News Releases Archives - Senator Pennycuick

August 6, 2026

Pennycuick Applauds Fed Ruling to Temporarily Control Synthetic Kratom

Today, Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) applauded the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) announcement to temporarily classify 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH)—a powerful compound associated with kratom as a Schedule I controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). The temporary designation would last two years initially; and potentially one additional year while permanent scheduling proceedings are underway. [Read More]

July 14, 2026

Senator Pennycuick Meets with Local Emergency Responders and Victims Services to Review Grants for Communities

Last week, Sen. Tracy Pennycuick met with local emergency responders and county services to award and review several grant initiatives she helped secure in 2026. [Read More]

July 12, 2026

Pennycuick Bill Providing Police and Firefighter Pension COLAs Included in PA Budget

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) to provide a long-overdue cost of living adjustment (COLA) for retired municipal police officers and firefighters was included in the FY 2026-2027 state budget and sent to the governor’s desk for his signature. [Read More]

July 12, 2026

Senator Tracy Pennycuick (R-24th) Issued the Following Statement regarding Passage of the FY 2026-2027 Budget

Today, the Pennsylvania Senate voted for a budget that respects taxpayers, expands educational opportunities, and protects our most vulnerable citizens. [Read More]

June 29, 2026

Senate Calls for Congressional Medal of Honor for Maj. Richard D. Winters

The Senate today unanimously adopted Senate Resolution 326, which urges Congress to recommend Maj. Richard D. Winters for the Congressional Medal of Honor, said Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33), chairman of the Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee. [Read More]

June 25, 2026

Senate Passes Pennycuick Bill to Further Improve Rape Kit Testing Backlog

The Pennsylvania Senate today approved legislation introduced by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) to expedite the testing of rape kits. [Read More]

June 24, 2026

Sen. Pennycuick Legislation to Help Bring New Life-Saving Treatments and Devices to Market Quicker Passes Senate

Today, the Pennsylvania Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 1206 introduced by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) to help get new life-saving treatments and devices to market more quickly. [Read More]

June 24, 2026

Senator Pennycuick Introduces Bill to Help Schools Implement Early Literacy Reforms

Today, Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) introduced legislation to establish the Keystone Literacy Investment Act to provide upfront funding for early literacy implementation without requiring a new recurring General Fund appropriation. [Read More]

June 23, 2026

Senate Judiciary Committee Passes Pennycuick Bill to Further Improve Rape Kit Testing Backlog

Today, the state Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously approved Senate Bill 1212 introduced by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) to expedite the testing of rape kits. [Read More]

June 11, 2026

Pennycuick Announces Over $1.2 Million in Grants to Strengthen Regional Public Safety Efforts

Today, Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) announced state grants she has secured for public safety projects across the 24th Senatorial District. The grants, which total $1,275,000, were recently approved by the PA Department of Community and Economic Development. [Read More]