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Child Welfare Commission charter amendment
The death of 10-year-old Malaysia Alfred in foster care dominated the session. Council adopted multiple resolutions ordering hearings into DHS, the community umbrella agency system and School District screening, with a Children and Youth Committee hearing set for November 20.
10 mentions (5 this month)Last discussed Nov 12, 2026
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Medicaid cuts under H.R. 1
Council authorized hearings on how H.R. 1's Medicaid reductions — which took effect the very day of the meeting — will hit Philadelphia residents, providers, and service organizations. Councilmember Ahmad called it "an act of moral cruelty" affecting 1.4 million legally present immigrants.
1 mentionLast discussed Oct 1, 2026