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PA Senators Honor Penn State’s THON Fundraiser
February 20, 2025

PA Senators Honor Penn State’s THON Fundraiser

Senators Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35), Cris Dush (R-25) and Scott Martin (R-13) are honoring the thousands of Penn State students who participate in the annual THON fundraiser to support families affected by pediatric cancer.  [Read More]

Senator Scott Martin and SACA to Host Fraud Protection Event on March 19 at Tec Centro SW
February 19, 2025

Senator Scott Martin and SACA to Host Fraud Protection Event on March 19 at Tec Centro SW

February 19, 2025 – Residents of Lancaster and surrounding areas are invited to participate in a free educational event, “$cam Jam,” aimed at empowering individuals, especially seniors, to recognize and prevent various forms of fraud. This will be presented in both English and Spanish.  [Read More]

Senate Appropriations Chair Martin Details Concerns on Shapiro Budget’s $27 Billion Shortfall
February 6, 2025

Senate Appropriations Chair Martin Details Concerns on Shapiro Budget’s $27 Billion Shortfall

HARRISBURG – After completing a detailed analysis of Governor Shapiro’s 2025-26 budget plan, Senate Appropriations Committee Scott Martin (R-Lancaster) raised serious concerns about shortfalls in future years that would burden taxpayers with significant new costs and higher taxes in the years ahead. “Pennsylvanians deserve a budget that is honest with taxpayers about the impact of […]  [Read More]

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February 4, 2025

Senate Republicans: Shapiro’s Spending Plan Unrealistic

Senate Republicans will closely examine Gov. Josh Shapiro’s 2025-26 budget plan during the next several months to find improvements that will ensure greater long-term fiscal stability for the Commonwealth, according to Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39), Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) and Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Scott Martin (R-13).  [Read More]

Martin, Picozzi Honor Catholic Schools Week in Pennsylvania
January 30, 2025

Martin, Picozzi Honor Catholic Schools Week in Pennsylvania

Senators Scott Martin (R-13) and Joe Picozzi (R-5) honored Catholic Schools Week in Pennsylvania this week with remarks on the Senate Floor and a special guest chaplain.  [Read More]

Bills to Fight Waste, Fraud, and Abuse in Public Assistance Programs Approved by Pennsylvania Senate
January 29, 2025

Bills to Fight Waste, Fraud, and Abuse in Public Assistance Programs Approved by Pennsylvania Senate

HARRISBURG – Three bills to stop waste, fraud, and abuse in Pennsylvania’s Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program and Medical Assistance program were passed by the Pennsylvania Senate today with bipartisan support. Introduced by Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Sen. Scott Martin (R-13), Senate Bills 155, 156, and 157 will strengthen the state’s efforts to prevent the […]  [Read More]

Senate Republicans Kick Off 2025-26 Legislative Session with New Members, Leadership Team
January 7, 2025

Senate Republicans Kick Off 2025-26 Legislative Session with New Members, Leadership Team

The Pennsylvania Senate convened today for the start of the 2025-26 legislative session, highlighted by the swearing-in of new and re-elected members.  [Read More]

Senator Martin Takes Oath of Office to Begin Third Term Representing Lancaster, Berks Counties
January 7, 2025

Senator Martin Takes Oath of Office to Begin Third Term Representing Lancaster, Berks Counties

Senator Scott Martin (R-Lancaster) pledged to continue fighting for a brighter future for Pennsylvania as he was sworn in today to begin serving his third term representing the 13th Senatorial District.  [Read More]

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