Bartolotta Bill Supporting First Responders Poised for Enactment
The General Assembly passed legislation sponsored by Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46) to allow first responders to access workers’ compensation benefits for a post-traumatic stress injury (PTSI). [Read More]
Capitol Hunger Garden Continues to Provide Fresh Produce for Harrisburg Residents in Need
As the Capitol Hunger Garden closes out its 14th season, Sen. Elder Vogel (R-47) and Rep. Emily Kinkead (D-20) were joined by other state and local leaders as they reflected on the continued impact the garden has on the Harrisburg community and the importance of having access to fresh, healthy food options. [Read More]
Langerholc Bill Creating Rape Kit Tracking System Set for Enactment into Law
The House of Representatives today unanimously approved a bill sponsored by Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) to establish a statewide rape kit evidence tracking system. [Read More]
Pittman Asserts New Information Promised by Revenue Secretary will be Reviewed
Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) offered the following statement following PA Department of Revenue Secretary Pat Browne’s appearance before the Senate: [Read More]
Senate Judiciary Committee Advances Bill to Protect Pets in Domestic Violence Cases
The Senate Judiciary Committee, chaired by Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20), this week advanced legislation that would provide additional protection for domestic violence survivors and their companion animals. [Read More]
Senator Vogel Closing of the Capitol Hunger Garden
Senator Elder Vogel | Closing of the Capitol Hunger Garden [Read More]
Brooks, Committee Advance Bill Addressing Oversight of Hospital Mergers and Acquisitions
Chair of the Senate Health & Human Services Committee, Senator Michele Brooks (R-50), amended House Bill 2344 this week to further provide oversight for hospital acquisitions and major consolidations. [Read More]
Baker’s Bill Improving Elevator Safety in Pennsylvania Passes Senate
The Pennsylvania Senate passed legislation today to improve elevator safety standards in Pennsylvania, according to the bill’s sponsor Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20). [Read More]
Stefano, Costa Bill Offering New Option to Reinstate Driving Privilege Sent to Governor’s Desk
Today, the Pennsylvania General Assembly gave final approval on legislation by Sens. Pat Stefano (R-32) and Jay Costa (D-43) that would allow magisterial district judges to grant 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. This initiative would only apply to drivers whose suspension resulted from routine violations. [Read More]
Senate Committee Approves Mastriano Bill Mandating Holocaust Education in PA Schools
Just two days after the one-year anniversary of the deadly Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack against Israel, the state Senate Education Committee today approved a bill introduced by Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) that would require schools in Pennsylvania to teach students about the Holocaust. [Read More]