Mastriano Introduces ‘Joshua’s Law’ to Fix ‘Line of Duty’ Death Benefits for Families
Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) has introduced legislation to fix state law so families of certain first responders are no longer excluded from receiving “Line of Duty” death benefits. [Read More]
Martin Responds to Lancaster County Voter Registration Fraud Investigation
Senator Scott Martin (R-13) issued the following statement today regarding the investigation and identification of fraudulent voter registrations in Lancaster County: [Read More]
Pennycuick, Farry Measure Modernizing Workers’ Compensation Payments Set to Become Law
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) and Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) to make the Workers’ Compensation system more efficient by moving more benefit payments from paper checks to direct deposit received final legislative approval Tuesday. [Read More]
Brooks Bill Expanding Safe Haven Law to Urgent Care Centers Near Enactment
The Pennsylvania Senate approved legislation introduced by Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50) to expand Pennsylvania’s Safe Haven Law, allowing a parent to surrender their unharmed newborn at an urgent care center. [Read More]
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]