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2006
12/14/06 - Sen. Jane Orie (R-40) talks about new state laws that double the penalty for the rape of children under 16 and establish standardized rape kits for all hospitals and health care facilities in Pennsylvania.
12/7/06 - Sen. Rob Wonderling (R-24), chairman of the Senate Communications & Technology Committee, talks about the conclusion of a series of statewide public hearings that focused on technology in healthcare.
11/30/06 - Sen. John Pippy (R-37) discusses a new state law that expands sex offender information on the state Megan’s Law web site.
10/26/06 - Sen. Pat Browne (R-16) talks about the Legislature's passage of a measure that makes significant reforms to the Emergency Municipal Service Tax.
10/19/06 - Sen. Rob Wonderling (R-24) talks about Senate passage of his bill that would help doctors and hospitals digitize medical records.
10/12/06 - At a rally in the Capitol Rotunda, Sen. Pat Vance (R-31) and SADD Student of the Year Andrew Karasik discuss the culture of underage drinking and youth access to alcohol.
10/5/06 - Sen. Tommy Tomlinson (R-6) and former Governor Mark Schweiker comment on procurement goals for veteran-owned businesses at a recent Senate Republican Policy Committee hearing in Bucks County.
9/28/06 - Sen. Dominic Pileggi (R-9) speaks at a Senate Education Committee public hearing in support of his legislation (SB307) that would establish the Independent Higher Education and Community Financing Program.
9/20/06 - Sen. Mary Jo White (R-21) comments on a decision by the state Environmental Quality Board that would require Pennsylvania to follow California’s rigid new car emissions standards.
9/14/06 - Sen. Bob Robbins (R-50) and Pennsylvania Attorney General Tom Corbett discuss efforts to combat the production of the deadly drug methamphetamine at a recent news conference in Hermitage.
9/7/06 - Sen. Don White (R-41) discusses Senate Bill 1236, which would encourage volunteer fire department mergers in the Commonwealth.
8/31/06 - Sen. Mike Waugh (R-28) discusses the Senate Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee's Aug. 30 public hearing on the role of conservation and conservation districts in Pennsylvania.
8/10/06 - Sen. John Pippy (R-37) talks about a recent public hearing of the Senate Republican Policy Committee on his legislation to reduce the size of the Pennsylvania General Assembly.
8/3/06 - Sen. Jane Orie (R-40) talks about a 21-bill Senate Republican package intended to reform Pennsylvania’s two-year-old gambling law.
7/26/06 - Sen. Jeff Piccola (R-15) talks about the need to ensure that gaming in Pennsylvania is conducted fairly, effectively and honestly.
7/20/06 - Sen. Jane Earll (R-49) and Rep. Curtis Sonney (R-Erie) discuss a new state law that allows local governments to streamline their purchasing procedures through Internet based reverse auctions.
7/13/06 - Sen. Jane Orie (R-40) and Sen. Pat Vance (R-31) discuss legislation to refocus economic development efforts away from individual business subsidies and toward general improvements in the Commonwealth’s business climate.
7/6/06 - Sen. Jane Orie (R-40) discusses her legislation to address the growing problem of cyber identity theft and cyber bullying.
6/23/06 - Sen. Don White (R-41) discusses Senate Bill 1236, intended to encourage mergers and partnerships among private volunteer fire departments.
6/16/06 - State Senators Mike Waugh (R-28) and Noah Wenger (R-36) discuss the second phase of the "Farmers First Agenda" aimed at promoting agriculture in Pennsylvania.
6/7/06 - Sen. Dominic Pileggi (R-9) and representatives from the U.S. Internet Industry Association and American Consumer Institute discuss the introduction of the "Cable Choice & Competition Act."
5/11/06 - Sen. Bob Regola (R-39) discusses a proposed amendment to the Pennsylvania Constitution that would limit the definition of marriage to one man and one woman.
5/4/06 - Sen. Robert Jubelirer (R-30) and Sen. Bob Robbins (R-50) discuss the importance of the state's Science In Motion program, which provides high-tech science equipment to rural schools in Pennsylvania.
4/27/06 - Sen. James Rhoades (R-29) and Sen. John Gordner (R-27) discuss legislation to ensure that students with disabilities are able to participate in their high school's graduation ceremonies. HB1618 is now awaiting the Governor's signature.
4/21/06 - Sen. Mary Jo
White, chair of the Senate Environmental Resources & Energy Committee,
discusses Senate Bill 1201, which would reduce mercury emissions from
coal-fired power plants.
4/13/06 - Sen. Mary Jo White (R-21), chair of the Senate Environmental Resources & Energy Committee, talks about the impact of gasoline additives on fuel supplies and the environment.
4/6/06 - Senators Pat Vance (R-31), Jane Orie (R-40) and Pat Browne (R-16) discuss legislation to integrate PACE/PACENET and Medicare Part D.
3/30/06 - A group of Senate Republicans unveils a package of bills aimed at stopping the use and production of the deadly drug methamphetamine.
3/23/06 - At a Senate Education Committee public hearing, Sen. James Rhoades (R-29) discusses his legislation that would streamline the process of transferring college credits from one institution to another.
3/16/06 - Senators Jeff Piccola (R-15) and James Rhoades (R-29) discuss efforts to reform Pennsylvania's Safe Schools Law at a Senate Education Committee public hearing on the issue.
3/10/06 - Senators Mary Jo White (R-21), James Rhoades (R-29), David Brightbill (R-48) and Jake Corman (R-34) are featured in a recap of week two of the Senate Appropriations Committee budget hearings.
3/3/06 - Senators Ted Erickson (R-26), Jane Orie (R-40), Noah Wenger (R-36) and Jake Corman (R-34) are featured in a recap of the past week's Senate Appropriation Committee budget hearings.
2/23/06 - Sen. John Rafferty (R-44), chairman of the Senate Law & Justice Committee, talks about his legislation to increase penalties for crimes committed against police officers.
2/16/06 - Sen. Roger Madigan (R-23), chairman of the Senate Transportation Committee, discusses the challenge of providing adequate funding for Pennsylvania’s highway, bridge and transit systems.
2/10/06 -
Senator Jeff Piccola (R-15), Senator Rob Wonderling
(R-24) & Senator Noah Wenger (R-36) address concerns
about Governor Rendell’s 2006-2007 budget proposal.
1/24/06 - Sen. Mary Jo White (R-21) previews a January 31 public hearing by the Senate Environmental Resources & Energy Committee on mine safety legislation.
1/19/06 - Sen. Bob Robbins (R-50) on Senate Bill 929, the Truth in Musical Advertising Act, which is now before the House for consideration.
1/12/06 - Sen. Bob Robbins (R-50), vice chairman of the Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee, discusses recently enacted legislation to help Pennsylvania veterans and their families.
1/5/06 - Republican members of the Senate Committee on Legislation comment on the House property tax relief plan at a Jan. 4 public hearing. Included are President Pro Tempore Robert Jubelirer (R-30), Majority Leader David Brightbill (R-48), Sen. Pat Vance (R-31) and Sen. Robert Thompson (R-19).
2005
12/29/05 - Sen. Mary Jo White (R-21), chair of the Senate Environmental Resources & Energy Committee, talks about pending legislation concerning Pennsylvania's clean vehicle emissions standards.
12/22/05 - Sen. Joe Conti (R-10) talks about his legislation intended to ensure the accuracy of electronic voting in Pennsylvania.
12/15/05 - Sen. John Rafferty (R-44) and Rebecca Shaver, State Executive Director of MADD, discuss a comprehensive package of bills aimed at curbing underage drinking and high-risk drinking.
12/8/05 - Sen. Robert Thompson (R-19) and David Taylor, Vice President of Communications for the PA Manufacturers Association, discuss their support for the tax reductions contained in House Bill 515.
12/2/05 - Sen. Mary Jo White (R-21) talks about her legislation intended to protect low-income families from utility shutoffs this winter.
11/23/05 - Sen. Rob Wonderling (R-24) talks about the status of Pennsylvania’s statewide emergency radio system.
11/17/05 - Sen. James Rhoades (R-29), chairman of the Senate Education Committee, talks about his measure intended to make college more affordable for Pennsylvania families.
11/10/05 - Sen. Bob Robbins (R-50), Sen. David Brightbill (R-48) and Sen. Noah Wenger (R-36) discuss property tax relief options.
11/3/05 - Sen. Tommy Tomlinson (R-6) discusses his legislation (SB1000) that would regulate home improvement contractors and protect consumers from home repair scams.
10/27/05 - Sen. Rob Wonderling talks about his legislation that would create a Medical Safety Automation Fund to improve coordination of care during health emergencies and reduce health care costs.
10/20/05 - Sen. Noah Wenger talks about the Senate Republican Farm to Schools Initiative and Pennsylvania's internationally-recognized nutrient management efforts.
10/13/05 - Sen. Pat Vance talks about efforts to address the nursing shortage in Pennsylvania and her bill that would enhance nurse licensing standards.
10/06/05 - Senate Republicans address fuel costs in the wake of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita and move legislation to fight price gouging.
9/29/05 - Sen. Stewart Greenleaf (R-12), chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, talks about his legislation intended to provide smoke-free workplaces and public places in Pennsylvania.
9/22/05 - Sen. Don White (R-41), chairman of the Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee, talks about pending action on a series of bills intended to address the needs of Pennsylvania's military personnel.
9/15/05 - Republican Senators from Southeastern Pennsylvania discuss their legislation intended to lower property taxes for citizens, provide additional tax relief to seniors, and enable school districts, municipalities and counties to shift from property taxes to income taxes.
9/8/05 - Sen. Rob Wonderling (R-24), chairman of the Senate Communications & Technology Committee, discusses a comprehensive package of legislation to protect Pennsylvanians from computer breach and identity theft.
9/1/05 - Sen. Joe Scarnati (R-25) talks about his legislation, recently signed into law by the Governor, that improves the state's unemployment compensation system & creates a job training fund for workforce development in rural Pennsylvania.
8/25/05 - Senate Majority Whip Jeff Piccola (R-15) talks about his plan to eliminate the school property tax by funding public education through a lower, but broader, Sales & Use Tax.
8/11/05 - Sen. Joe Conti (R-10) talks about his legislation (SB 676) that would update state law regarding student health examinations and health-related services.
8/4/05 - Sen. Noah Wenger (R-36), vice chair of the Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee, talks about legislation aimed at promoting agriculture and preserving the farmer in Pennsylvania.
7/28/05 - Sen. Jane Orie (R-40), chair of the Aging & Youth Committee, talks about the introduction of "Jessica's Law" legislation and the need to better protect children from sexual predators.
7/21/05 - Sen. John Rafferty (R-44), chairman of the Senate Law & Justice Committee, talks about ongoing public hearings on the issue of underage drinking in Pennsylvania and related legislation that he’s introduced.
7/14/05 - Sen. Jeff Piccola (R-15) talks about a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision regarding eminent domain and the need for legislative action on the issue.
7/7/05 - Sen. Bob Robbins (R-50), vice chairman of the Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee, talks about veterans issues and the recent PA National Guard deployment in Iraq.
6/30/05 - Sen. Jake Corman (R-34) , chairman of the Senate Public Health & Welfare Committee, speaks about health care funding challenges that impact the crafting of a new state budget.
6/23/05 - Sen. Mary Jo White (R-21), chair of the Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, speaks about the state's Growing Greener program and the funding of environmental priorities in Pennsylvania.
6/16/05 - Sen. Rob Wonderling (R-24), chair of the Senate Communications and Technology Committee, talks about his legislation to repeal the gross receipts tax on wireless phone service.
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