Recent News:
State DEP Moving Closer to Finalizing Oil and Gas RulesState environmental regulators are moving closer to a major revision of Pennsylvania's oil and gas rules to address surface impacts caused by the development of pipelines, pits, impoundments and well sites. The Department of Environmental Protection recently translated conceptual changes it outlined last year into much more precise draft rulemaking language that will be discussed at an advisory board meeting next week. The hope is to adopt the finalized rules by next winter. The 73 pages of proposed rule changes largely turn several separate policies and last year's amendments to the Oil and Gas Act into a single set of regulations contained in Chapter 78 of the Pennsylvania Code. Read more at thetimes-tribune.com.
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60% of Pa. Voters Support Liquor Sales Privatization
A recent poll commissioned by the Commonwealth Foundation for Public Policy Alternatives found that 3 out of 5 Pa. voters support the privatization of liquor sales in Pennsylvania.
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Philadelphia Mayor working to bring cycling event to the city
Mayor Michael A. Nutter committed the City of Philadelphia to work toward securing a major pro cycling event in 2014 in the wake of an announcement that the current cycling championship has been canceled for this year. “While we are all greatly disappointed by the cancellation of the Philadelphia International Cycling Championship this year owing to the organizer’s inability to secure a title sponsor, I want all who are devoted to cycling to know that we are committed to working with the very best promoters to develop a complete event in 2014 that will reestablish our city as a world-class cycling destination,” Mayor Nutter said. “As Philadelphia becomes the greenest city in America, we are focusing our resources on increasing dedicated bike lanes and the greater use of bicycles for work and play. In 2014, we will be back with a premier international, professional cycling race, but we’ll also be honoring the importance of the bicycle as a major form of transportation in the 21st Century.”
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Events:
The Future Fund Quarterly EventAs part of The Future Fund's quarterly event series, members Bryan and Mindy Rishforth held an event at their home in Bryn Mawr. The Pennsylvania Future Fund's Board of Directors hosted the June 7th event to honor Lt. Governor Jim Cawley; Craig Snider also had the pleasure of co-hosting the evening on the Rishforth's grounds. It proved to be a beautiful early-spring night as the rain held off to provide the perfect backdrop for the cocktail party on the lawn. The event was held to honor of Lieutenant Governor Jim Cawley on June 7th. The Pennsylvania Future Fund's Board of Directors hosted the evening's affairs. "It was a memorable evening due to the Future Fund," says member Elizabeth Preate Havey. "I had the opportunity to catch with fellow members, meet new members and exchange ideas surrounding our common interests. I thoroughly enjoyed my fun, relaxed evening."
Upcoming Event:
Annual January Reception at the Union League of PhiladelphiaThe Pennsylvania Future Fund cordially invites you to our annual January reception at the Union League of Philadelphia 140 S. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19102 on Thursday, January 17th, 2013 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
HONORED GUESTS:
The Honorable Tom Corbett, Governor
The Honorable Jim Cawley, Lt. Governor
The Honorable Joe Scarnati
The Honorable Dominic Pileggi
The Honorable Jake Corman
The Honorable Mike Vereb
The Honorable Sam Smith
The Honorable Mike Turzai
The Honorable Bill Adolph
The Honorable Stanley Saylor
The Honorable Dave Reed
Attendance by Pennsylvania Future Fund members is complimentary.
Guests - $1,000
Please reply by January 9th
For further information, contact Diane Batschelet 215-721-3000 or ladydiasher@aol.com
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Why Join
The Pennsylvania Future Fund is a pro-growth State Political Action Committee, whose members are dedicated to improving Pennsylvania as a place to live, work and do business. The Future Fund encourages and supports the election of candidates who share its members' vision for Pennsylvania's future - a future in which Pennsylvania's business and commerce will continue to grow stronger. The results are policies and legislation that ensures the state's growth and a membership that is continuously enhanced through its shared ideals.
Support for the future
First time candidates and elected officials have relied on the support of the Pennsylvania Future Fund for many years. This support goes well beyond political contributions. It ranges from financial donations, and the purchasing of promotional materials to providing staff assistance and district polling. But none of this would be possible without the dedication and financial support the Pennsylvania Future Fund receives from its members.
Strength by membership
The PA Future Fund features like-minded individuals that are committed to maintaining Pennsylvania as an economic hub. We regularly host events where business owners, legislative power players and other decision-makers share current best practices and visions for tomorrow. The Future Fund has hundreds of members that span our Commonwealth and the strength of our organization comes from individuals just like you.
Membership Directory
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