White Responds to Inquirer Article About Crisis-Level Overcrowding in Northeast Philadelphia Schools

Nov. 19, 2024 /

Harrisburg – A recent Philadelphia Inquirer article highlighted a crisis in Northeast Philadelphia schools, where severe overcrowding is forcing students to learn in hallways, closets and other unsuitable spaces, said state Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia). Principals from several schools in the area describe being in "crisis mode," with buildings far exceeding capacity and lacking adequate resources to serve students. Schools such as Loesche Elementary, Anne Frank Elementary and Baldi Middle School are operating with hundreds of students over their intended capacities, with some classes holding up to 50 students or being conducted in hallways.

Marcell, White Introduce Bill to Combat Antisemitism

Oct. 02, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Reps. Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks) and Martina White (R-Philadelphia) announced the introduction of House Bill 2615 to amend Pennsylvania’s Human Relations Act by adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s (IHRA) definition of antisemitism. This modern definition can help address the rise of antisemitic incidents across Pennsylvania, particularly in universities, following the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks on Israel by Hamas.

White Disappointed PA Supreme Court Dismisses Krasner Impeachment Case on Procedural Grounds

Sep. 26, 2024 /

PHILADELPHIA – In response to today’s Pennsylvania Supreme Court decision to dismiss the impeachment case against Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner on procedural grounds, Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia), who introduced the articles of impeachment in 2022, expressed disappointment and concern over the ruling. The court’s decision prevents the Senate trial from moving forward, leaving the allegations against Krasner unresolved.

Marcell, White and Mercuri Call Out House Democrats Inaction to Combat Antisemitism

Jun. 24, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Today, Reps. Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks), Martina White (R-Philadelphia), and Rob Mercuri (R-Allegheny) held a press conference to announce a discharge resolution for House Bill 1986. The resolution is in response to the Democratic majority’s failure to advance any legislation to address the rise of antisemitic actions and confrontations that have been occurring on college campuses and in Pennsylvania communities. While several legislators have introduced legislation to counter antisemitism, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives has failed to take a sufficiently clear stance on this issue.

White, Marcell Bring Accountability to Harassment on College Campuses

May. 22, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – In response to the recent anti-Israel protests that have led to Jewish students and faculty being harassed, intimidated and prevented from attending classes on college campuses, Reps. Martina White (R-Philadelphia) and Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks) announce two pieces of legislation to address these issues.

Pennsylvania House Republicans Call on Pennsylvania Attorney General to Investigate Philadelphia District Attorney Over Handling of Boyle Arrest Warrant

May. 07, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania House Republicans Tuesday held a press conference to highlight a letter they sent to Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry calling on her office to investigate Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner on the handling of the arrest warrant issued for state Rep. Kevin Boyle (D-Philadelphia) and any possible election law violations.

White, PA Manufacturers’ Association Hold Energy Roundtable in York

May. 03, 2024 /

PHILADELPHIA – Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia), in collaboration with the Pennsylvania Manufacturers' Association, held an important energy roundtable discussion this week, focusing on bolstering Pennsylvania’s energy sector and enhancing economic growth. The roundtable, held at the Manufacturers' Association of South Central PA in York, drew a diverse group of stakeholders, industry experts and legislators, including Reps. Tim O'Neal (R-Washington), Seth Grove (R-York), Joe D'Orsie (R-York) and Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks), to discuss critical topics such as LNG exports, permitting reform and grid reliability.

In Wake of Philadelphia Looting, House Republicans Unveil Anti-Looting Bill Package

Oct. 11, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – In the wake of recent rampant and violent looting in Philadelphia that caused significant property damage and loss, House Republicans today unveiled a package of anti-looting legislation that will increase penalties on looters, put additional teeth in juvenile curfews, crackdown on social media coordination of looting and enhance penalties for those looting state property, including liquor stores.

School Leaders Back Nelson, White Bill to Replace PSSA Testing

Sep. 22, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – With the support of area school superintendents, Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Westmoreland) and Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia), Republican Caucus Secretary, unveiled a plan to eliminate the annual Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) testing system used by public schools and replace it with benchmark testing technology.