Pennycuick Bill Ensuring Educational Opportunities for Children of National Guard and Reserve Members Receives Final Legislative Approval
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) to reduce the educational challenges faced by children of National Guard and Reserve members was approved by the House of Representatives today and is set to become law. Senate Bill 209 was unanimously approved by the Senate in June. [Read More]
Senate Approves Pennycuick, Farry Measure Modernizing Workers’ Compensation Payments
The Pennsylvania Senate unanimously approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) and Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) to make the Workers’ Compensation system more efficient by moving more benefit payments from paper checks to direct deposit. [Read More]
Pennycuick Continues Local Property Tax/Tent Rebate Assistance in July
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) will be holding more workshops in July to provide assistance to residents applying for the state Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program and urges interested area seniors to make an appointment. The deadline has been extended to December 31, 2024. [Read More]
Senate of Pennsylvania Votes to Stand with Israel
The Senate of Pennsylvania approved legislation that would prohibit the PA Treasury’s Office, the State Employees’ Retirement System, the Public School Employees’ Retirement System and the Pennsylvania Municipal Retirement System from boycotting or divesting from Israel, according to Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) who supported the bill. [Read More]
Pennycuick Measure Providing Free Credit Monitoring for Data Breach Victims Set for Enactment
Bipartisan legislation sponsored by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) to strengthen notification requirements for data breaches and provide affected citizens with free credit monitoring and a credit report is set to be signed into law. [Read More]
There Is Help for Veterans with PTSD
June is National Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness month. As a U.S. Army combat veteran, I’ve seen first-hand the effects of PTSD on our troops, veterans, and their families. [Read More]
Pennycuick to Host Scam Jam Event on July 11
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) along with Lower Salford Township Police Department, PA Banking and Securities, Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office, Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General, and AARP will be hosting a Scam Jam event on Thursday, July 11 at the Encore Experiences in Harleysville (312 Alumni Avenue, Harleysville, PA 19438) from 9:30 – 11:30 AM. [Read More]
Pennycuick Celebrates Women Veterans with Capitol Ceremony and Exhibit
Joined by fellow women veterans, Senator Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) hosted a Women Veterans Day ceremony at the state Capitol to kick off an exhibit celebrating Pennsylvania women who proudly served the commonwealth and nation. [Read More]
PA Senate Approves “Grow PA” Bills to Support Affordable Pathways to Higher Ed, Career Prep
Tens of thousands of students would have more opportunities to pursue affordable post-secondary education and career preparation programs under a package of bills approved with bipartisan support by the Pennsylvania Senate this week. [Read More]
Senate Approves Pennycuick Measure to Attract Students, Future Residents and Workers to PA
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) to attract students and future workers to Pennsylvania was approved unanimously by the Senate today. [Read More]
Pennsylvania Senate Passes Legislation to Combat AI-Generated Deepfake Images of Minors
Today, the Pennsylvania Senate approved Senate Bill 1213, legislation sponsored by Senator Tracy Pennycuick (R-24), Senator Jimmy Dillon (D-5), and Senator Lisa Boscola (D-18), to combat “deepfake” images of minors and child porn generated by artificial intelligence (AI). This crucial legislation passed unanimously. [Read More]
Pennycuick Awards North Penn and Souderton Schools with Safety Grants
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24), along with local legislators, awarded School Safety grants to North Penn and Souderton Area School Districts. North Penn received $305,659 while Souderton Area Schools received a $479,398 grant. [Read More]
Pennycuick to Host Free Drive Through Shredding Event to Fight Identity Theft
In today’s digital age, protecting your personal information is more important than ever. Identity theft is a serious crime that can wreak havoc on finances and credit. To help residents safeguard their sensitive information, Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) is hosting a Free Drive Through Shredding Event on Saturday, June 8, 2024 from 9 A.M to 12 P.M. at the Boyertown Area Multi-Service (200 Spring St., Boyertown, PA 19512). [Read More]
Pennycuick Measure Expanding Disabled Veteran Property Tax Relief Approved by Senate
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) allowing more disabled veterans to receive property tax relief was approved by the Senate today. [Read More]
Media Advisory: Pennycuick to Award North Penn and Souderton Schools with Safety Grants
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24), along with local legislators, are awarding School Safety grants to North Penn and Souderton Area School Districts. North Penn will receive $305,659 while Souderton Area Schools will receive a $479,398 grant. [Read More]
Pennycuick Wraps Up Property Tax/Rent Rebate Workshops in June
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) will hold her final workshops in June to provide assistance to residents applying for the state Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program and urges interested area seniors to make an appointment. [Read More]
Rethinking Higher Ed: Putting Students First
The Center for Rural PA estimates the state’s population will grow by just 1.6 percent through 2050, compared to 20 percent population growth nationally and our fastest-growing age demographic is adults aged 85 and above. [Read More]
Legislation Targeting AI “Deepfake” Images of Minors Proposed by Pennycuick, Dillon, Boscola
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24), Sen. Jimmy Dillon (D-5) and Sen. Lisa Boscola (D-18) introduced legislation to combat “deepfake” images of minors and child porn generated by artificial intelligence (AI). [Read More]
Bipartisan Measure Prohibiting AI Interference in Elections Introduced by Pennycuick, Gebhard, Dillon, Kane
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24), Sen. Jimmy Dillon (D-5), Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) and Sen. John Kane (D-9) today introduced legislation prohibiting the use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) to fraudulently misrepresent an election candidate in Pennsylvania. [Read More]
Pennycuick Hosts Free Drive Through Shredding Event to Fight Identity Theft
In today’s digital age, protecting your personal information is more important than ever. [Read More]
Senators Tracy Pennycuick & Art Haywood introduce Alyssa’s Law
Pennsylvania State Senators Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) and Art Haywood (D-4) announced their intent to introduce Alyssa’s Law, legislation addressing the issue of law enforcement response time when a life-threatening emergency occurs at a school. [Read More]
Letter to the Editor: RE: County Homelessness
The May 3rd article entitled “Winder Looking to Take Bold Action to Mitigate Housing, Homelessness Crisis in Montgomery County”, shines a light on a very difficult challenge in our community. While I applaud the county for continuing to engage stakeholders, frankly it’s time to act. [Read More]
Senate Republicans Secure Historic Tax Cuts for Working Families
Working families, job creators and energy consumers in Pennsylvania would see their taxes reduced by approximately $3 billion a year under a bill approved by the Senate today, said Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24). [Read More]
Pennycuick Offers Local Property Tax/Rent Rebate Assistance in May
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) is holding special hours in May to provide assistance to residents applying for the state Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program and urges interested area seniors to make an appointment. [Read More]
Senate Approves Pennycuick Providing Military Benefits to Korean Americans Who Served in Vietnam
Korean Americans who served in the Vietnam War with the Korean Armed Forces would receive the same state veterans benefits as their U.S. counterparts under legislation unanimously approved today by the Senate, said sponsor Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24). [Read More]