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E-news Updates – February 27, 2026
Mobile Office Hours – Times & Locations! Dear Friends, As budget hearings continue, I remain committed to protecting Pennsylvanians’ hard-earned tax dollars. Each week, I hear from families and small businesses who are feeling the strain of rising costs and working hard just to make ends meet. We must do more to guard taxpayers against […] [Read More]
Budget Hearing Q&A: DEP
Senator Tracy Pennycuick questions Secretary Jessica Shirley during the Senate Appropriations Committee budget hearing for the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). [Read More]
Budget Hearing Q&A: Corrections/Parole Board, Round 2
Senator Tracy Pennycuick questions Secretary of Corrections Laurel Harry and Parole Board Chairman C. James Fox during round two of the Senate Appropriations Committee budget hearing for the Department of Corrections and the PA Parole Board. [Read More]
Budget Hearing Q&A: Corrections/Parole Board
Senator Tracy Pennycuick questions Secretary of Corrections Laurel Harry and Parole Board Chairman C. James Fox during the Senate Appropriations Committee budget hearing for the Department of Corrections and the PA Parole Board. [Read More]
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I recently visited the Upper Perk Police Department to see the body-camera equipment they purchased through a $26,000 grant I helped secure last year.
This technology is a critical tool for promoting public safety, accountability, and transparency values that strengthen trust between law enforcement and the community.
I’m honored to support projects that provide our first responders with the resources they need to protect and serve effectively. 👮🏻
I recently had the opportunity to attend the @wmctc_media Culinary Arts Department’s White House Student State Dinner Project, and it was truly impressive.
From a thoughtfully crafted, multi-course menu inspired by Pennsylvania’s farm-to-table traditions to the professionalism and creativity on display, these students showed what hard work and hands-on education can achieve.
Under the guidance of former White House Social Secretary Deesha Dyer, they delivered an experience to be proud of. ✨🍽️
Budget Hearing Q&A: DEP
Simple, timely permitting is key to PA’s economic future. I asked DEP during PA Senate budget hearings for an update on their work to ensure our state government isn’t limiting economic growth with red tape.
Budget Hearing Q&A: Corrections/Parole Board Pt. 2
During PA Senate budget hearings, I asked Pennsylvania Department of Corrections about inmate access to tablets and computers and how much taxpayer money is used to monitor their usage.
Budget Hearing Q&A: Corrections/Parole Board
Corrections officers at SCI Phoenix work tirelessly to keep our communities safe but sometimes struggle with many hours of mandatory overtime. During PA Senate budget hearings, I asked Department of Corrections how we can alleviate this burden.
27 empty buildings. $20.7 million in annual costs. During this week’s budget hearings, we uncovered the staggering cost of maintaining surplus state properties. I’m working with colleagues to turn these liabilities into assets for our local communities! #PABudget
Yesterday’s #PABudget hearings with the @pastatepolice revealed a major breach in protocol. After the 2025 mansion attack, the Governor bypassed secure locations to move his family back to their personal residence. Why the risk?
Budget Hearing Q&A: Human Services Pt. 2
During PA Senate budget hearings, I asked @pahumanservices if there was any room to cut from their general operations budget as we work to reduce our spending. Finding efficiencies is critical to preventing future tax increases.
Budget Hearing Q&A: Human Services Pt. 1
Pottstown Hospital recently closed several departments, causing great concern for nearby communities. I asked @pahumanservices during PA Senate budget hearings how we could better support hospitals and prevent health care deserts.
Budget Hearing Q&A: : Pennsylvania Department of General Services
Taxpayers spent $20.7 million maintaining empty properties in places like Hamburg last year. During PA Senate budget hearings, I asked the Dept. of General Services how the state is working to return these properties to productive use.
I recently met with Lower Pottsgrove Township Police Department to see their new equipment purchased through a $21,260 grant I helped secure in 2025.
We discussed their transition to a new facility, the challenges many local law enforcement agencies are facing, and initiatives they are working on to keep Lower Pottsgrove residents safe.
I look forward to continuing these meetings with first responders across my district throughout this year. 🚓
Budget Hearing Q&A: State Police
Further questioning @pastatepolice, I inquired if the agency reached out to federal law enforcement agencies for their input on upgrading the governor’s security and the protection of him and his family.
