The Senate Finance Committee approved legislation today that would allow volunteer fire companies to keep more of the money they bring in during fundraisers, according to the bill’s sponsor, Senator Scott Martin (R-13). [Read More]
Senate Local Government Committee | March 26, 2019 | East Wing, Hearing Room 8E-B [Read More]
In recognition of World Down Syndrome Day in Pennsylvania, Senator Martin participated in a bicameral press conference discussing recent efforts to protect individuals living with Down syndrome. [Read More]
In recognition of the incredible accomplishments of individuals living with Down syndrome, Senator Scott Martin (R-13) led passage of a Senate resolution today designating March 21 as World Down Syndrome Day. Listen [Read More]
Senator Martin asked Secretary Dennis Davin of DCED about why the Administration chose to offer billions in tax breaks to recruit Amazon, but then continues to reject locally-controlled initiatives to incentivize new jobs and business growth in their area. [Read More]
In a follow-up round of questions during the budget hearing for the Gaming Control Board, Senator Martin questioned Executive Director Kevin O'Toole about modifications to the contract with the vendor implementing a video game terminal central control system, and steps to prevent/treat problem gambling. [Read More]
Senator Martin questioned Gaming Control Board Executive Director Kevin O'Toole about monitoring video game terminals via a central control system and his legislation allowing municipalities to opt out of truck stop VGTs. [Read More]
Senator Martin asked Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding about personnel available for agricultural preparedness and response efforts. [Read More]
Senator Scott Martin (R-13) reintroduced legislation recently that would provide new resources to students who face an extended absence from school due to injury or illness. [Read More]
Senator Martin spoke with Department of Military and Veteran Affairs Adjutant General Carrelli about efforts to address suicide rates among veterans, partnering with counties in their crisis intervention services and consumer choice for veterans and their families, especially when it pertains to institutional care services. [Read More]
