Robinson’s Manufacturing Bill Prioritizing Job Opportunities Approved by Senate
The Senate has approved legislation to improve Pennsylvania’s manufacturing industry opportunities through collaboration and innovation, according to the bill’s sponsor, Sen. Devlin Robinson (R-37). [Read More]
Senate Approves Rothman Bill to Simplify Government, Ensure Adequate Funding for Roads and Bridges
The Senate today approved legislation sponsored by State Sen. Greg Rothman (R-34) to replace Pennsylvania’s Alternative Fuels Tax on electric vehicle owners with a flat fee. [Read More]
Regan, Senate Committee Advance Bills to Reform Medical Marijuana Law and Enable Sale of Edibles
The Senate Law and Justice Committee, chaired by Sen. Mike Regan (R-31) today approved six bills, including three to reform Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana law. One bill would enable the sale of edible medical marijuana in the commonwealth. [Read More]
TOMORROW: Senate Judiciary Committee Holding Confirmation Hearing, Voting Meeting
The Senate Judiciary Committee, chaired by Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20), is holding a confirmation hearing and voting meeting tomorrow, June 22, at 10 a.m., in Hearing Room 1, North Office Building, Capitol Complex, Harrisburg. [Read More]
Yaw: Senate ERE Committee Oks Framework for Carbon Capture Sequestration, Bill Directing EQB to Establish Spill Reporting Requirements
The Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee today approved two bills addressing carbon capture sequestration and reporting requirements for accidental spills, according to Chairman Gene Yaw (R-23), sponsor of both measures. [Read More]
Robinson’s Bill Authorizing Body Cameras for Parole Agents Approved by Committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Devlin Robinson (R-37) that would authorize state parole agents to wear body cameras was approved unanimously today by the Senate’s Law and Justice Committee. [Read More]
Sept. 11 Hero Watches as Senate Approves Mastriano Bill Requiring Remembrance of 9/11 in Schools
With the former New York City policeman captured in an iconic Sept. 11 photograph standing in the balcony, the state Senate on Monday approved legislation introduced by Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) that would require Pennsylvania schools to observe a moment of silence commemorating the anniversary of the terrorist attack on America. [Read More]
Vogel’s Dog Law Modernization Bill Advances from PA Senate Chamber
In an effort to revitalize the Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement (BDLE), Sen. Elder Vogel, Jr.’s (R-47) Dog Law Modernization Bill (Senate Bill 746) advanced from the Senate with bipartisan support by a vote of 43-7. [Read More]
Senate Approves Coleman Bill Renaming State Road after Two Local Fallen Firefighters
The state Senate today approved legislation introduced by Sen. Jarrett Coleman (R-16) that would rename a portion of state Route 143 in Lynn Township in honor of two local firefighters who lost their lives in December 2022. [Read More]
Senate ERE Committee Schedules Voting Meeting for Wednesday, June 21
The Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee will convene on Wednesday, June 21 at 9:30 a.m. to consider the following bills: [Read More]