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Sestak Clarifies Controversial "Earmark" Timeline
Onorato: Make gas drillers pay, not taxpayers
Meehan offers his plans for creating jobs
National unemployment rate up to 9.6 percent
GOP seizes on expiring tax cuts as unemployment ticks up
Election 2010: Pennsylvania Governor
Onorato decides to back shale gas extraction tax
Scranton Dem endorses Barletta
Primary 'enthusiasm gap' points to November GOP turnout advantage
Poll: Trust swings to GOP on economy, jobs
Help me (less), says Danny O
Candidates for governor heat up race
Political poll shows Toomey, Corbett ahead
Toomey campaigns in Erie, Crawford counties
GOP candidates stump at Grange Fair
New ad slams Sestak's votes on the economy
Kanjorski's projects don't always pan out
Toomey defends financial positions during campaign stop
Gubernatorial hopeful Corbett tours IRMC
Dent takes aim at Callahan
Republican candidates in Pennsylvania Senate, governor's races lead among likely voters, poll shows
Toomey's window has a view of DC
Republican candidate visits area airport
So Far, Sestak Back on His Heels
7th District Candidates Discuss Jobs, Spending (with video)
First Meehan-Lentz Debate Focuses On Bush Tax Cuts, Tea Party
Corbett Praises Valley Firm
Cannon: Big Potential for Republican Governor, Redistricting Wins
Rendell Says Drivers Wouldn't Notice Increase In State Gas Tax
GOP Chair Steele pushes for Sestak/Clinton investigation
Small Business Group Endorses Fitzpatrick
Pennsylvania Senate: Toomey (R) 46%, Sestak (D) 37%
GOP Lt. Gov. Hopeful Pays Visit
Support Given To Corbett
Toomey Moves Ahead In PA-Sen Race
GOP pollsters see challengers leading in four Pa. races
Onorato allies aid Tea Party candidacy
Corbett rallies GOP party
Gerlach questions Trivedi's resume
Barletta hits Kanjorski for not endorsing Paterno medal bid
Democratic Decline
Onorato, Corbett building steam for Pa. governor race
Murphy, Fitzpatrick trade barbs over jobs
Sestak campaign is starting to confound
Toomey, Sestak invited to debate
Rendell driving bad deal
Onorato sidesteps question on DRPA chairman's future
Congressional candidate Lentz spurns petition issue
Ex-interns aid third-party bid
Pa. Will Be Key Steppingstone for GOP Majority
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9/2/10 - Legislation Introduced to Crack Down on Adults Who Leave Children Unattended While Gambling
Legislation that would provide stronger penalties for people who leave children alone in vehicles has been introduced by Senator Tommy Tomlinson and Representative Gene DiGirolamo.
9/1/10 - Media Alert - Legislators to Hold News Conference on Child Endangerment Bill
State Senator Tommy Tomlinson and State Representative Gene DiGirolamo will hold a news conference at noon on Thursday, September 2, at the Bensalem Municipal Building, located at 2400 Byberry Road in Bensalem.
8/30/10 - Senator Pileggi, Representative Eachus Unveil Mobile Website for Legislative Information
A new website will make it easier for users of mobile devices to access legislative information, Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi (R-9) and House Majority Leader Todd Eachus (D-116) announced today.
8/24/10 - Race-to-the-Top Outcome Is Trigger for Real Reform
Reacting to today's announcement that Pennsylvania has not been chosen to receive federal Race to the Top (RTT) monies in the second round, the Chairman of the Senate Education Committee, state Sen. Jeffrey Piccola (R-Dauphin and York), said:
8/20/10 - Piccola Praises Harrisburg School's Move Toward Transparency and Accountability
Reacting to the release of Harrisburg School District's most recent test results, state Sen. Jeff Piccola (R-15) said: "This level of transparency and honesty is refreshing, and long overdue.
8/5/10 - Sen. Rafferty to Hold Senate Hearing on Misconduct at DRPA
Senate Transportation Committee Chair John Rafferty (R-44) said his committee will hold a public hearing in September to further probe widespread allegations of mismanagement, fraud and political patronage at the Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), stressing that "a long-term solution is needed to clean up decades of abuse."
7/16/10 - Senate Committee to Hold Summer Hearings On Wide Range of Transportation Issues
The Senate Transportation Committee will continue its aggressive schedule of public hearings on transportation funding issues this summer, according to Chairman John Rafferty (R-44), who said the panel is seeking input on a wide range of issues affecting the state’s roads, bridges, rail lines, ports and aviation. The hearings will all be held in Hearing Room 1 of the North Office Building in Harrisburg.
7/9/10 - Pippy Bill Allowing Higher Ed Schools to Offer Lower Tuition to Military Personnel Becomes Law
Legislation sponsored by Sen. John Pippy (R-37) that will allow colleges to offer lower, in-state tuition rates for on-line courses to military personnel has been signed into law.
7/6/10 - Sen. White's Rx Redistribution Measure Headed to Governor
Legislation introduced by Senator Don White (R-41) authorizing the Corrections Department and county prisons to redistribute unopened prescription medicines is now before the Governor for his signature and enactment into law.
7/3/10 - Harrisburg School District to Earn Money to Innovate
Pennsylvania's Education Empowerment law may have expired on June 30, but the state's efforts to turn around failing school districts are continuing in the form of incentive grants, to be awarded to the six former "empowerment" school districts that take steps to implement reforms.
7/3/10 - Senate Approves Anti-Poaching Legislation
The Senate approved legislation today that would improve hunter safety and impose stiffer penalties for poaching, according to Senator Richard Alloway II (R-33).
7/2/10 - Brubaker Proposal Would Require Cost-Effective Travel for State Employees
Sen. Mike Brubaker (R-36) proposed legislation this week that would require Senate and state employees to use the most cost-effective method of travel for state business.
6/30/10 - Senate Sends Responsible Budget Package to House
The Senate today approved and returned to the House of Representatives a budget package that restrains state spending and maintains state services and programs without a broad-based tax increase.
6/30/10 - Orie Proposes Legislation to Improve Megan's Law Website and Incorporate Recommendations Made by Auditor General
Senator Jane Orie (R-Allegheny) is proposing legislation that would improve the Pennsylvania Megan's Law Website by incorporating recommendations made in a Special Report issued recently by Auditor General Jack Wagner.
6/29/10 - Senate Approves Ward's Bill to Audit Methadone Treatment Costs
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Kim Ward (R-39) authorizing a performance audit of the state's methadone treatment and medical assistance transportation programs was approved by the Senate today.
6/29/10 - Senate Approves Senator Browne's Tanning Salon Bill
The Senate approved Senate Bill 460, legislation introduced by Senator Pat Browne (R-16), intended to improve safety at tanning salons and require parental consent for minors.
6/29/10 - Senate Majority Policy Committee Holds Hearing on Term Limits
The Senate Majority Policy Committee, chaired by Sen. Ted Erickson (R-26), held a public hearing today on legislative term limits.
6/29/10 - Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee Examines Stranded Dairy Premiums
The Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee today explored ways to ensure that struggling state dairy farmers receive premiums intended to be paid to producers for milk sold in Pennsylvania, according to committee chairman Senator Mike Brubaker (R-36).
6/29/10 - Senator Orie and Senator Rafferty Bill to Implement National Adam Walsh Child Safety Act Unanimously Reported from Committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Jane Orie (R-Allegheny) and Sen. John Rafferty (R-Montgomery) seeking to protect children from sexual predators and establish federally mandated national standards to strengthen sex offender registration was unanimously approved by the Senate Judiciary Committee today.
6/28/10 - Commission Presents Final Recommendations to Senate Leaders
The Senate Government Management and Cost Study Commission presented its final report today outlining over 40 recommendations to reduce or eliminate unnecessary government expenditures.
6/28/10 - TUESDAY: Senate Majority Policy Committee to Hold Hearing on Term Limits
The Senate Majority Policy Committee, chaired by Sen. Ted Erickson (R-26), will hold a public hearing tomorrow on legislative term limits.
6/23/10 - Senate Approves College Textbook Affordability Legislation
The Senate approved legislation today that would make college textbooks more affordable and accessible to students, according to State Senator David G. Argall (R-29).
6/23/10 - Senate Approves Pileggi Bill to Give Local Communities a Share of Air Pollution Fines
When a company is fined by the state for violating Pennsylvania's Clean Air Act, local communities would get a share of that money for environmental projects under legislation introduced by Senator Dominic Pileggi (R-9) and approved unanimously today by the Senate.
6/22/10 - Tomlinson's Childhood Immunization Bill Approved by Committee
The Senate Public Health and Welfare Committee unanimously approved legislation today sponsored by Senator Robert M. "Tommy" Tomlinson that would require the Department of Health to take important steps to increase public awareness of the National Advisory Committee on Immunization Practice's influenza recommendations for vaccines in children.
6/22/10 - Senate Approves Study Designed to Modernize Pennsylvania's 50-Year-Old Library Code
Pennsylvania will soon begin work on a comprehensive review of the 50-year-old law governing library services in the state.
6/22/10 - Ward's Bill to Audit Methadone Treatment Costs Approved by Committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Kim Ward (R-39) authorizing a performance audit of the state's methadone treatment and medical assistance transportation programs was approved by the Senate Public Health and Welfare committee today.
6/22/10 - State Senate Passes Baker Legislation to Honor Fallen State Police Troopers
The State Senate has approved legislation sponsored by Senator Lisa Baker (R-20) that would designate I-84 from Lackawanna County to the PA/New York state line as the "Fallen Trooper Memorial Highway."
6/21/10 - Ward Unveils Jennifer's Law in Wake of Westmoreland County Murder
State Sen. Kim Ward (R-39) today unveiled her proposed "Jennifer's Law" named after a Westmoreland County woman who was tortured and murdered.
6/18/10 - Ward to Unveil "Jennifer's Law" in Wake of Westmoreland County Murder
State Sen. Kim Ward (R-39) on Monday will unveil her proposed "Jennifer's Law" named after a Westmoreland County woman who was tortured and murdered.
6/16/10 - Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee Discusses Marcellus Shale Safety Issues
The Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, chaired by Sen. Mary Jo White (R-21), met today for a briefing on Marcellus Shale safety issues.
6/16/10 - Brubaker Introduces Workforce Development Legislation
Sen. Mike Brubaker (R-36) introduced legislation today that would support the Commonwealth's workforce development efforts by continuing the Industry Partnerships program.
6/15/10 - Senate Transportation Panel to Hold Hearings on Funding Issues
The Senate Transportation Committee kicked off a series of public hearings today on the transportation funding issues, according to Committee Chairman Senator John Rafferty (R-44).
6/15/10 - Senate Adopts New Rules of Ethical Conduct
The state Senate today adopted a set of Rules of Ethical Conduct designed to make the division between legislative and campaign work clear, to provide annual ethics training, and to establish strong penalties for violations.
6/14/10 - Senate Panel Approves Orie Bill to Waive Residency Requirement for Pittsburgh Police
The Senate Law and Justice Committee today approved legislation sponsored by Senator Jane Orie (R-Allegheny) that would remove the current requirement in state law that Pittsburgh police reside in the city.
6/14/10 - McIlhinney Supports Legislation to Protect Pennsylvania Construction Jobs
Sen. Chuck McIlhinney (R-Bucks and Montgomery) voiced his support for legislation to protect Pennsylvania construction jobs at a Capitol press conference.
6/10/10 - Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee to be Briefed on Marcellus Shale Safety Issues
The Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, chaired by Sen. Mary Jo White (R-21), will meet next week for a briefing on Marcellus Shale safety issues.
6/9/10 - Senate Education Committee Endorses Corman Legislation to Reduce the Burden of Mandates on School Districts
The Senate Education Committee approved legislation this week sponsored by Sen. Jake Corman (R-Bellefonte) to extend a provision of the state's Empowerment Act that allows school districts to apply for waivers from certain mandates.
6/8/10 - Senate Passes Greenleaf Prison Reform Bills
the Pennsylvania Senate approved three prison reform bills sponsored by Senator Stewart J. Greenleaf. The bills (SB 1145, 1161, 1275) would provide for alternative sentencing programs for non-violent offenders, allow offenders with short minimum sentences to serve their time in community corrections centers, and provide punishment alternatives for technical parole violators.
6/8/10 - Senate Education Committee Approves Rafferty Measure Requiring Super Majority Vote to Raise School Property Taxes
The Senate Education Committee today approved legislation sponsored by Sen. John Rafferty (R-Montgomery) that would require a "super majority" vote for school boards to raise taxes.
6/4/10 - Vogel Bill on Community Fundraisers Enacted Into Law
Governor Rendell has signed Senator Elder Vogel's legislation barring the state from citing community groups for selling home-made baked goods.
6/1/10 - Corman – Revenues Continue to Fall Behind Projections
Senate Appropriations Committee Chairman Jake Corman (R-34) reiterated his commitment to adopting a fiscally responsible state budget before the June 30 deadline, but strongly warned that underperforming revenues continue to drive up the Commonwealth's year-end deficit.
5/27/10 - Corman Bill Creating a Certificate of Birth Resulting in Stillbirth Unanimously Passes Senate
The Senate of Pennsylvania unanimously passed legislation sponsored by Sen. Jake Corman (R-Bellefonte) to allow a parent to request a "Certificate of Birth Resulting in Stillbirth" from the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
5/26/10 - Senators Unveil Bipartisan Methadone Accountability Package
A group of lawmakers and advocates unveiled a bipartisan package of legislation today overhauling Pennsylvania’s methadone treatment laws to increase fiscal accountability and safety, and reduce the unlawful use of methadone and methadone poisoning deaths.
5/25/10 - Vogel Bill on Community Fundraisers Headed to Governor
Senator Elder Vogel's legislation barring the state from citing community groups for selling home-made baked goods received final legislative approval in the Senate today.
5/25/10 - Senators Ward, Washington Promote Weekend Backpack Program
State Sen. Kim Ward (R-39) and Sen. LeAnna Washington (D-4) were joined today on the Capitol steps by food bank advocates to promote the Weekend Backpack Program for hungry children.
5/24/10 - Media Advisory - Senators to Unveil Bipartisan Methadone Accountability Package
A group of lawmakers and advocates will unveil a bipartisan package of legislation Wednesday overhauling Pennsylvania's methadone treatment laws to increase fiscal accountability and safety, and reduce the unlawful use of methadone and methadone poisoning deaths.
5/20/10 - Tuesday: Senators Ward, Washington Promote Weekend Backpack Program
State Sen. Kim Ward (R-39) and Sen. LeAnna Washington (D-4) will be joined Tuesday on the Capitol steps by food bank advocates to promote the Weekend Backpack Program for hungry children.
5/20/10 - Senator Pileggi Calls for Comprehensive Update to Pennsylvania's 50-Year-Old Library Code
Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi (R-9) has introduced a resolution calling for a study designed to lay the groundwork for a comprehensive update of the 50-year-old law governing library services in Pennsylvania.
5/11/10 - Senate Majority Policy Hearing on Natural Gas Pipelines
Ensuring pipeline safety and providing reliable and sustainable energy for consumers were two of the main topics of discussion during a public hearing held today by the State Senate Majority Policy Committee.
5/7/10 - TUESDAY: Senate Majority Policy Committee Hearing on Marcellus Shale Pipelines
The Senate Majority Policy Committee will hold a public hearing Tuesday on issues related to pipelines and Marcellus Shale, Chairman Ted Erickson (R-26) and Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) announced today.
5/6/10 - Piccola Applauds State's Decision to Study Safety at John Harris High School
Sen. Jeffrey E. Piccola (R-Dauphin, York) applauded an announcement from the state Department of Education that John Harris High School has been added to a sweeping 30-school study of school climate and safety issues.
5/5/10 - Senators Eichelberger and Waugh Seek Ways to Reduce the Burden of Mandates on Local Governments and Taxpayers
Senate Local Government Committee Chairman John Eichelberger (R-Blair) and Senator Mike Waugh (R-York) have introduced Senate Resolution 323 to establish a task force to study the impact of state mandates on Pennsylvania's boroughs, townships, cities and counties.
5/5/10 - Hunger Caucus Breaks Ground on Capitol Hunger Garden
The Hunger Caucus broke ground today on the hunger garden at the state Capitol Building, according to Sen. Mike Brubaker (R-36).
5/5/10 - Senate Approves Erickson Bill to Establish State Licensing of Plumbing Contractors
The state Senate has approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Ted Erickson (R-26) to establish state licensing of plumbing contractors.
5/4/10 - Senate Panel Approves McIlhinney Bill to Prevent Layoffs
The Senate Labor and Industry Committee unanimously approved legislation today that would preserve Pennsylvania jobs by giving employers alternatives to layoffs.
5/4/10 - Senate Education Committee Acts on Charter School Oversight Bill
The Senate Education Committee approved a comprehensive overhaul of the state's charter school law at its meeting today, by a vote of 11 to 0.
5/3/10 - Senate Passes Folmer's High-Risk Pool Legislation
Senator Mike Folmer's Senate Bill 507, legislation to establish a state High Risk Pool (HRP), today passed the full Senate by a vote of 49-1.
5/3/10 - Capitol Hunger Garden Groundbreaking Slated for Wednesday, May 5
Members of the Legislative Hunger Caucus will be joined by Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding, students from the Lancaster County Career and Technology Center, representatives of area food banks, the Dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences at The Pennsylvania State University, the Pennsylvania Ag Coalition, the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau, PennAg Industries Association, the Pennsylvania Landscape and Nursery Association, the Pennsylvania Vegetable Growers Association, the PA Association of Sustainable Agriculture and the Pennsylvania State Grange to hold a news conference to unveil the State Capitol’s new Hunger Garden.
5/3/10 - Brubaker Legislation Would Dedicate Funding to Food Banks
Sen. Mike Brubaker (R-36) introduced legislation today that would dedicate existing state tax credits to regional food banks.
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