Government Relations Updates
The biggest news this week was the passing of the FY25-26 Commonwealth Budget. We break it down for you in this week’s update, as well as everything happening in Philadelphia, from parades to ordinances.
The Bellevue Compass
The shutdown is officially over, but things will take a moment to return to normal. What does the end of the shutdown mean for holiday travel plans, the federal budget, and what’s new now that the House has returned to session? We cover it in The Bellevue Compass.
In Case You Missed It
Switzerland and the US have agreed to cut President Donald Trump's steep 39% tariffs on Swiss exports to 15%, as part of a deal that involves a Swiss promise to invest $200 billion in the US.
Now that the House is back in session, the Epstein Files are back on the front pages. President Trump says he will order the FBI to investigate Epstein's “alleged links to major banks and several prominent Democrats, including former President Bill Clinton”.
Plus, Philly had a fun and bittersweet moment in history on Wednesday—watch as the last penny ever was minted at the Philadelphia Mint.
Bellevue News
In the final of our 3-week-long bake-off, Andrew and Anne tied for best bread! Andrew made a savory Rosemary Beer Bread, and Anne made a sweet Apple Honey Babka. (The bread was gone before we remembered to take a photo—they were that good!)
That’s it for this week.
Til next time.
The Bellevue Team