% interest to county governments and Head Start providers struggling during the state’s budget impasse. The funding is intended to help counties continue providing essential services like mental health support, disability care, and early childhood education programs while they wait for state budget approval. Many counties and school districts have already had to borrow money and larger counties using reserve funds will soon face similar crises if the budget standoff continues. 

The School District of Philadelphia recently borrowed $1.5 billion to cover expenses. The borrowing will fund operations until December and will cost the district up to $30 million in interest payments, money that cannot be used for classrooms or student services. 

Governor Calls for Energy Reforms 

Governor Shapiro threatened to pull Pennsylvania out of the regional electricity grid operator, PJM Interconnection, if it doesn’t implement reforms, citing rising electricity costs and the need for states to have more say in PJM’s operations. Electricity bills across PJM’s territory have increased after capacity auctions reached record-high prices, largely driven by massive energy demand from data centers. While the governor is encouraging data centers to locate in Pennsylvania, he acknowledged the tension between welcoming these energy-intensive facilities and controlling costs for consumers. 

Republicans have sharply criticized the governor’s energy policies, not PJM, for rising electricity costs, citing his continued pursuit of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI). They argue that the threat of RGGI is the biggest obstacle to increased energy production and lower prices. Republicans have also said they will not advance any meaningful energy reforms until the governor drops his appeal of the RGGI Commonwealth Court ruling that its unconstitutional. 

Government Shutdown set to begin on October 1 

The federal government is poised to shut down at midnight on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, as the House and Senate remain unable to reach agreement on a funding path forward. Both chambers recessed for the Rosh Hashanah holiday, with the House scheduled to return on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, and the Senate on Monday, September 29, 2025, leaving little time to avoid a funding lapse.  

Before departing, the House advanced a "clean" continuing resolution (CR) that would extend funding at current levels through Friday, November 21, 2025, but the bill failed in the Senate where Democrats blocked the measure, instead offering their own Friday, October 31, 2025, CR that would permanently extend Affordable Care Act subsidies, roll back Medicaid cuts included in the One Big Beautiful Bill, and limit the White House's ability to rescind congressionally appropriated funds.  

Despite some provisions in the Senate alternative resonating with more moderate members of the Republican caucus, that proposal also did not advance in the Senate with GOP members arguing that a stopgap spending bill is not the appropriate vehicle to address these changes.  Senate Leader John Thune is expected to force another vote on the House-passed CR when the chamber reconvenes next week. 

The Trump administration has until now maintained a relatively hands-off approach to the negotiations. The president initially agreed to a request to meet from Minority Leader Schumer and House Minority Leader Jeffries, only to reverse his decision after objections from Senator Thune and Speaker Johnson.  More recently, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has begun signaling a harder line, with the director threatening mass agency furloughs if Congress fails to act. Agencies are awaiting further White House guidance on how a shutdown would be implemented, with considerable discretion remaining over what functions will be deemed essential. 

President Trump H-1B Visa "proclamation" imposes $100,000 application fee 

President Trump issued a proclamation on Friday, September 19, 2025, overhauling the H-1B visa program and imposing a $100,000 application fee on employers. While formal guidance has yet to be released, initial indications are that the new fee will not apply to petitions filed prior to Sunday September 21, nor to current H-1B holders. As a result, the requirement would most directly impact employers beginning in FY2027, when new petitions would first be subject to the fee.  

Many economists warn that the measure could undermine domestic job growth, as H-1B visas often generate broader employment by supporting complementary roles. Employers unable to absorb the added cost may choose to outsource key functions abroad, reducing opportunities for U.S.-based workers and diminishing the competitive edge of industries that rely on highly skilled foreign talent. 

Uncertainty remains over how the rules will affect renewals after the six-year visa limit, and whether exemptions for small businesses or cases deemed to be in the "national interest" will be considered. Legal challenges appear likely, given the unprecedented structure of the policy. 

Federal Investments in Research are Critical to National Economy, Health, and Defense  

Against this backdrop, on September 16–17, The Chamber joined forces with the Allegheny Conference on Community Development, Businesses for Federal Research Funding (BFRF) Coalition, Life Sciences PA, the American Association of Cancer Institutes, and other partners to meet with over 30 congressional offices, including eight members of Pennsylvania's cross-state delegation, to underscore the importance of robust research funding for regional economic stability, global competitiveness, and public health.  

Absent major policy changes, the consequences of uncertainty around federal research funding are already evident. Employers and institutions report strained supplier and vendor relationships, paused projects, and deferred hiring, with ripple effects throughout local economies. Global competitiveness is also at risk, as students and patients increasingly seek opportunities abroad. While both the House and Senate have advanced appropriations bills that soften the administration's proposed cuts to research agencies such as NIH and NSF, final funding levels remain uncertain pending resolution of the broader spending standoff. 

The Chamber continues to work with partners across the region and nation to ensure policymakers understand the economic and workforce consequences of unstable federal research investments.  

Do you receive federal research funding? To help us strengthen our advocacy, please consider emailing randrockitis@chamberphl.com with responses to the following questions:  

• How has federal research funding affected your supplier and vendor relationships, particularly with manufacturing, construction, and technical service firms? What changes have you noticed in orders, employment, or contracts?  

• What near-term and long-term impacts have recent or expected changes in research funding had on your organization's ability to sustain projects, hire staff, and invest in facilities or equipment, including any projects or partnerships that have been paused, scaled back, or accelerated?  

• Which current or proposed changes in research funding policy (such as limits on Facilities & Administrative Reimbursement Rates, new grant application guidelines, or evolving reporting requirements) are most concerning to you, and what do policymakers most need to understand about their real-world effects? 

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• Shannon Williams, Senior Vice President, Advocacy – swilliams@chamberphl.com
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