Meeting to consider HB 979 and HB 1096
Posted on: January 14, 2022
Senate Judiciary Committee | Wednesday, January 19, 2022 | 10:30 a.m. | East Wing, Hearing Room 8E-B |
Senate Passes Comprehensive Probation Reform
Posted on: December 15, 2021
The Senate, today, approved probation reform measures aimed at reducing the amount of taxpayer dollars spent on the system, while better integrating probationers into society, according to Senator Lisa Baker (R-20), Senator Camera Bartolotta (R-46) and Senator Anthony Williams (D-8).
Public hearing for the purpose of consideration of the nominations of Marsha Grayson, Esquire, reappointment to the Board of Pardons, and Marie Veon, Esquire, for the Court of Common Pleas for Venango County, followed by a meeting to consider HB 979
Posted on: December 13, 2021
Senate Judiciary Committee | Tuesday, December 14, 2021 | 11:30 a.m. | East Wing, Hearing Room 8E-A
Local Counties Property Sales Increase During COVID-19 Pandemic
Posted on: November 22, 2021
Business closures, job restructures, and health worries have caused more people to relocate to northeastern Pennsylvania, not merely out of choice, but often times out of necessity, according to Senator Lisa Baker (R-20), who highlighted that a local housing boom has taken place in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Senate Approves Legislation to Examine PennDOT’s Highway Maintenance Funding Formula
Posted on: November 8, 2021
Reliable and sustainable transportation funding is critical for our residents and essential for commerce.
Meeting to consider HB 1255
Posted on: November 8, 2021
Senate Judiciary Committee | Tuesday, November 9, 2021 | 11:30 a.m. | East Wing, Hearing Room 8E-B |
Safety Tips During Hunting Season
Posted on: November 3, 2021
Fall is here, and that means hunting season in Pennsylvania.
Legislation Honoring Scranton Police Officer John Wilding Passes in the Senate
Posted on: October 26, 2021
Legislation introduced by Senator John Yudichak (I-Luzerne/Carbon) and Senator Marty Flynn (D-Lackawanna/Luzerne/Monroe) in honor of a fallen Scranton police officer, John Wilding, received bipartisan support today, after being amended on the Senate floor and receiving a vote of 36-14 on final passage.
Confirmation hearing for Andrew Bender, Esq. for appointment as Judge, Court of Common Pleas, Juniata and Perry Counties and for Sabrina Korbel, Esq., for Judge, Court of Common Pleas, Allegheny County, and a meeting to consider HB 930
Posted on: October 25, 2021
Senate Judiciary Committee | Tuesday, October 26, 2021 | 11:30 a.m. | East Wing, Hearing Room 8E-B
Senate Judiciary Committee Advances Comprehensive Probation Reform
Posted on: October 19, 2021
The Senate Judiciary Committee took action today to unanimously advance comprehensive probation reform intended to reduce the amount of time and resources devoted to probationers and help them fully and safely reintegrate into society, according to Senator Lisa Baker (R-20) who chairs the panel.
Meeting to consider SB 814, SB 904, SB 905 and SB 913
Posted on: October 18, 2021
Senate Judiciary Committee | October 19, 2021 | 11:30 a.m. | East Wing, Hearing Room 8E-B |
Senate Advances Legislation Establishing The Kunkle Firefighter Edward L. Nulton, Sr., Memorial Highway
Posted on: September 28, 2021
Just over three years have passed since the tragic accident involving Kunkle volunteer firefighter, Edward L. Nulton, Sr.
Senate Approves Measure to Require Confirmation of PEMA Director
Posted on: September 22, 2021
The state Senate has approved legislation, requiring Senate confirmation of the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) Director, according to Senator Lisa Baker (R-20) who sponsored the bill.
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Public hearing to focus on probation reform issues as well as the recommendations of the County Adult Probation and Parole Advisory Committee
Posted on: September 17, 2021
Senate Judiciary Committee | Monday, September 20, 2021 | 10:30 a.m. | NOB #1 |
Kayden’s Law Passes Pennsylvania State Senate
Posted on: June 24, 2021
Today the State Senate passed landmark legislation that will save children’s lives.
Meeting to consider SB 565 and SR 146 and nominations
Posted on: June 23, 2021
Senate Judiciary Committee | Thursday, June 24, 2021 | 9:00 a.m. |
North Office Building, Hearing Room #1 and Virtual Participation |
Meeting to consider HB 1431 and HB 1429
Posted on: June 22, 2021
Senate Judiciary Committee Wednesday, June 23, 2021 | Off the Floor | Senate Chamber and Virtual Participation |
Senate Judiciary Committee Advances Legislation
Posted on: June 22, 2021
The Senate Judiciary Committee, chaired by Senator Lisa Baker (R-20), held a meeting today advancing three bills focused on human trafficking and a fourth related to child abuse.
Bipartisan, inter-branch task force announces new policy recommendations to improve juvenile justice
Posted on: June 22, 2021
The inter-branch and bipartisan Pennsylvania Juvenile Justice Task Force on Tuesday released a comprehensive final report with policy recommendations that protect public safety, increase accountability, achieve savings for reinvestment, and improve outcomes for youth, families, and communities.
Meeting to consider HB 246, HB 843, HB 954, and HB 1147
Posted on: June 21, 2021
Senate Judiciary Committee | Tuesday, June 22, 2021 | Off the Floor | Senate Chamber and Virtual Participation |
Senate Judiciary Committee Advances Legislation and Approves the Nomination of New Victim Advocate
Posted on: June 15, 2021
The Senate Judiciary Committee, chaired by Senator Lisa Baker (R-20), met today to consider the nomination of Suzanne V. Estrella, Esq., as Pennsylvania’s Victim Advocate. In addition, the committee considered three pieces of legislation aimed at protecting the rights of children and crime victims, and safeguarding the Commonwealth from ransomware attacks.
To consider the nomination of Suzanne Estrella as Victim Advocate, and consideration of SB 708, SB 726, and HB 156
Posted on: June 14, 2021
Senate Judiciary Committee | Tuesday, June 15, 2021 | 10:00 a.m. | East Wing, Hearing Room 8E-B and Virtual Participation |
Meeting of Special Committee
Posted on: June 11, 2021
Senate Special Committee on Election Integrity and Reform | PUBLIC HEARING | Meeting of Special Committee | Monday, June 14, 2021 | 12:30 p.m. | Senate Chamber and Virtual Participation |
Baker, Argall Issue Statement on Inspector General Report
Posted on: May 26, 2021
Senator Lisa Baker (R-20) and Senator Dave Argall (R-29) have issued the following statement regarding the Inspector General report released today, on the Department of State’s Failure to meet its constitutional mandate concerning House Bill No. 963 of 2019.