Ward, Boscola Held Hearing Focused on Impacts of state PBM Reform and Further Protecting PA Pharmacies
Sens. Judy Ward (R-30) and Lisa Boscola (D-18), chairs of the Senate Community Pharmacy Caucus, held an informational briefing with local pharmacists, the state Department of Human Services and Insurance Department, and industry stakeholders to highlight community pharmacies and the important role they play to Pennsylvania residents. [Read More]
Robinson’s Bill Helping Disabled Veterans Enjoy Outdoor Activities Passes Senate
Sen. Devlin Robinson (R–37) announced the Senate passed his legislation this week supporting opportunities for Pennsylvania’s heroes to participate in outdoor traditions. [Read More]
Brooks Bill to Strengthen Consumer Protections Against Telemarketing Approved by Committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50) to put in place stronger protections for the public in Pennsylvania’s telemarketing laws has advanced out of the Senate Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee. [Read More]
Baker: Judiciary Committee Advances Key Legislation for Pennsylvanians
The Senate Judiciary Committee, chaired by Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20), approved five bills addressing a range of issues affecting Pennsylvanians. [Read More]
Senate Passes Bartolotta’s Bill Promoting Veteran-Owned Businesses
With bipartisan support, the Senate today passed legislation sponsored by Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46) to support veterans’ entrepreneurial efforts by creating a logo that highlights Pennsylvania’s veteran-owned businesses. [Read More]
Argall Bills to Boost Long-Term Care, Corrections Workforces Advance
During the Senate’s session this week to continue work on the state budget, two bills authored by Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) were passed with bipartisan support by the full Senate, while a third advanced out of committee. [Read More]
Gebhard Introduces Bill to Support Local Clubs by Increasing Small Games of Chance Prize Limit
Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) introduced legislation that would provide much-needed relief to Pennsylvania’s civic organizations, fire companies, veterans groups and other nonprofits by increasing the prize limit for small games of chance. [Read More]
Vogel, Hunger Caucus Bring Awareness to Hunger in Pennsylvania
Sen. Elder Vogel, Jr. (R-47) led the charge against food insecurity in Pennsylvania as he stood with lawmakers and industry leaders to continue to spread awareness about hunger across the commonwealth. [Read More]
Committee Advances Measure to Raise Awareness and Funding for Mental Health Resources
The Senate Transportation Committee advanced a measure that will create a specialty license plate to support mental health funding, according to the bill’s sponsor, Sen. Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York). [Read More]
Putting the Needs of People Over Politics
Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) issued the following statement regarding SEPTA and PRT seeking approval from PennDOT to use money from the Public Transportation Trust Fund: [Read More]