State Senator Steve Santarsiero Statement on PECO’s Proposed Rate Increase

April 1, 2026

April 1, 2026 − The following is attributable to Senator Steve Santarsiero (D-10): “Families across Bucks County are facing a real cost-of-living crisis, made worse by skyrocketing gas prices; PECO’s proposed rate increase is simply out of touch with that reality,”...

Leaders Announce Almost $15 Million Investment to Replace Versailles Avenue Viaduct in McKeesport

April 1, 2026

McKeesport, PA – April 1, 2026 – Federal, state, and local leaders gathered today at the closed Versailles Avenue Viaduct in McKeesport to announce a $14.75 million investment to replace it and restore a critical connection for thousands of residents and commuters....

Housing For All: PA Senators Highlight Efforts to Ensure Fair and Accessible Housing in Pennsylvania

April 1, 2026

Harrisburg, PA – April 1, 2026 – To mark the first day of Fair Housing Month, Senator Amanda M. Cappelletti (D-17, Montgomery/Delaware) and Senator Nikil Saval (D-1, Philadelphia) introduced Senate Resolution 260, recognizing April as “Fair Housing Month” in...

State Senator John I. Kane and State Representative Carol Kazeem Announce Upcoming Free Senior Expo

March 31, 2026

CHESTER, PA – March 31, 2026 – State Senator John I. Kane and State Representative Carol Kazeem are pleased to announce their upcoming Senior Expo on Thursday, April 9th, 2026. The event will be held at the Furey Road Fieldhouse, located at 8500 Furey Rd, Upper...

Senator Marty Flynn Introduces Legislation to Strengthen Competitive Balance in High School Athletics

March 30, 2026

SCRANTON, PA − March 30, 2026 − Senator Marty Flynn (SD-22) has introduced Senate Bill 1253 to address growing concerns around competitive balance in high school sports across Pennsylvania. The legislation would give the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic...

Senator Anthony H. Williams, Alongside Representative Morgan Cephas, Introduces Legislation to Combat Hit-and-Run Incidents in Philadelphia

March 27, 2026

Philadelphia, PA – March 27, 2026 – Senator Anthony Williams (SD-8) and Rep. Morgan Cephas (HD-192) recently introduced legislation that would require the City of Philadelphia to establish a pilot program to address hit-and-run accidents.  The bill would provide...

Session Spotlight :: March 23, 2026

March 27, 2026

Senator Nick Miller Announces $40,000 to Second Harvest Food of the Lehigh Valley and Northeast Pennsylvania to Support Local Veterans

March 27, 2026

March 27, 2026 – Today, Senator Nick Miller (D-Lehigh/Northampton) announced a $40,000 Veterans’ Trust Fund grant to Second Harvest Food Bank of the Lehigh Valley and Northeast Pennsylvania. The funding, part of an $804,973 statewide investment by...

Senator Sharif Street Criminal Justice Reform Advocates Respond to PA Supreme Court Felony-Murder Ruling

March 27, 2026

PHILADELPHIA, PA – March 27, 2026 – Pennsylvania State Senator Sharif Street joined criminal justice reform advocates yesterday at Philadelphia City Hall to respond to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court’s recent decision addressing mandatory life-without-parole...

Senator Lindsey M. Williams to Introduce Data Center Legislation That Prioritizes Community Voices Over Corporate Greed

March 25, 2026

Pittsburgh, Pa. − March 25, 2026 − Senator Lindsey M. Williams (D-Allegheny) announced today that she has introduced Senate Bill 724, the Data Center Fair Share Act.  This legislation would require data centers to pay for grid updates made for their benefit,...