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Op-Ed: Pennsylvania’s Clean Water Comeback
October 17, 2025

Op-Ed: Pennsylvania’s Clean Water Comeback

In the face of recent headlines about the Chesapeake Bay’s lagging progress, Pennsylvania’s Susquehanna River stands out as proof that strategic, local-first investments can yield measurable results.  [Read More]

Senators Introduce Legislation to Address Rise of AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Material
October 16, 2025

Senators Introduce Legislation to Address Rise of AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Material

Senators Tracy Pennycuick (R-24), Scott Martin (R-13) and Lisa Baker (R-20) have introduced a bill to better protect young people against the serious threats posed by child abuse materials generated using artificial intelligence (AI).  [Read More]

Senate Passes Bill to Waive Interest on Short-Term Budget Impasse Loans
October 8, 2025

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
September 30, 2025

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]

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Office of Senator Scott Martin

Harrisburg Office

Senate Box 203013
Main Capitol 281
Harrisburg, PA 17120-3013
Telephone: (717) 787-6535
Fax: 717-772-5471
TTY: Use 711 (explained here)
Toll Free: (800) 235-1313

District Office

135 E. Main St., Suite 1-A
Strasburg, PA 17579
Telephone: (717) 397-1309
Fax: 717-299-7798

Earlier this week, WellSpan Health brought its mobile mammography unit to the PA Capitol. The mobile unit helps more women get screened for breast cancer without having to visit the hospital.

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Farmers help put food on our tables and clothes on our backs. Today, we pause to give thanks to all the farmers who work hard every day contributing to strong communities and a strong country!

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Meet Scott Martin

Scott Martin is a lifelong Lancaster County resident with deep roots in the community. Scott currently serves as part of the Senate Republican Leadership team as Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, which plays a crucial role in negotiating and developing the state budget. During his three terms in the Senate, he has authored dozens of laws to improve the quality of life for Pennsylvanians. He previously served as Chair of the Senate Education Committee and Senate Local Government Committee.
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