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February 22, 2023

Phillips-Hill introduces measure directing all new gaming revenue to property tax relief

As a part of her ongoing effort to curb the burden of school property taxes, Sen. Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York) today introduced a measure to codify the original intent of the Gaming Act.  [Read More]

Rothman, Saval Introduce Measure to Make Diwali an Official PA Holiday
February 21, 2023

Rothman, Saval Introduce Measure to Make Diwali an Official PA Holiday

State Sen. Greg Rothman (R-34) and Sen. Nikil Saval (D-1) have introduced legislation to make Diwali an official state holiday in Pennsylvania.  [Read More]

Senator Martin, Representative Flood and Advocates Celebrate 100th Girls Wrestling Program in PA
February 21, 2023

Senator Martin, Representative Flood and Advocates Celebrate 100th Girls Wrestling Program in PA

Lawmakers, advocates and stakeholders gathered in Harrisburg today to celebrate the creation of the 100th girls wrestling program in Pennsylvania.  [Read More]

Mastriano to Host Senate Hearing Thursday  Looking Into East Palestine Train Derailment’s Impact on Local Residents and the Emergency Response
February 17, 2023

Mastriano to Host Senate Hearing Thursday Looking Into East Palestine Train Derailment’s Impact on Local Residents and the Emergency Response

Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33), chair of the Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee, will host a hearing Thursday, Feb. 23, at 10 a.m., at the Community College of Beaver County, located at 1 Campus Drive in Monaca, to gather testimony about the Feb. 3 derailment of a Norfolk Southern train carrying toxic chemicals near the Pennsylvania border.  [Read More]

Rothman Appointed to PA Athletic Oversight Committee
February 17, 2023

Rothman Appointed to PA Athletic Oversight Committee

State Sen. Greg Rothman (R-34) has been appointed by Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39) to the Pennsylvania Athletic Oversight Committee.  [Read More]

Langerholc Announces Plans for Hearing on Hazardous Materials Transported by Rail
February 17, 2023

Langerholc Announces Plans for Hearing on Hazardous Materials Transported by Rail

Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35), chairman of the Senate Transportation Committee, announced his intentions to conduct a fact-finding public hearing on hazardous materials transported by rail in this Commonwealth.  [Read More]

Senator Pittman Issues Statement on the Death Penalty
February 16, 2023

Senator Pittman Issues Statement on the Death Penalty

Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) today issued the following statement in response to Governor Shapiro’s announcement that he will not issue any execution warrants during his term:  [Read More]

East Palestine Train Derailment Requires Examination
February 15, 2023

East Palestine Train Derailment Requires Examination

Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) today issued the following statement emphasizing the need for an assessment of the actions that led to, and have taken place following the Norfolk Southern train derailment on February 3, 2023:  [Read More]

Senator Martin Highlights Progress in the Fight Against Pediatric Cancer
February 14, 2023

Senator Martin Highlights Progress in the Fight Against Pediatric Cancer

On the eve of International Childhood Cancer Day, Senator Scott Martin (R-13) highlighted advancements made in recent years to support families affected by pediatric cancer.  [Read More]

Coleman Appointed to PA Election Law Advisory Board
February 14, 2023

Coleman Appointed to PA Election Law Advisory Board

State Sen. Jarrett Coleman (R-16) has been appointed to a state board responsible for reviewing Pennsylvania election law, practices and technology, and identifying needed improvements.  [Read More]

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