Today, Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) and Rep. Joe Ciresi (D-146) issued the following statement regarding Tower Health’s announcement that it is reducing its workforce in Pottstown. [Read More]
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) announced that in recognition of National Adoption Month, she introduced Senate Bill 1084 to incentivize child adoption in the Commonwealth through establishment of the Child Adoption Tax Credit. [Read More]
Legislation to better protect Pennsylvanians from scammers and other deceitful telemarketers was approved today by the Senate with overwhelming bipartisan support, according to Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24), who supported the measure. [Read More]
The Senate Judiciary Committee voted today to better protect young people against the serious threats posed by child abuse materials generated using artificial intelligence (AI). [Read More]
Senators Tracy Pennycuick (R-24), Scott Martin (R-13) and Lisa Baker (R-20) have introduced a bill to better protect young people against the serious threats posed by child abuse materials generated using artificial intelligence (AI). [Read More]
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) co-sponsored Senate Bill 1014 to require schools to adopt and implement a policy that prohibits the use of phones during the school day. Exceptions would be made for students with medical conditions or individualized education plans that require the use of a personal communication device. [Read More]
In an effort to further provide safeguards minors from harmful technology, PA Senate Communications and Technology Chair Senator Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) is introducing legislation to establish clear, age-appropriate standards centered on child safety and prevention for minors interacting with AI chatbots. [Read More]
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) to attract college students to Pennsylvania by expanding financial aid for foster children was approved by the Senate today. [Read More]
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the classroom and how schools are adapting programs to prepare students for changing workforce demands were the topics of a public hearing Monday held by the Senate Education Committee, chaired by Sen. Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-27), and the Senate Communications and Technology Committee, chaired by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24). [Read More]
“It’s time to think pink” may be a little corny or maybe in bad taste for a very serious subject, but Breast Cancer Awareness month is all about AWARENESS. I recently spoke with a woman who saw some of our breast cancer educational materials and said, “oh, I’ve got to schedule my mammogram”. That’s the point. Early detection saves lives. No doubt about it. If you are found to have breast cancer, the sooner you and your physician determine what medical treatment is best for you the better. [Read More]
