Williams Measure to Help City Move Forward with AVI Signed into Law

HARRISBURG, Oct. 25, 2012 — State Sen. Anthony H. Williams’ measure that will help the City of Philadelphia move forward with the Nutter administration’s Actual Value Initiative (AVI) property tax reassessment plan was signed into law on Wednesday evening by the...

Williams Announces New Funds to Combat Soil Erosion, Help Collingdale

Harrisburg, October 23, 2012 – A funding package of more than $234,000 aimed at addressing soil erosion and sedimentation flow into Darby Creek in Collingdale Borough was approved by the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST), state Sen. Anthony...

Williams Measure to Help City Move Forward with AVI on Governor’s Desk

HARRISBURG, Oct. 19, 2012 — State Sen. Anthony H. Williams’ measure that will help the City of Philadelphia move forward with the Nutter administration’s Actual Value Initiative (AVI) property tax reassessment plan is now on the governor’s desk. Williams’ legislation...

Williams Comments on Bill that Toughens Penalties on Straw Gun Purchasers

HARRISBURG, Oct. 18, 2012 — Legislation that toughens penalties on individuals who illegally purchase firearms for criminals — a practice commonly known as straw purchasing — is headed to the governor’s desk after receiving unanimous support in the Pennsylvania Senate...

Kinship Care Discussion Focuses on Standing Up for Your Child in School

PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 9, 2012 — As students immerse themselves in their lessons in the classroom, parents play a key role in working with teachers and school administrators to make sure their child is thriving at school. These days, more grandparents and other relatives...

Williams: Voter ID Court Ruling a Victory for Pennsylvanians

HARRISBURG, Oct. 2, 2012 — State Sen. Anthony H. Williams (D-Phila./Delaware) issued the following statement on today’s Commonwealth Court ruling on Pennsylvania voter ID law: “Today’s ruling constitutes a victory for the people of Pennsylvania, of every age, every...