Senate Approves Rothman Bill to Ensure Bridge Repair Funding Efficiency
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Greg Rothman (R-34) to make state funding available for local bridge projects was approved by the state Senate today. [Read More]
Gebhard Calls for Stronger Response to Political Violence
Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) called on Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday to investigate patterns of organized and targeted political violence toward Pennsylvanians in a letter today. [Read More]
All Pennsylvanians Deserve a Robust Transportation Network
Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) issued the following statement today highlighting Senate Republicans’ support for a strong and robust transportation network across all regions of Pennsylvania: [Read More]
Phillips-Hill Introduces Legislation to Protect Investment in Preserved Farmland
Sen. Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York) introduced legislation to ensure fair compensation when preserved farmland is acquired through eminent domain, protecting both taxpayer dollars and the integrity of Pennsylvania’s nationally recognized farmland preservation program. [Read More]
Farry: New Law Will Protect Prescription Access for Seniors
Legislation to protect thousands of Pennsylvania seniors from losing access to life-sustaining prescription medications is set to become law following final passage by the Senate, according to Sen. Frank Farry (R-6), who supported the measure. [Read More]
Baker Bill to Expand Body Camera Use for Law Enforcement Almost Law
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20) to expand the use of body-worn cameras to additional law enforcement personnel is almost law. [Read More]
Farry’s Breast Cancer Imaging Bill Nears Enactment, Receives American Cancer Society Legislative Champion Award
Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) today announced his breast cancer imaging legislation passed the House of Representatives and is almost law, marking a major advancement in cancer care and early detection efforts across Pennsylvania. [Read More]
Committee Advances Phillips-Hill and Boscola “Sweet and Salty Trail” Resolution
The Senate Community, Economic and Recreational Development Committee today approved a bipartisan resolution introduced by Sens. Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York) and Lisa Boscola (D-Lehigh & Northampton) to establish a statewide “Sweet & Salty Trail” celebrating Pennsylvania’s world-renowned snack food and confection industry. [Read More]
Brown Advances Legislation to Encourage Home Investment Without Tax Penalty
The Senate Urban Affairs Committee today has unanimously advanced Senate Bill 979, also known as the Reinvestment in Housing Act, sponsored by Sen. Rosemary M. Brown (R-40). [Read More]
Senate Passes Bill to Protect Young People from AI Generated CSAM
Today, the Pennsylvania Senate voted to require all individuals who are classified as mandated reporters to notify authorities of all instances of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) they become aware of, including those produced by a minor. [Read More]