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The Committee of Seventy Releases Statement on SAVE Act

The Committee of Seventy's statement in response to the U.S. House of Representatives passing the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act on April 10, 2025, which would “require proof of United States citizenship to register an individual to vote in elections for Federal office, and for other purposes.”

The Committee of Seventy Releases Statement on SEPTA Budget Crisis

The Committee of Seventy's statement in response to news of a SEPTA budget crisis that would result in severe service reductions and fare hikes.

C70 Statement on Second Court Directive Regarding the Sheriff's Office

The Committee of Seventy released a statement in response to news of a second court order regarding the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office. This action follows up on their December directive for the Sheriff’s Office to address staffing issues that have caused unsafe conditions in our criminal justice system.

The Committee of Seventy Launches Information Sessions on Running for Elected Poll Worker Positions

The Committee of Seventy is launching a series of information sessions for Pennsylvanians to learn how to run for the elected poll worker positions that will be on the ballot during the primary election on May 20th. These sessions, held from February 10–14, will guide participants through the qualifications to run, how to complete and submit nomination petitions, and how to use a street list to understand and engage their community in the process.