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]
Pennsylvania Senator Tracy Pennycuick (24th District) announced today that U.S. Army Air Forces Warrant Officer Junior Grade William J. McMichael, 36, killed during World War II will return home Thursday, October 2 with full military honors. [Read More]
Today, Pennsylvania Senator Tracy Pennycuick (24th District) launched a month-long public awareness campaign partnering with the Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Coalition (PABCA) and regional YMCAs to raise awareness and share information about prevention, early detection, and treatment options for this very challenging diagnosis. [Read More]
Senators Frank Farry (R-6), Tracy Pennycuick (R-24), and Joe Picozzi (R-5) are pleased to announce that SEPTA’s special express trains will run for the Eagles home opener tomorrow night, September 4. SEPTA and the Philadelphia Eagles were able to secure a sponsorship deal with FanDuel to cover the costs. [Read More]
Pennsylvania Senator Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) introduced Senate Bill 984 to address the alarming rise in school truancy and chronic absenteeism across Pennsylvania. [Read More]
A group of Pennsylvania legislators is taking action to address the alarming rise in online child exploitation by introducing a resolution that designates the week of August 17 through 23, 2025 as “Social Media Safety and Parental Awareness Week” in Pennsylvania. [Read More]
