Government

The FDA conducted an inspection targeting foodborne biological hazards at Liberty Imports USA, Inc. in Allentown on March 12, according to agency data.

There were three companies in cities associated with Lehigh County that received three FDA inspections in March, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

A bill sponsored by Senator Jarrett Coleman requiring property appraisals for public-school acquisitions has passed committee review. The measure seeks greater transparency and uniformity in spending taxpayer money on real estate purchases.

Sen. Jarrett Coleman plans two new bills following community input on data centers and fuel costs. The proposals address repealing a tax exemption for data center equipment and allow local governments more control over new developments.

Senator Jarrett Coleman announced over $21 million in PENNVEST funding for drinking water projects benefiting Bucks and Lehigh counties. The funds will support replacing lead service lines in Allentown and constructing a PFAS treatment facility in East Rockhill Township.

In 2024, Medicaid providers in Coplay recorded $229,900 in billed services for Ambulance and Other Transport Services and Supplies, marking a 56.5% rise compared to the prior year.

Medicaid payments linked to Medicine Services and Procedures climbed 37.2% in Schnecksville in 2024, indicating shifts in healthcare usage and reimbursement approaches.

Bethlehem saw a 15.2% rise in Medicaid payments linked to Medicine Services and Procedures in 2024, indicating shifts in how services are billed and reimbursed.

Medicaid payments in Allentown related to the National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies category climbed 21.9% in 2024, indicating shifts in service use and reimbursement trends.

In 2024, New Tripoli Medicaid providers recorded $3,084 in Evaluation and Management service claims, reflecting a 67.7% rise over the prior year.