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E-news Updates – November 1, 2025
In this Update: Make Your Voice Heard Tuesday on Election Day Coming Together for Breast Cancer Awareness Month Bill Requiring Parental Notification of School Weapons Incidents Set to Become Law New Protections Against Telemarketers Approved by Senate Senate Votes to Eliminate Unnecessary Boards and Commissions Internship Opportunity for Students Interested in Public Policy Careers Make […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – October 25, 2025
In this Update: Upcoming Senior Expo Senate Approves State Budget that Funds Essential Services Without Raising Taxes Tuesday is the Deadline to Apply to Vote by Mail in the Nov. 4 Election Assessing Your Personal Breast Cancer Risk Senate Again Acts to Repeal RGGI Electricity Tax Landmark Bill to Modernize PA’s Broken Permitting Process Approved […] [Read More]
Senate Approves State Budget that Funds Essential Services Without Raising Taxes
For the second time this year, Senate Republicans approved a state budget that respects taxpayers and protects the financial stability of our commonwealth while ensuring that counties, school districts, and other state government partners receive needed funding, said Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39), Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) and Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Scott Martin (R-13). [Read More]
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Thank you to everyone who joined our Senior Expo!
Hearing directly from seniors reminds me why thoughtful budgeting and community-focused policy matter.
Proud of the teamwork that makes events like this possible. 🫶🏻
Imagine saying: “I’ll win the lottery this year — so I’ll budget that money.”
🚫 You can’t build a budget on money that doesn’t exist.
This month we’re 𝓡𝓸𝓬𝓴𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓡𝓲𝓫𝓫𝓸𝓷 in support of Breast Cancer Awareness! 🩷🎀
Share your photos and videos of how you’re Rocking the Ribbon w/ the @pabreastcancer here: bit.ly/3VMm1EY
Early detection saves lives. 💗
Schedule your mammogram and encourage others to do the same!
#NationalMammographyDay
We turned the Capitol fountain pink to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month — a reminder of the strength, courage and hope shared by survivors and their families. 💕
Early detection saves lives.
This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, let’s encourage our loved ones to schedule routine screenings and take charge of their health. 🎀
From Pennsylvania to Ireland — let’s cheer on our Steelers! 🖤💛
Whether near or far, our support for the Black & Gold knows no borders.
HERE WE GO ☘️
When in Ireland… 🇮🇪
I had the privilege of attending a briefing at the Parliament House with members of the Northern Ireland Assembly.
It was also an honor to meet with my counterpart Senator Mark Daly, chairman of the Senate in the Republic of Ireland! We discussed our shared priorities and how to strengthen the transatlantic partnership.
🍎 Apple picking season is here!
Pennsylvania is the 4th-largest apple producer in the U.S., with 10+ million bushels expected this year.
How do yinz like them apples?
“Anytime you have an opportunity to make a difference in this world and you don’t, then you are wasting your time on Earth.” — Roberto Clemente 🌎💛
Today we honor #21.
#RobertoClementeDay
🚍💰 Money sitting in the Public Transportation Trust Fund could be used to support mass transit RIGHT NOW. 👏
Today we dedicated a memorial highway in Sewickley Twp. honoring PFC Earl “Butch” Long — a true patriot, hero & son of Westmoreland County.
Killed in action at just 20 during Vietnam, his bravery lives on through this tribute. 🇺🇸
Thank you Rep. Davanzo & the Long family.
Honored to join local leaders, farmers & ag advocates at today’s Agricultural Summit Breakfast at the Westmoreland Fair.
Agriculture is the backbone of Pennsylvania, and we’re working to ensure its strength for generations to come. 🌾
Today’s tragic events have left our entire region shaken. My heart and prayers are with the families enduring unimaginable worry and grief. I am deeply grateful for the swift and selfless actions of first responders and rescue crews who continue working under stressful conditions.
For generations, U.S. Steel and the Clairton Coke Works plant have stood as symbols of Western Pennsylvania’s work ethic and determination. Our region’s story has been forged in the heat of steel mills by people who do not back down from challenges but instead stand shoulder-to-shoulder in hard times.
In the face of heartbreak, we will not waver — because in Western Pennsylvania, we are forged in steel and we do not break.
Great minds think alike — Leader Costa and I are both in beige today!
Must be Bipartisan Beige Day in the Senate chamber. 😄
When the work (and the walking) doesn’t stop, comfortable kicks just make sense.
Inspired by @repmcclinton’s signature style!
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The Senate just passed Senate Bill 88 — a bipartisan, lifesaving bill Sen. Frank Farry and I sponsored to eliminate costs for diagnostic breast imaging. 🩷
🎗️ We’re closing the loop on early detection.
Read more ➡️ bit.ly/3GexDMA
My statement on the current discussions surrounding the Nippon/US Steel deal.
I stand with the workers, communities and businesses who have supported this from the beginning.
Let’s get this done.
