Senate Resolution Would Evaluate School Safety Programs to Find Potential Improvements
October 2, 2023

Senate Resolution Would Evaluate School Safety Programs to Find Potential Improvements

A comprehensive study of Pennsylvania’s approach to school safety could build on recent successes to keep kids safer in the classroom, according to Senator Scott Martin (R-Lancaster).  [Read More]

Senate Republican Leaders Decry Shapiro’s Attempt to Prevent Full Rainy Day Fund Transfer
September 29, 2023

Senate Republican Leaders Decry Shapiro’s Attempt to Prevent Full Rainy Day Fund Transfer

Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39), Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) and Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Scott Martin (R-13) issued the following statement today regarding the Shapiro Administration’s failure to request the statutorily required amount be deposited in the state’s Rainy Day Fund:  [Read More]

Martin Plans Free License Plate Replacement Event October 3
September 27, 2023

Martin Plans Free License Plate Replacement Event October 3

Community residents who have a damaged license plate can get help replacing it at a free public event hosted by the office of Senator Scott Martin (R-Lancaster) on Tuesday, October 3 in West Lampeter Township.  [Read More]

Martin Calls for Study Evaluating Successes and Future Needs of School Safety Grant Program
September 22, 2023

Martin Calls for Study Evaluating Successes and Future Needs of School Safety Grant Program

Senator Scott Martin (R-Lancaster) today called on his colleagues to support a study to evaluate the successes, outcomes and potential legislative actions that may be needed for the state’s largest school safety grant program.  [Read More]

Senator Martin Invites Community Residents to Attend Senior Expo on October 13 in East Earl
September 21, 2023

Senator Martin Invites Community Residents to Attend Senior Expo on October 13 in East Earl

Local seniors can learn more about programs and services available to them during a free senior expo hosted by Senator Scott Martin (R-Lancaster) on October 13 in East Earl.  [Read More]

Senate Votes to Streamline and Increase School Safety Measures
September 20, 2023

Senate Votes to Streamline and Increase School Safety Measures

The Senate has unanimously passed House Bill 27 to implement several key provisions to consolidate and streamline Pennsylvania’s school safety programs and ensure greater coordination in keeping children safe, according to Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39), Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41), Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Scott Martin (R-13) and Senate Education Committee Chair David Argall (R-29).  [Read More]

Martin Responds to Positive News on Pennsylvania’s Financial Position
September 8, 2023

Martin Responds to Positive News on Pennsylvania’s Financial Position

Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Senator Scott Martin (R-Lancaster) issued the following statement today following the announcement that Moody’s Investor Services has affirmed Pennsylvania’s current Bond Rating and revised the state’s financial outlook from “Stable” to “Positive”:  [Read More]

Senator Martin to Host Monthly Veteran Service Officer Days Beginning Sept. 12
August 31, 2023

Senator Martin to Host Monthly Veteran Service Officer Days Beginning Sept. 12

To connect more local military heroes with the benefits they earned by serving our country, Senator Scott Martin (R-13) will host monthly office hours specifically for veterans.  [Read More]

Senate Approves Critical Budget Implementation Bills
August 30, 2023

Senate Approves Critical Budget Implementation Bills

Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39), Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) and Senate Appropriations Committee Scott Martin (R-13) highlighted today’s advancement of legislation to further finalize portions of the state budget which require implementation language.  [Read More]

Senate Returns to Session to Send Budget Bill to Governor’s Desk
August 3, 2023

Senate Returns to Session to Send Budget Bill to Governor’s Desk

To prevent disruptions to the many critical services Pennsylvanians rely on every day, the Senate reconvened on Thursday to send the 2023-24 General Appropriations Bill to Governor Shapiro for enactment into law, according to Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) and Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Scott Martin (R-13), who held a media availability at the conclusion of session.  [Read More]

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