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June 22, 2022

Senators Collett & Mensch celebrate Boston Legacy Foundation & Road Renaming After Local Hero

Yesterday, Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery/Bucks) and Senator Bob Mensch (R-24 Montgomery/Berks/Bucks) welcomed guests from the Boston Legacy Foundation in Harrisburg to celebrate the signing into law of HB 1560, which renames State Route 2004, North Broad Street in the Borough of Lansdale and Hatfield Township, as the Doctor Frank Erdman Boston Memorial Highway.  [Read More]

Argall Bill to Protect Corrections Officers Passed by Senate
June 22, 2022

Argall Bill to Protect Corrections Officers Passed by Senate

A bill to protect the rights of Pennsylvania’s corrections officers was approved by the state Senate by a bipartisan vote of 42-8, according to Senator David G. Argall (R-29), the prime sponsor of the bill.  [Read More]

Senate Approves Study on Long-term Care Staffing Trends During the COVID-19 Pandemic
June 21, 2022

Senate Approves Study on Long-term Care Staffing Trends During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Senate approved a resolution today that would initiate a study on staffing trends at long-term care facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic, Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) said.  [Read More]

Argall Bill to Curb Welfare Abuse Passed by Senate
June 21, 2022

Argall Bill to Curb Welfare Abuse Passed by Senate

A bill to halt wasteful spending in the Medical Assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance (SNAP) programs was approved by the state Senate today by a vote of 30 to 20, according to Senator David G. Argall (R-29), the prime sponsor of the bill.  [Read More]

Bartolotta Bill to Help Adult Learners, PA Economy Passes Committee
June 21, 2022

Bartolotta Bill to Help Adult Learners, PA Economy Passes Committee

The Senate Education Committee passed legislation sponsored by Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46) that would dedicate $15 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) money to meet the increased need to upskill working age adults for the post-COVID workforce.  [Read More]

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June 21, 2022

Martin, Aument Bills to Limit Sexual Content in PA Schools Pass Senate Education Committee

Two bills sponsored by Sens. Scott Martin (R-13) and Ryan Aument (R-36) intended to address discussions of gender identity and sexual orientation in Pennsylvania schools advanced out of the Senate Education Committee today.  [Read More]

Senate Committee Passes Gebhard Bill to Improve Personal Financial Literacy
June 21, 2022

Senate Committee Passes Gebhard Bill to Improve Personal Financial Literacy

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) to improve personal financial literacy by requiring completion of a full-credit economics and personal finance course as a high school graduation requirement was passed by the Senate Education Committee today.  [Read More]

Mastriano Supports Legislation to Empower Parents in Education
June 21, 2022

Mastriano Supports Legislation to Empower Parents in Education

Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) voted on three bills today that prioritize parents’ role in fostering their children’s education.    [Read More]

Senate Passes Baker, Yudichak Legislation to Protect Children from Lead Poisoning
June 16, 2022

Senate Passes Baker, Yudichak Legislation to Protect Children from Lead Poisoning

The Pennsylvania Senate has unanimously passed legislation that takes a significant step forward to protect children from lead poisoning, according to the bill’s prime sponsors, Senator Lisa Baker (R-20) and Senator John Yudichak (I-14).  [Read More]

Vogel Introduces Dog Law Modernization Bill
June 16, 2022

Vogel Introduces Dog Law Modernization Bill

Pennsylvania’s enforcement of its dog laws is, and for several years has been, in trouble, and legislation newly introduced by Sen. Elder Vogel (R-47) is focused on fixing the problems.  [Read More]

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