Governor’s proposed spending plan includes priorities, concerns, and potential opportunities for PFMA Members
https://youtu.be/XBfwgPyGMN8 In early February Governor Shapiro presented his 2025-26 state budget before a joint session of the state House and Senate. In it, the governor proposed a roughly eight percent increase in state spending for the upcoming year, with additional funding going to education, the state’s public transportation entities, and a broad-ranging energy plan, among […]
Legislator Spotlight: Rep. Jesse Topper
What are your top three legislative priorities in 2025? At the top of my list is lighting a fire under Pennsylvania’s energy economy. Across all economic sectors, but importantly in the bottom line of every Pennsylvania family, energy costs are too high and are constraining budgets too much. With abundant energy resources here in Pennsylvania, […]
PFMA Welcomes Two New Members
VCM FOODS VCM Foods specializes in premium food distribution, offering a wide range of high-quality products to retail, food service, and industrial markets. We prioritize freshness, reliability, and exceptional service to meet diverse customer needs. vcmfood.com Hickory Harvest Hickory Harvest, a third-generation family-owned company, offers over 250 healthy and savory snacks in various eye-catching packaging […]
The evolution of Ice Melters that are safe for pets
BY John WesolowskiPresident, Milazzo Industries, Inc. Ice melting agents are essential for keeping sidewalks, driveways, and streets safe for people. However, for years, traditional ice melt products were often harsh and potentially dangerous for pets. Most of these products, while effective at melting ice and snow, would cause burning paws, digestive issues and even toxicity […]
PFMA Members Give Back for the Holidays
As the holidays draw near, PFMA members are rolling up their sleeves to help their communities. Through food drives, toy donations, and countless acts of kindness, these organizations are making sure no one is left behind this season. Their efforts go beyond charity—they’re about neighbors helping neighbors and creating moments of joy in challenging times. […]
PFMA reflects on state accomplishments as 2023-24 session concludes
Pennsylvania’s latest two-year legislative session has drawn to a close, and with a new General Assembly not starting their work until January, the holiday season provides an ideal opportunity to step back and assess just what the association was able to accomplish in Harrisburg in 2023 and 2024. Organized Retail Crime legislation, SB 596, was […]
Legislator Spotlight: Sen. Vincent Hughes
What are your top three legislative priorities in 2025? I’ll continue to focus on education. We’ve been fighting for a constitutional and equitable school system for all public school students and that fight is not over. We made great progress this year, but we did not finish the job. When we fully fix Pennsylvania’s broken […]
PFMA Members Pitch in For Hunger Action Month
Stories of Impact from Hunger Action Month September marked Hunger Action Month, a time when communities across Pennsylvania came together to tackle food insecurity head-on. For several PFMA members, this was more than just a campaign – it was a call to action. From creative initiatives to longstanding traditions, these organizations found ways to make […]
Legislator Spotlight: Rep. Emily Kinkead
What are your top three legislative priorities in 2025? My top priorities are and remain: universal school meals and supporting/expanding anti-hunger initiatives in Pennsylvania, establishing landslide insurance, and advocating for meaningful criminal justice reform. What are the important issues facing your district? As one might expect from my legislative priorities, landslides are a huge issue […]
New Board Members Join PFMA
At the recent Fall Legislative Conference Board Meeting, the Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) expanded its leadership with the addition of two seasoned industry professionals to its board: Kyle Feldman and Kevin Brick. Both executives bring extensive experience and commitment to driving growth and innovation within the food and convenience sectors, enhancing PFMA’s advocacy and […]
