Laughlin, Dush Introduce Safe Harbor Legislation for Sexually Exploited Children
Sens. Dan Laughlin (R-49) and Cris Dush (R-25) today introduced legislation to update existing “safe harbor laws” to address the gaps in the current statute regarding the protection and support of minors who have been victims of sexual exploitation. [Read More]
Martin, Yaw Applaud Increase in State Budget for Clean Streams Fund
State Sen. Scott Martin (R-13), chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), chairman of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, applauded a $50 million annual recurring investment in the state’s Clean Streams Fund included in the 2024-25 state budget. [Read More]
Laughlin, Langerholc Seek to Bring Back Flagship Niagara License Plate
State Sens. Dan Laughlin (R-49) and Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) will soon introduce legislation to bring back the Flagship Niagara license plate. [Read More]
Yaw Measure Establishing Carbon Capture Framework in PA Signed into Law
Legislation to establish the legal and regulatory framework for potential carbon dioxide capture, utilization, and sequestration (CCUS) in Pennsylvania was signed into law earlier this week by Gov. Josh Shapiro, according to Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), sponsor of the measure. [Read More]
Regan Ready-to-Drink Cocktails Bill Signed into Law
After a multi-year effort, liquor will be sold outside of the state store system with the passage of legislation championed by Sen. Mike Regan (R-31). [Read More]
Baker’s Trust Modernization Legislation Signed into Law
A bill signed by the governor this week seeks to modernize and enhance Pennsylvania’s trust laws, according to Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20), who sponsored the measure. [Read More]
Robinson Bill Allowing Doorless Driving of Jeeps, Broncos Becomes Law
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Devlin Robinson (R-37) to allow doorless driving in Pennsylvania for vehicles such as Jeeps and Broncos was signed into law today. [Read More]
Aument Proposal to Limit Student Smartphone Use During School Signed into Law
The General Assembly passed and the Governor signed a proposal championed by Sen. Ryan Aument (R-36) to improve students’ mental health and academic performance by giving schools the resources they need to effectively limit student smartphone use during the school day. [Read More]
Regan Armed School Security Legislation Achieves Final Passage, Heads to Governor
Every school district across the commonwealth will have an armed school security officer thanks to the passage of legislation sponsored by Sen. Mike Regan (R-31). [Read More]
Senate Passes Stefano, Costa Bill Offering New Option to Reinstate Driving Privilege
The Senate passed a bill sponsored by Sens. Pat Stefano (R-32) and Jay Costa (D-43) that would allow magisterial district judges to give Pennsylvania drivers who are unable to pay the fees and fines of their suspended license the option to pursue community service as a payment alternative. [Read More]