Welcome to my online office. It is designed to give the residents of the 20th District easy access to information about the actions taken by the state Senate, the programs offered by state government, and a variety of useful state publications. Such access helps bring about greater public awareness, and in turn, greater accountability. 

Through this site, you can find out what is being done to solve problems, what services are available, and what issues are coming up for debate. You will also find helpful contact information and links to federal, state, and local agencies.   

Whether you prefer to email, call, or write, please let me know any questions or concerns you have about state issues. Knowing more about your views and priorities helps me to better serve you and your neighbors.  Thank you.

 

Recent News

August 23, 2010 - Senator Baker Receives Patrick Henry Award from the National Guard Association of the United States July 22, 2010 - Senator Lisa Baker Opposes "Forced Pooling" July 20, 2010 - Senator Baker Pushes for Gas Drillers to Have Pennsylvania-Based Emergency Response (PDF) July 19, 2010 - Senator Baker's Comments from the Environmental Quality Board (EQB) Public Hearing July 13, 2010 - Senator Lisa Baker: Upper Lehigh River Basin Awarded Exceptional Value Designation to Protect Water Quality July 3, 2010 - Floor Remarks – Funding For Victims of Juvenile Crimes June 30, 2010 - State Senator Lisa Baker Voted to Support the State Budget June 29, 2010 - Senate Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness Committee hearing to review emergency response plans and natural gas drilling in the Commonwealth. Agenda and Testimony - :45 - 1:36 - 2:21 June 25, 2010 - Senate Resolution Seeks To End Per Diems June 22, 2010 - State Senate Passes Baker Legislation to Honor Fallen State Police Troopers June 16, 2010 - Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee Briefing on public safety and environmental impact of recent events associated with Marcellus Shale natural gas development - 2:13 June 16, 2010 - Emergency Response For Gas Well Accidents Comes Under Scrutiny June 8, 2010 - Senator Baker Wants Environmental Safeguards Approved  June 8, 2010 - Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on "best practices" in the juvenile justice system. - 1:41 - 1:13 - 2:55 June 2010 - Senate Appropriations Monthly Report June 7, 2010 - Senator Lisa Baker: Floor Remarks – Interbranch Commission Report May 27, 2010 - Statement by Senator Lisa Baker on Interbranch Commission Report May 25, 2010 - Senator Lisa Baker Says Revenue From Any Severance Tax Must Be Used For Environmental And Community Protection May 25, 2010 - Senate Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness Committee meeting to consider certain bills and resolutions, and to hear a presentation from the Philadelphia USO - 1:13 May 24, 2010 - Senator Baker Pushes Water Protection Measures  May 2010 – This month's The Baker Report features a tour of the Gino Merli Veterans Center in Scranton. May 19, 2010 - Senator Baker Statement on Separating Public Service and Contributions  May 11, 2010 - Senator Lisa Baker Statement on Luzerne County Ethics Pledge May 2010 - Senate Appropriations Monthly Report May 5, 2010 - Statement by Senator Lisa Baker on Transportation Special Session May 4, 2010 - Bill to Aid in Clean-Up of Waste Tire Piles Sent to Governor April 20, 2010 - Senate Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness Committee hearing on Veterans Homes and issues. Agenda and Testimony - 2:16 April 2010 - Senate Appropriations Monthly Report more . . .  Sign up for email updates