PA Senate e-newsletters
Dear Friends, This week, I hosted a seminar in Limerick for nonprofit organizations from Berks and Montgomery Counties to share information about state resources and grant opportunities. We welcomed representatives from more than 130 organizations—ranging from EMS and historic preservation groups to those focused on domestic violence support and food assistance—for in-depth conversations about available […] [Read More]
Dear Friends, Easter weekend is almost here! With the flowers blooming and the weather warming up, it’s the perfect time to enjoy the beauty of spring. Wishing you and your family lots of joy, laughter, and a basket full of blessings this Easter! Sincerely, In this Update: Reshaping Pennsylvania’s Economy: Exploring Opportunities in AI PA […] [Read More]
Dear Friends, As Chair of the Senate Communications and Technology Committee, I will be joining the Senate and House Policy Committees next week for a joint hearing to discuss the future of AI innovation in Pennsylvania. As we look to the future, it’s crucial that we understand the opportunities and challenges posed by artificial intelligence. […] [Read More]
Dear Friends, Starting May 7, 2025, Pennsylvanians will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or photo ID card—or another form of federally accepted identification like a valid passport or military ID—to board a domestic flight or enter certain federal buildings and military bases. To help make this process easier for our community, PennDOT is offering […] [Read More]
Dear Friends, In case you missed it, I hosted a Teletown Hall on Monday, and you can listen to the audio recording below. It was a valuable opportunity to dive into the Governor’s proposed budget and discuss the importance of maintaining fiscal responsibility. Please remember, you do not need to wait for the next Town […] [Read More]
Dear Friends, As you’ll read below, I’m excited to announce that my 4th Annual Youth Fishing Derby is coming up on Saturday, April 12 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Camp Wawa Park in Schwenksville! This is a great event for families to enjoy a morning of fishing and the chance to win some […] [Read More]
Dear Friends, I’m pleased to announce that applications for Grow PA scholarship grants are now open! These grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t wait to apply. Grow PA is a student-centered initiative that provides pathways for students to pursue job training and higher education here in Pennsylvania. This program addresses our […] [Read More]
Dear Friends, As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, we concluded a three-week review of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s budget proposal. Below for your information, is video of the hearings by department. The governor’s $51.5 billion spending plan for Fiscal Year 2025-26 features a 7.5% spending increase over the current year. The Senate projected that […] [Read More]
Dear Friends, Last year, as part of Act 89 of 2024, Pennsylvania launched the Grow PA Grant Scholarship Program to help students reduce college debt while filling critically needed jobs across the Commonwealth. This program provides $5,000 per year to eligible students pursuing careers in high-demand fields like nursing, STEM, education, agriculture, and more. To […] [Read More]
Dear Friends, As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I participated in hearings this week to review the Governor’s budget proposal for fiscal year 2025-2026. This newsletter includes videos of the hearings conducted thus far with state departments that may be of interest. I will continue to share budget updates through this newsletter and […] [Read More]
