Road Spreading of Oil & Gas Wastewater in Pennsylvania

Wednesday, April 17, 2024 | 11:00 am

On April 17, Senators Muth and Comitta will hold a hearing on the practice of spreading brine on Pennsylvania roads. This hearing aims to thoroughly examine the environmental and public health impacts associated with the practice of spreading oil and gas drilling waste, known as brine, on Pennsylvania’s roads for dust control and ice management. Despite a moratorium implemented in 2018, reports indicate continued use of conventional drilling waste for road applications, raising significant concerns over the potential release of harmful substances such as salts, metals, and radioactive materials into the environment.

This hearing will be fully virtual on Zoom. 

Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckfumqqDMiHt0sA8UTe3Drfet3Lp0Qlf-y

Mental Health Resources in our Schools

Friday, May 3, 2024 | 11:00 am

On Friday, May 3, Senator Katie Muth, Chair of the Senate Democratic Policy Committee, will host a policy hearing with co-hosts Senator Judy Schwank and Representative Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz on the quality and accessibility of mental health resources in the commonwealth’s public schools. Discussion will center around perspectives of students, outlining the current situation from state agencies, and policy solutions from stakeholder groups.

This hearing will be at the Muhlenberg Township Building (210 George St, Reading, PA 19605) with a virtual option.

Buyer Beware: New Home Construction in Pennsylvania

Friday, May 10, 2024 | 11:00 am

On Friday, May 10, Senator Katie Muth, Chair of the Senate Democratic Policy Committee, will host a policy hearing with co-hosts Senator Nikil Saval and Senator Wayne Fontana highlighting the need for enhanced consumer protections and increased regulations for new home construction in Pennsylvania. This hearing will focus on critical issues such as the enforcement of existing regulations, laws, municipal and construction codes; the need for improvements with home and code enforcement inspection process and certification; the oversight authority and responsibilities of local and state government entities; examples of deceptive tactics used by corporate, multi-state homebuilders; the need for enhanced warranties and recourse for the homebuyer. This hearing aims to ensure that Pennsylvania’s regulatory framework supports a housing market that is fair, equitable, and also prioritizes safety, quality, and consumer protections over corporate profit.

This hearing will be at the Phoenixville Borough Building (351 Bridge Street Phoenixville, PA 19460) with a virtual option.