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Brewster Blight Legislation Heads to Governor’s Desk

Brewster Blight Legislation Heads to Governor’s Desk

Senators Saval, Hughes, Cappelletti, and Kearney Announce Intention to Introduce Bill Preventing Criminalization of Homelessness

Senators Saval, Hughes, Cappelletti, and Kearney Announce Intention to Introduce Bill Preventing Criminalization of Homelessness

Senator Lisa M. Boscola Applauds Passage of Legislation to Cover Biomarker Testing

Senator Lisa M. Boscola Applauds Passage of Legislation to Cover Biomarker Testing

Senate Democratic Leaders, Jay Costa and Vincent Hughes, Issue Statement Affirming Caucus Commitment to Women’s Reproductive Freedom and Autonomy

Senate Democratic Leaders, Jay Costa and Vincent Hughes, Issue Statement Affirming Caucus Commitment to Women’s Reproductive Freedom and Autonomy

Women’s Health Caucus and Reproductive Rights Advocates to Rally on the second-year mark of the Dobb’s Decision

Women’s Health Caucus and Reproductive Rights Advocates to Rally on the second-year mark of the Dobb’s Decision

Senate Approves Collett, Ward Bill to Strengthen Child Sexual Abuse Laws

Senate Approves Collett, Ward Bill to Strengthen Child Sexual Abuse Laws

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The autumnal equinox is here — nature’s signal The autumnal equinox is here — nature’s signal that summer is truly behind us.

Pennsylvania’s trails, mountains, and valleys will soon blaze with oranges, reds, and yellows. 

Where’s your favorite place to see fall colors?
We want to wish @senator_tartaglione a very happy We want to wish @senator_tartaglione a very happy birthday!

We hope you have a day filled with happiness and a year filled with joy!
We want to wish @SenatorMuth a very happy birthday We want to wish @SenatorMuth a very happy birthday!

We hope your day is filled with lots of laughter and love.
We want to wish @SenMartyFlynn a very happy birthd We want to wish @SenMartyFlynn a very happy birthday!

We hope you have a day filled with happiness and a year filled with joy!
On Tuesday, the #SenDemPolicy Committee hosted a h On Tuesday, the #SenDemPolicy Committee hosted a hearing in McKees Rocks on affordable housing.

We heard from two expert panels about ways to address affordable housing in Pennsylvania. 

You can watch the full hearing anytime at pasenatormiller.com/policy/
The #SenDemPolicy Committee will host a hearing at The #SenDemPolicy Committee will host a hearing at 10am on ways to address housing affordability.

Hearing hosts include @SenNickMiller, @Senatorcosta, Sen. Wayne Fontana @SenPisciottano and @SenWilliamsPA.

Watch live at pasenatormiller.com/policy/
We had a busy session week in Harrisburg as our Se We had a busy session week in Harrisburg as our Senators hosted press conferences, participated in committee hearings, welcomed constituents to the PA Capitol and voted on proposed legislation. 

Be sure to check out our #SessionSpotlight.
Where there was once steel, glass, concrete and gr Where there was once steel, glass, concrete and grass are now memorials.

Take the opportunity to visit one of the three 9/11 memorials -- including the Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville.

We must #NeverForget those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001.
This week in Scranton, the #SenDemPolicy Committee This week in Scranton, the #SenDemPolicy Committee held a hearing on the impacts, operations and policy considerations for data centers.

We heard from four panels of experts on this important topic. 

Watch the full hearing anytime at pasenatormiller.com/policy/
At 4pm, the #SenDemPolicy Committee will host a he At 4pm, the #SenDemPolicy Committee will host a hearing on the impacts, operations & policy considerations of data centers.

Hearing hosts include @SenNickMiller and @SenMartyFlynn.

Watch live at pasenatormiller.com/policy/
Labor Day is much more than a day off. It is an o Labor Day is much more than a day off.

It is an opportunity for us all to show our appreciation & support of the men & women working tirelessly, especially during these difficult times.

Thank you so much and have a Happy #LaborDay.
We want to wish @SenWilliamsPA a very happy birthd We want to wish @SenWilliamsPA a very happy birthday!

We hope your day is filled with lots of laughter and love.
Starting in September, SEPTA fares will be raised Starting in September, SEPTA fares will be raised 21.5%. 

This is the result of PA Senate Republicans' decision not to approve mass transit funding passed by the PA House of Representatives and approved by Gov. Shapiro. 

The blame lies squarely with the GOP.
On this day in 1916, the National Park Service was On this day in 1916, the National Park Service was created.

Pennsylvania is home to treasures like Independence Hall, Valley Forge and Delaware Water Gap. 

Today, we celebrate the stewards of our history and landscapes.
Today, the House Rules Committee and the House App Today, the House Rules Committee and the House Appropriations Committee voted down HB 257 and SB 160, respectively.

Passed in the Senate yesterday evening, these bills represented unserious and unagreed-to budget proposals that were roundly condemned by the House Majority Caucus and Governor Shapiro.

@senatorcosta and @senhughesoffice spoke forcefully against this exercise in futility yesterday, and all Senate Democrats voted against both bills.

“Today, the House of Representatives stayed true to its word and quickly voted down the Senate Republicans’ absurd budget and transit proposals.”

“The Senate Democratic Caucus has said time and again that all 23 of us are ready to vote yes on a permanent, sustainable funding solution for Pennsylvania’s public transit systems and transportation infrastructure, and a budget that meaningfully delivers education, healthcare, and jobs for every Pennsylvanian.”

“We continue to urge our Republican colleagues to negotiate with us in good faith and bring the 2025-26 budget process to a close.”

“Now is the time to get this budget process done.”
This week, we held a rally in Philadelphia to urge This week, we held a rally in Philadelphia to urge Senate Republicans to come back to work and to fund mass transit - for the millions of Pennsylvania that use it every day to get to work, to school and to doctors’ appointments.
Today is Purple Heart Day. We pause to honor and Today is Purple Heart Day. 

We pause to honor and remember the brave U.S. service members who were wounded or killed in action while serving our country. The Purple Heart is more than just a medal—it's a symbol of courage, sacrifice and unwavering dedication to the nation.

To all the Purple Heart recipients and their families: thank you. Your sacrifices have not gone unnoticed and your stories remind us of the true cost of freedom.

Take a moment today to reflect, remember and express gratitude.
This week, the #SenDemPolicy Committee held a roun This week, the #SenDemPolicy Committee held a roundtable discussion on the challenges organizations face in recruiting & retaining emergency service personnel.

We heard from a number of experts including fire chiefs, police & more.

Watch the hearing at pasenatormiller.com/policy/
We want to wish @SenJudySchwank a very happy birth We want to wish @SenJudySchwank a very happy birthday!

We hope you have a day filled with happiness and a year filled with joy!
Emergency service and first responder recruitment Emergency service and first responder recruitment is the topic of our upcoming #SenDemPolicy Committee hearing at 10am. 

Hearing hosts include @SenNickMiller and @SenJamesMalone.

Watch live at pasenatormiller.com/policy/
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