Pennycuick Bill Prohibiting Data Centers from Shielding Information from the Public Approved by Committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) to prohibit the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in data center development was unanimously approved today by the Senate Communications and Technology Committee, which she chairs. [Read More]
Pennycuick Bipartisan Legislation to Ban “Nudification” Apps Passes Senate
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick’s (R-24th) legislation to ban “nudification” applications from being developed, operated, or made available in Pennsylvania, including through online application marketplaces, passed the Senate today 49-0. Senate Bill 1368 passed the Senate Communications and Technology, chaired by Pennycuick, with unanimous support in June. [Read More]
Pennycuick, Robinson, Senate Veterans Hold Press Conference to Highlight Veteran Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) today held a press conference with Sens. Devlin Robinson (R-37); Chris Dush (R-25) and Gene Yaw (R-23) to highlight Veteran Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month. [Read More]
Pennycuick Announces Grants for Community Organizations in 24th Senate District
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) announced today that she has successfully secured several grants to support a wide range of community projects throughout the 24th Senate District. These investments, which total nearly $500,000, were awarded through the PA Department of Community and Economic Development. [Read More]
Pennycuick Awards $750k Grant to Boyertown Area Fire & Rescue
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) visited Boyertown Area Fire & Rescue (BAFR) on Monday to award a $750,000 grant she secured for the organization’s upcoming purchase of a new fire apparatus. The funding, provided through the PA Department of Community & Economic Development, will allow the fire company to replace its aging ladder truck. [Read More]
Turning Contaminated Sites into Community Assets
For many years, communities across Pennsylvania faced a difficult challenge when it came to redeveloping former industrial properties. [Read More]
Pennycuick Announces Over $1.1 Million in Grants to Support Berks County Projects
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24th) announced grants she secured for community projects in Berks County today. [Read More]
Pennycuick and Mackenzie Announce Over $750k in Grants to Support Montgomery County Communities
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) and Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-131) announced grants they secured for projects in Montgomery County today. [Read More]
Pennycuick and Scheuren Announce Over $1.1 Million in Grants to Support Montgomery County Communities
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) and Rep. Donna Scheuren (R-147) announced grants they secured for projects in Montgomery County today. [Read More]
Pennycuick Announces Over $3.7 Million to Support Montgomery County Projects
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) announced grants she secured for community projects in Montgomery County today. The awards, which total over $3.7 million, were approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) through the Local Share Account (LSA) Statewide Program. [Read More]
Senator Pennycuick To Host Annual Veterans Appreciation Breakfast
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) will host her annual Veterans Appreciation Breakfast on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at the East Greenville Fire Company Banquet Hall, 401 Washington Street, in East Greenville. Doors open at 7:45 a.m. for check in, and the event runs from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. [Read More]
Introduces Measure to Prohibit Foreign Entities from Controlling Data Centers
PA Senator Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) today introduced legislation to prohibit foreign control of sensitive data center infrastructure in Pennsylvania. [Read More]
Pennycuick Introduces Measure to Stem Fraud in State Health Insurance Program
Today, Senator Tracy Pennycuick (R-24th) introduced legislation to address improper enrollment, waste, and fraud in Pennsylvania’s Health Insurance Exchange Authority called Pennie. [Read More]
Pennycuick Issues Statement in Response to Governor Shapiro’s Executive Order Regarding Data Centers
State Senator Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) issued the following statement in response to Governor Shapiro signing an executive order on data centers: [Read More]
Pennycuick Announces Grants for Community Organizations in the 24th Senate District
This week, Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) visited several libraries and non-profits in her district to announce grants she secured in support of community services and cultural organizations. [Read More]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]