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Baker, Pugh Announce Millions in Grant Funding for Watershed Restoration, Parks and Community Projects
December 18, 2025

Baker, Pugh Announce Millions in Grant Funding for Watershed Restoration, Parks and Community Projects

Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20) and Rep. Brenda Pugh (R-Luzerne) today announced the approval of funding totaling more than $6.7 million for environmental, recreational and community improvement projects across Luzerne County. The grants were awarded through multiple Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) programs, including the Watershed Restoration Protection Program; the Sewage Facilities Program; the Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program; and statewide Local Share Account (LSA) funding.  [Read More]

Senators Recognize National School Bus Safety Week
October 22, 2025

Senators Recognize National School Bus Safety Week

Sen. Judy Ward (R-30), Sen. Scott Martin (R-13) and Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20) held a news conference about the importance of school bus safety at the State Capitol in Harrisburg.  [Read More]

Senate Approves State Budget that Funds Essential Services Without Raising Taxes
October 21, 2025

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 Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20).  [Read More]

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September 10, 2025

Baker’s School Bus Safety Bill Passes Senate, Strengthening Protections for Pennsylvania Students

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20) to enhance school bus safety and better protect children traveling to and from school has been approved by the Senate.  [Read More]

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September 8, 2025

Meeting to consider SB 111, SB 914, HB 18, HB 414 and HB 1406

Senate Judiciary Committee | Room 8E-B, East Wing  [Read More]

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August 13, 2025

Baker: Transportation and Budget Bills Deliver Real Dollars for Pennsylvania Communities

A bill to invest in our transportation infrastructure by providing $1.2 billion to help address roadway needs across Pennsylvania and improve the safety, accountability and stability of our mass transit systems has been approved by the Pennsylvania Senate, according to Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20).  [Read More]

Baker, Fritz React to State Police Shooting in Susquehanna County
August 8, 2025

Baker, Fritz React to State Police Shooting in Susquehanna County

Sen. Lisa Baker (R-Luzerne/Pike/Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) and Rep. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) today issued the following statement concerning the shooting that occurred in Susquehanna County.  [Read More]

Baker Encourages Local Veterans to Sign Up for New E-Newsletter
July 30, 2025

Baker Encourages Local Veterans to Sign Up for New E-Newsletter

Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20) is launching a new digital newsletter to better connect with the nearly 20,000 veterans across the 20th Senatorial District and keep them informed on legislation, services and resources specifically tailored to those who served.  [Read More]

Baker’s Bill to Strengthen Abuse Protections Signed into Law
July 9, 2025

Baker’s Bill to Strengthen Abuse Protections Signed into Law

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20) to strengthen the enforcement of Protection from Abuse (PFA) orders was officially signed into law on June 30.  [Read More]

Baker’s Electronic Payroll Modernization Bill Advances Out of Committee
June 10, 2025

Baker’s Electronic Payroll Modernization Bill Advances Out of Committee

The state Senate Labor and Industry Committee unanimously approved Sen. Lisa Baker’s (R-20) electronic payroll modernization legislation, co-introduced by Sen. Nick Miller (D-14).  [Read More]

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