Langerholc to Introduce Legislation to Modernize Motivational Boot Camp Statute, Save Quehanna
Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) announced today his intent to introduce legislation to modernize the statutory framework of the motivational boot camp program within the Department of Corrections at the Quehanna Boot Camp, while exploring cost savings as well as potential revenue generation. [Read More]
Senate Committee Passes Mastriano Bills Helping Small Businesses
The Senate Finance Committee passed two bills sponsored by Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) this week to benefit Pennsylvania’s small businesses. [Read More]
Martin, Yaw Recognized for Ag Conservation Leadership
State Sen. Scott Martin (R-13) and State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) were recognized by the Penn State Extension’s Center for Agricultural Assistance Training for their leadership in conservation efforts at Wednesday’s ACAP Ag Conservation Conference in Harrisburg. [Read More]
Robinson Hosts Press Conference in Support of Purple Star Schools, Military-Connected Children and Families
Sen. Devlin Robinson (R-37) held a press conference today celebrating Purple Star Schools across Pennsylvania. [Read More]
Senate Advances Bill to Rein in Use of Unconfirmed Leaders of State Agencies
The Senate of Pennsylvania approved legislation that would restore balance and transparency on state agency leaders in state government, according to the bill’s sponsors, Sens. Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-28) and Cris Dush (R-25). [Read More]
Baker’s Bill Expanding Use of Body Cameras for Law Enforcement Approved by Senate Committee
The Senate Judiciary Committee has approved legislation to expand the use of body-worn cameras to additional law enforcement agencies across the commonwealth, according to the bill’s sponsor and chair of the Judiciary Committee, Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20). [Read More]
Robinson Designates April 2025 as Community College Month in Pennsylvania
Sen. Devlin Robinson (R-37) recently introduced Senate Resolution 34, which designates April 2025 as Community College Month in Pennsylvania. He was joined by fellow co-chair of the Community College Caucus, Sen. Lisa Boscola (D-18). [Read More]
Pittman Hails New Wave of Energy Advancement in Pennsylvania
Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) issued the following statement regarding the economic development announcement for the new data center at the former Homer City Generating Station in Indiana County: [Read More]
Senate Passes Mastriano’s Bill Targeting Fentanyl Dealers
The Senate passed a bill sponsored by Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) today to target drug dealers who sell fentanyl resulting in a fatal overdose. [Read More]
Bartolotta Bill Maximizing Benefit of Tax Dollars Passes Senate Committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46) to improve Pennsylvanians’ financial stability and government efficiency passed the Senate Labor and Industry Committee unanimously. [Read More]