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Senate Passes Bill to Waive Interest on Short-Term Budget Impasse Loans
Pennsylvania counties, early education programs, rape prevention and domestic violence prevention centers could pay no interest on loans from the Pennsylvania Treasury under legislation approved by the Senate today, according to Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39), Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) and Appropriations Committee Chair Scott Martin (R-13). [Read More]
Senate Republicans to Introduce Legislation Providing Loan Interest Forgiveness to Counties and Head Start
Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39), Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) and Appropriations Chair Scott Martin (R-13) announced their intention to introduce legislation forgiving the interest on loans following the announcement by State Treasurer Stacy Garrity to help Head Start providers and counties during the state budget impasse. [Read More]
Senator Martin Calls for Accountability from Governor Shapiro on Energy Policy
Senate Appropriations Committee Chairman Scott Martin (R-Lancaster) issued the following statement today in reaction to Governor Shapiro’s comments yesterday on energy policy: [Read More]
Meeting to consider SB 65, SB 713, SB 922 and SB 952
Senate Appropriations Committee | Rules Committee Conference Room [Read More]
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This week, lawmakers and key advocates came together to mark October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month by turning the Capitol fountain pink!
Lancaster Conservation District recently celebrated its 75th year of protecting our natural resources. I shared a Senate Citation honoring this important milestone!
Our nation is extremely blessed to have so many brave individuals willing to answer freedom’s call around the world. Today, we share our special thanks to all who served during Operation Desert Storm and in the global war on terrorism.
PIAA officials play a key role in promoting the values of respect, good character and fair play among young people. This week, we recognize their efforts and thank them for their dedication.
If you are interested in becoming an official, visit https://www.piaa.org/officials/.
