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City Budget Simulation Experience

The Committee of Seventy, in partnership with the Community College of Philadelphia, is offering two exclusive, hands-on budget exercises designed to make the municipal budget process more accessible.

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Statement on Proposed Election Reforms

Seventy addresses Senate Bill 224

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City Budget Simulation Experience

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Testimony on Land Bank Legislation

Philadelphia City Council | Committee on Public Property and Public Works

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Civic Learning Week

Civic Learning Week brings together students, educators, policymakers, and leaders in the public and private sectors to highlight and further energize the movement for civic education in states. The Committee of Seventy and PA Civics are excited to be part of this national effort to prioritize civic education in order to sustain and strengthen our constitutional democracy.

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2024 Women in Public Leadership Event

The Committee of Seventy’s third annual Women in Public Leadership event took place on May 15, 2024.

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Committee of Seventy Statement on SB 22 Amendment

The Committee of Seventy applauds Senate State Government Committee Chairs Mike Folmer (R-Lebanon) and Anthony Williams (D-Philadelphia) and their Senate State Government Committee colleagues for voting to approve today a compromise proposal that improves the redistricting process in Pennsylvania.

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MLK Day of Service 2025: Creating Civic Engagement Starter Kits

Join us in assembling Civic Engagement Starter Kits featuring the How Philly Works guide and infographics. These kits are designed to help residents better understand local government and actively engage in the democratic process. They will be distributed to organizations across the city, empowering Philadelphians of all ages to navigate their city and make meaningful contributions to their communities.

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Letter to Senate State Government Committee: Support Redistricting Criteria and Transparency Bill

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Sen. Dan Laughlin to Introduce Open Primaries Legislation to Enfranchise 900,000 Independent Voters on Election Day

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