March 5, 2025
Mastriano Bill Would Honor Korean War Veterans
Legislation introduced by Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) would officially recognize July 27 as “Korean War Armistice Day” in Pennsylvania. [Read More]
News Releases
March 4, 2025
Key Points from Senate Budget Hearings with Department of Corrections, Pennsylvania Parole Board, Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency, Office of the State Fire Commissioner
Members of the Senate Appropriations Committee highlighted the growing costs of the Department of Corrections and lack of clarity in future planning during budget hearings today. [Read More]
March 3, 2025
Mastriano Introduces Bill to Improve Educational Opportunities for Students
To ensure that all Pennsylvania students have access to a high-quality education, Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) introduced the Educational Freedom for Families Act. [Read More]
February 27, 2025
Key Points from Senate Budget Hearings with Department of Agriculture, Department of Community and Economic Development
Shapiro Administration officials faced questions about cuts to funding for Avian Influenza and workforce development amidst a flurry of new proposed spending during public hearings of the Senate Appropriations Committee today. [Read More]
February 26, 2025
Key Points from Senate Budget Hearing with Department of Education
Senate Appropriations Committee members highlighted numerous concerns related to education funding and declining student achievement during a budget hearing with the Department of Education today. [Read More]
February 25, 2025
Key Points from Senate Budget Hearings with Department Environmental Protection, Department of Aging
Members of the Senate Appropriations Committee discussed the need for continued improvements in the environmental permitting process, sharply criticized Gov. Josh Shapiro’s plan to increase electricity taxes on Pennsylvanians, and explored the impact of potential shortfalls in the Lottery Fund during budget hearings today. [Read More]
February 25, 2025
Mastriano Bill Would Protect Law-Abiding Gun Owners
To address the inconsistency of firearm laws, Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) introduced the Protecting the Rights of Concealed Carry Permit Holders Traveling Across State Lines Act. [Read More]
February 24, 2025
Yaw Testifies Before House Policy Committee on Stopping New Energy Taxes
State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) recently testified before the House Republican Policy Committee at a hearing focused on stopping new energy taxes. [Read More]
February 20, 2025
Key Points from Senate Budget Hearings with Department of State, Department of Transportation
Senate Appropriations Committee members raised serious questions about Gov. Josh Shapiro’s plans to limit funding for road and bridge projects while increasing funding for mass transit during budget hearings today. [Read More]
February 20, 2025
PA Senators Honor Penn State’s THON Fundraiser
Senators Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35), Cris Dush (R-25) and Scott Martin (R-13) are honoring the thousands of Penn State students who participate in the annual THON fundraiser to support families affected by pediatric cancer. [Read More]