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Senate Republicans: Shapiro’s Spending Plan Unrealistic
February 5, 2025

Senate Republicans: Shapiro’s Spending Plan Unrealistic

Senate Republicans will closely examine Gov. Josh Shapiro’s 2025-26 budget plan during the next several months to find improvements that will ensure greater long-term fiscal stability for the Commonwealth, according to Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20).  [Read More]

Leading Female Senators Take Charge, Introduce Save Women’s Sports Act
February 4, 2025

Leading Female Senators Take Charge, Introduce Save Women’s Sports Act

A group of female Republican senators introduced legislation – the Save Women’s Sports Act – barring men from competing in women’s sports and ensuring that women’s athletics are protected.  [Read More]

MONDAY: Senate Judiciary Committee Holding Confirmation Hearing
January 31, 2025

MONDAY: Senate Judiciary Committee Holding Confirmation Hearing

The Senate Judiciary Committee, chaired by Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20), will hold a confirmation hearing Monday, Feb. 3, at 11:00 a.m., in Hearing Room 1, North Office Building, Capitol Complex, Harrisburg.  [Read More]

Senators Call for Restoring Central Scranton Expressway Name Following Outcry Over Biden Commutation Decision
January 27, 2025

Senators Call for Restoring Central Scranton Expressway Name Following Outcry Over Biden Commutation Decision

Sens. Lisa Baker (R-20), Judy Ward (R-30) and David Argall (R-29) today announced a joint effort to introduce legislation to restore the name of the Central Scranton Expressway.  [Read More]

Baker Announces Committee Assignments for 2025-26 Legislative Session
January 16, 2025

Baker Announces Committee Assignments for 2025-26 Legislative Session

Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20) has been appointed to several key committees for the 2025-26 legislative session: Judiciary as chair; Banking and Insurance as vice chair; Communications and Technology; and Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness.  [Read More]

Baker Named to City and State PA’s 2024 Power of Diversity: Women 100
January 9, 2025

Baker Named to City and State PA’s 2024 Power of Diversity: Women 100

Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20) has been honored by City and State Pennsylvania as one of the commonwealth’s most influential women in their 2024 Power of Diversity: Women 100 list. This recognition celebrates women who are effecting significant change across Pennsylvania.  [Read More]

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