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January 19, 2022

Senate advances legislation to prioritize state’s information technology efforts, strengthen cybersecurity

Legislation that would create the new “Office of Information Technology” and require cybersecurity best practices across state agencies received the approval of the Senate of Pennsylvania today, according to Senators Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York) and Ryan Aument (R-Lancaster), who sponsored the measure. Listen   [Read More]

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January 19, 2022

Phillips-Hill’s proposal barring taxpayer dollars from paying ransomware approved by Senate

The Senate of Pennsylvania approved significant reforms as to how state and local governmental entities must address ransomware attacks moving forward, according to the bill’s sponsor, Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York). Listen  [Read More]

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January 19, 2022

Mastriano bill to provide free fishing licenses for disabled first responders passes the Senate

A bill drafted by Senator Doug Mastriano (PA-33) to provide free fishing licenses for disabled first responders unanimously passed the Senate today.   [Read More]

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January 19, 2022

Stefano Bill would enhance Pennsylvania’s EMS System

This week, the Pennsylvania Senate voted in favor of legislation sponsored by Sen. Pat Stefano (R-32) to help facilitate the day-to-day movement of EMS personnel across state lines in the performance of their duties.   [Read More]

Corman Calls on House Leaders to Begin Impeachment Proceedings Against Philly DA Krasner
January 18, 2022

Corman Calls on House Leaders to Begin Impeachment Proceedings Against Philly DA Krasner

Senate President Pro Tempore Jake Corman (R-Bellefonte) today called on leaders in the House of Representatives to begin impeachment proceedings against Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner to stem the tide of violence in the City of Philadelphia.  [Read More]

Yaw: DEP Must Address Skyrocketing RGGI Auction Prices
January 14, 2022

Yaw: DEP Must Address Skyrocketing RGGI Auction Prices

Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) said the Department of Environmental Protection must address skyrocketing clearing prices set during recent Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) auctions.   [Read More]

Aument Introduces Bill Allowing School Choice During Pandemic
January 13, 2022

Aument Introduces Bill Allowing School Choice During Pandemic

State Senator Ryan Aument (R-36) has introduced legislation that would create a universal Education Savings Account (ESA) for parents and students to utilize during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.  [Read More]

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January 13, 2022

Pennsylvania State Grange Panel Discussion on Solar Development

| Pennsylvania State Grange Panel Discussion on Solar Development | Thursday, January 13, 2022 | Farm Show Building, Harrisburg PA  [Read More]

Yaw: Veto Override Necessary to Protect Pennsylvanians from Gov. Wolf’s Carbon Tax
January 12, 2022

Yaw: Veto Override Necessary to Protect Pennsylvanians from Gov. Wolf’s Carbon Tax

Gov. Tom Wolf’s climate scheme moved one step closer to reality Monday with his swift, albeit expected, veto of a Senate resolution disapproving Pennsylvania’s entry into the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), according to Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee Chair, Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23).  [Read More]

Langerholc, Browne Bill Heads to the Governor’s Desk
January 11, 2022

Langerholc, Browne Bill Heads to the Governor’s Desk

The House passed legislation sponsored by Sens. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) and Pat Browne (R-16) that will assist students experiencing homelessness or those who transition between foster homes to stay on track to graduate high school.  [Read More]

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