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May
Legislation to spur the development and expansion of
community-based health care clinics is now before the governor for his
signature. Hanson Quickel reports from the state Capitol with Senator Ted
Erickson of Delaware County. 5/17/13
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The Pennsylvania Senate adopted a condolence resolution
this week to honor former Senator and Governor George M. Leader, who passed away
recently at the age of 95. Hanson Quickel reports from the state Capitol with
Senator Mike Waugh of York County. 5/16/13
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The Senate Education has concluded a public hearing at the
state Capitol on the affordability and accessibility of higher education.
Hanson Quickel reports from Harrisburg with Senator Stewart Greenleaf of
Montgomery County. 5/15/13
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Legislation to expand job opportunities for Pennsylvania’s
service members and veterans took a step forward in the state legislature this
week. Hanson Quickel reports from Harrisburg with Senator Elder Vogel of Beaver
County. 5/14/13
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The bipartisan Pennsylvania Senate Manufacturing Caucus
held its first meeting at the state Capitol this week. Hanson Quickel has the
details with Senator Kim Ward of Westmoreland County. 5/13/13
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The Pennsylvania Senate has approved legislation intended
to crack down on individuals who steal secondary metals. Hanson Quickel reports
from the state Capitol with Senator Mike Waugh of York County. 5/10/13
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The state Supreme Court has voted to uphold a revised plan
that redraws Pennsylvania’s House and Senate district boundaries. Hanson
Quickel has reaction on the decision from Senate Majority Leader Dominic
Pileggi. 5/9/13
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A Lancaster County lawmaker joined Governor Corbett at a
state Capitol news conference this week to introduce comprehensive pension
reform legislation. Hanson Quickel has the details with Senator Mike Brubaker,
chairman of the Senate Finance Committee. 5/8/13
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The Senate Transportation Committee has overwhelmingly
approved legislation aimed at upgrading Pennsylvania’s transportation
infrastructure. Hanson Quickel reports from Harrisburg with Senator John
Rafferty of Montgomery County. 5/7/13
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Legislation to prevent the misuse of unauthorized video and
photos taken of farm operations is being introduced in the Pennsylvania Senate.
Hanson Quickel reports from the state Capitol with Senator Mike Brubaker of
Lancaster County. 5/6/13
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The Pennsylvania Senate has approved legislation to require
prompt notification of personal data breaches. Hanson Quickel reports from the
state Capitol with Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi. 5/3/13
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The Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee has
approved legislation intended to make natural gas available to more
Pennsylvanians. Hanson Quickel reports from Harrisburg with Senator Gene Yaw of
Lycoming County. 5/2/13
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Legislation has been introduced that will make it easier
for citizens to access the financial disclosure statements of elected officials
and candidates. Hanson Quickel reports from the state Capitol with Senator Lisa
Baker of Luzerne County. 5/1/13
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April
A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the state Capitol
this week for the fourth growing season of the Capitol Hunger Garden. Hanson
Quickel has more on the story with Senator Mike Brubaker of Lancaster County. 4/30/13
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The Pennsylvania Senate had adopted a resolution
designating Monday May 6th as Peace Officers Memorial Day in the Commonwealth.
Hanson Quickel reports from Harrisburg with Senator John Rafferty of Montgomery
County. 4/29/13
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The Senate Labor and Industry Committee has approved
legislation to prohibit state employees from “triple dipping.” Hanson Quickel
has the details from Harrisburg with Senator John Gordner of Columbia County. 4/26/13
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The Senate Game and Fisheries Committee has approved
legislation to strengthen Pennsylvania’s hunting trespass law. Hanson Quickel
reports from the state Capitol with Senator Rich Alloway of Adams County. 4/25/13
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Legislation to shield property owners from unfair
mechanics' liens is now before the Pennsylvania Senate for consideration.
Hanson Quickel reports from the state Capitol with Senator John Gordner of
Columbia County. 4/24/13
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The Senate has adopted a resolution declaring the month of
April as "Hemophilia Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. Hanson Quickel reports
from the state Capitol with Senator Kim Ward of Westmoreland County. 4/23/13
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The Pennsylvania Senate has approved legislation providing
more flexibility for PENNVEST. Hanson Quickel reports from the state Capitol
with Senator Don White of Indiana County. 4/22/13
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The Pennsylvania Senate has approved legislation to
increase transparency in campaign finance reporting. Hanson Quickel reports
from the state Capitol with the Senate Majority Leader, Dominic Pileggi. 4/19/13
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Legislation intended to improve the safety of
Pennsylvania’s schools has been approved by the Pennsylvania Senate. Hanson
Quickel reports from the state Capitol with Senate President Pro Tempore Joe
Scarnati. 4/18/13
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Senate Transportation Committee Chairman John Rafferty
joined Transportation Secretary Barry Schoch and a bipartisan group of lawmakers
at a Harrisburg news conference to unveil his comprehensive proposal to fund
Pennsylvania’s transportation needs. Hanson Quickel has the details from the
state Capitol. 4/17/13
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The Pennsylvania Senate has adopted a resolution urging the
International Olympic Committee to maintain wrestling as an Olympic sport.
Hanson Quickel reports from the state Capitol with Senator Bob Robbins of Mercer
County. 4/16/13
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The Pennsylvania Senate has unanimously approved a bill
that would expand a low-interest loan program for municipalities. Hanson
Quickel has the details from the state Capitol with Senator Randy Vulakovich of
Allegheny County. 4/15/13
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A key Pennsylvania Senate committee has approved
legislation extending a ban on taxpayer-funded abortions. Hanson Quickel
reports from the state Capitol with Senator Don White of Indiana County. 4/12/13
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The Pennsylvania Senate has approved legislation to give
crime victims or their families a stronger voice in Probation and Parole
decisions. Hanson Quickel reports from Harrisburg with Senator Baker of Luzerne
County. 4/11/13
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The process of overhauling Pennsylvania’s child protection
laws continued to move forward this week with a joint Senate hearing to discuss
legislative recommendations by the Pennsylvania Task Force on Child Protection.
Hanson Quickel reports from the state Capitol with Senator Bob Mensch of
Montgomery County. 4/10/13
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A package of good government reform bills were introduced
at the state Capitol this week. Hanson Quickel has the details from Harrisburg
with Senator John Eichelberger of Blair County. 4/9/13
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The schedule for the Pennsylvania Senate in the week ahead
includes a series of public hearings on various issues. Hanson Quickel reports
from the state Capitol with Senator Bob Mensch of Montgomery County. 4/8/13
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A plan dedicating money to a major Pennsylvania highway project was announced
this week. Hanson Quickel reports from the state Capitol with Senator John
Gordner of Columbia County. 4/5/13
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Legislation is now before the Pennsylvania Senate to help
address the rapid increase of Lyme disease cases in the Commonwealth. Hanson
Quickel reports from Harrisburg with Senator Stewart Greenleaf of Montgomery
County. 4/4/13
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Two Senate Republicans are introducing legislation intended
to help middle income families afford college. Hanson Quickel reports from the
state Capitol with Senator Rich Alloway of Adams County. 4/3/13
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The Senate Judiciary Committee has approved legislation
that would give crime victims a stronger voice when an offender is being
considered for parole. Hanson Quickel reports from the state Capitol with
Senator Lisa Baker of Luzerne County. 4/2/13
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The chair of the Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency
Preparedness Committee says she wants to see positive remedies in place to
address school safety in the Commonwealth. Hanson Quickel reports from the
state Capitol with Senator Lisa Baker of Luzerne County. 4/1/13
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