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Sens. Kim Ward and Judy Ward Introduce Legislation to Crack Down on Serious Turnpike Toll Evasion
March 19, 2026

Sens. Kim Ward and Judy Ward Introduce Legislation to Crack Down on Serious Turnpike Toll Evasion

Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39) and Sen. Judy Ward (R-30), chair of the Senate Transportation Committee, today announced the introduction of legislation to strengthen penalties for repeat toll evaders on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, targeting individuals who accumulate thousands of dollars in unpaid tolls at the expense of taxpayers and responsible drivers.  [Read More]

Stefano, Boscola Bill to Protect Those with Communication Barriers Advances Unanimously from the Senate
March 18, 2026

Stefano, Boscola Bill to Protect Those with Communication Barriers Advances Unanimously from the Senate

The Senate today unanimously approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Pat Stefano (R-32), in partnership with Sen. Lisa Boscola (D-18), to help protect individuals with communication barriers during interactions with law enforcement.  [Read More]

Senate Finance Committee Advances Culver, Williams Bill to Support Living Organ Donors
March 18, 2026

Senate Finance Committee Advances Culver, Williams Bill to Support Living Organ Donors

Senator Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-27) announced today that the Senate Finance Committee has approved Senate Bill 124, bipartisan legislation she is co-prime sponsoring with Senator Lindsey Williams (D-38), to provide targeted tax relief for Pennsylvanians who choose to become living organ donors.  [Read More]

Mastriano Shepherds Pro-Veteran Measures Through Committee
March 18, 2026

Mastriano Shepherds Pro-Veteran Measures Through Committee

The Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee yesterday approved three measures aimed at supporting Pennsylvania’s 650,000 veterans, according to Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33), who chairs the committee.  [Read More]

Senate Approves Pennycuick Measure to Protect Children from Harmful AI Chats
March 17, 2026

Senate Approves Pennycuick Measure to Protect Children from Harmful AI Chats

The Senate today approved legislation sponsored by Communications and Technology Committee Chair Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) to establish commonsense safeguards for children interacting with artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots.  [Read More]

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March 17, 2026

Rothman Bill to Cut Red Tape for Farmers Passes Senate

Legislation introduced by Sen. Greg Rothman (R-34) to cut red tape for hardworking farmers passed the Senate today with a vote of 49-1.  [Read More]

Senate Committee Approves Pennycuick Bill to Prevent Profiteering from Veterans Benefits
March 17, 2026

Senate Committee Approves Pennycuick Bill to Prevent Profiteering from Veterans Benefits

The Senate Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness Committee, today approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) to protect veterans from those seeking to exploit their rightfully earned benefits claims.  [Read More]

Senate Passes Bartolotta’s Bill to Protect Vehicle Choice in Pennsylvania
March 17, 2026

Senate Passes Bartolotta’s Bill to Protect Vehicle Choice in Pennsylvania

With bipartisan support, the Senate this week passed legislation sponsored by Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46) to prohibit future vehicle mandates in Pennsylvania.  [Read More]

Ward Bill to Expand First Responder Training Opportunities Passes Senate
March 16, 2026

Ward Bill to Expand First Responder Training Opportunities Passes Senate

The Senate has unanimously approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) to help address a shortage of qualified instructors who train emergency responders across the state.  [Read More]

Pennycuick Introduces School Bus Driver Safety Bill
March 10, 2026

Pennycuick Introduces School Bus Driver Safety Bill

Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) introduced legislation today to increase penalties for school bus drivers who get behind the wheel to transport our children while under the influence of alcohol, a controlled substance or a dangerous combination of both.  [Read More]

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