Senator Baker

I was proud to recognize Wyoming County residents who were inducted into the Pennsylvania Voter Hall of Fame for voting in 50 consecutive general elections.

It was an honor to help celebrate their achievement, and we thank them for setting such a strong example of civic responsibility for future generations.

#vote

Every April, the @luzernecountycac plants pinwheels to mark #childabusepreventionmonth

At the Luzerne County Courthouse, 391 pinwheels were planted by county leaders, representing the number of children CAC helped last year. Pinwheels were also planted at the Dallas Rotary Club Triangle.

The Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce invited local legislators to participate in a breakfast panel with area employers. We discussed many of the key issues confronting northeastern Pennsylvania, including access to health care in rural communities, rising energy costs, the impact of regulatory complexity and permitting delays, and how we can better align our education system with the real-time workforce needs of our region.

I appreciated the opportunity to participate in this event. Hearing about the challenges our employers are facing is valuable as we continue our deliberations on the 2026-27 state budget.

Susquehanna County’s annual Ag Day is a great reminder of the vital role agriculture plays in our region.

This free event offers valuable educational opportunities for residents of all ages while highlighting the hard work and dedication of our local farmers. Supporting agriculture means supporting the future of our communities.

Congratulations to Dallas School District`s Mackenzie Hrivnak and Lackawanna Trail School District`s Steve Jervis as they represent our area at the Big 33 Football Classic. Mackenzie will participate as a cheerleader, and Steve will serve as one of the assistant coaches. 🏈📣🏈

#happystpatricksday☘️

Great to see our county partners representing Luzerne, Pike, Susquehanna, Wayne and Wyoming counties in Harrisburg at the County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania ceremony honoring their Friend of County Government award recipients, including my colleague @senatorscottmartinpa

It was also a pleasure to meet 104-year-old, WWII veteran and fellow @shippensburgu alum Sam Worley. #centenarian #wwiiveteran #shipisit

I was pleased to join @drozcms @repbresnahan @luzernecommunitycollege to tour its nursing facilities and meet with students. We observed hands-on training, including virtual reality simulations and CPR demonstrations and discussed the urgent need to address the #nationalnursingshortage

We had a great time visiting local schools during #readacrossamericaweek 📚

This year’s theme, “Championing Kindness,” highlights the importance of compassion while encouraging students to explore diverse stories. It was a joy to read with students and see their enthusiasm firsthand.

Supporting literacy at an early age helps build a strong foundation for lifelong learning, and I am grateful to our teachers and staff who inspire that love of reading every day.

Happy #nationalloveyourpetday 🐾 ❤️ 🐾

The annual Wayne County Ag Day recognizes the farmers, students and agricultural leaders who are vital to our region’s economy and heritage.

Agriculture plays a critical role in sustaining our communities and preserving our rural character. I remain committed to supporting policies and programs that strengthen our farming families and ensure Pennsylvania’s top industry continues to thrive for generations to come.

I recently visited fourth graders at Lake-Noxen Elementary and fifth graders at Dallas Intermediate to share one of my favorite programs with students. We explored what they have in common with a state Senator.

Assigned seats, daily roll call, and reciting the Pledge of Allegiance are just a few similarities. Being an effective legislator also requires many skills learned at an early age, from math for budgets, reading for bills, and teamwork to get things done!

Students at both schools researched legislation and presented oral arguments in support of the class cookie and voted on their favorite. This exercise is a fun way for kids to learn how government works and hopefully inspires some future leaders.

I was proud to help mark the official launch of the West Side Regional Police Department, now serving Edwardsville and Larksville. This new approach strengthens public safety by improving coverage, coordination and efficiency while ensuring responsible use of taxpayer dollars. I look forward to seeing this partnership enhance community policing and public safety across the area. #honor #fidelity #service

Calkin Baptist Church held its annual Wild Game Dinner to honor the local community of hunters and sportsmen. Matt Guedes of @campfreedompa served as guest speaker. We enjoyed great food, warm fellowship, and an engaging wildlife presentation. It was great to see friends old and new and spend a fun and memorable night together.

Recognizing Glenn “Ace” Shupp for 20+ years of dedicated service as a Tunkhannock Twp supervisor. He worked tirelessly to improve his community –– from transforming Lazybrook Park to preserving the 1881 Lenticular Truss Bridge. His leadership and commitment is a lasting legacy.