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Published: June 20, 2025   |  Meeting: Tuesday, June 24

Meeting to consider SB 474 and SB 844; and HB 1189

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

E-news Updates – June 18, 2025
June 18, 2025

E-news Updates – June 18, 2025

In this Update: Senate Votes to Combat Overregulation Capitol Summer Interns Bill Targeting Rise of Deepfake Scams Approved by Senate PA Now Has Concealed Carry Reciprocity with Virginia Funding Available for Community Groups Providing Veteran Suicide Prevention Services Celebrating National Dairy Month in June Senate Votes to Combat Overregulation To address overregulation that stifles business […]  [Read More]

E-news Updates – June 12, 2025
June 12, 2025

E-news Updates – June 12, 2025

In this Update: Bill to Strengthen and Modernize CPA Licensure in Pennsylvania Advances Local Chambers of Commerce Leaders Visit Capitol Senate Approves Bill to Secure and Modernize PA’s IT Infrastructure Bill to Expand Naloxone Access, Support EMS Providers Passes Senate Senate Committee Votes to Expand No-Cost Breast Cancer Screenings Measure to Preserve Public Information Receives […]  [Read More]

Senate Bill 719 Passes Pennsylvania Senate with Strong Bipartisan Support
June 11, 2025

Senate Bill 719 Passes Pennsylvania Senate with Strong Bipartisan Support

Senator Scott Hutchinson (R-21), Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee and prime sponsor of Senate Bill 719, today announced the successful passage of the legislation in the Pennsylvania Senate, marking a critical step toward addressing the Commonwealth’s certified public accountant (CPA) shortage.  [Read More]

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@repmustello11 and I were delighted to welcome the Butler Area Senior High School Rifle Team to the state Capitol this week. We recognized their remarkable achievement in winning their first Pennsylvania Interscholastic Prone Championship title, surpassing Hempfield Area High School and Everett Area High School. Success in rifle competition requires a steady hand and a calm approach. The skills they developed on the range will undoubtedly serve them well in future challenges. 

Additionally, I would like to recognize Jackon Jungling for winning the 2024-2025 WPIAL Rifle Individual Championship. With an impressive score of 200-20X, he also received the David Cramer Award. His personal and athletic accomplishments are truly commendable. 

I congratulate the students and Coach Eri Beveridge on their successful season, which brings great honor to the Butler community.
The Great Prognosticator has spoken...Six More Weeks of Winter. I hope everyone had a happy Groundhog's Day yesterday!
I am honor and humbled to continue serving my constituents of the 21st Senatorial District. Tomorrow at noon the Pennsylvania Senate will convene and swear in its new and returning Senators for the 2025-2026 session. You are able to watch this ceremony here: https://bit.ly/3GSGelB.
The PA Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Veterans Temporary Assistance program provides PA #veterans and beneficiaries with financial relief for necessities such as food, shelter, fuel and clothing. Apply at: https://www.dmva.pa.gov/Veterans/Benefits/Pages/VeteransTemporaryAssistance.aspx
It was great to meet with Lilian and Olivia, along with Jaclyn from the Armstrong, Indiana and Clarion Drug and Alcohol Commission before session this week. Lilian and Olivia were here as Clean Air Champions to express how they feel it is important to have a tobacco free future and the educational services that are available.
This week, I was able to meet with constituents and advocates from the PA Bleeding Disorders Foundation. While they were here we discussed many of the issues that those with bleeding disorders face and some of their priorities.
On Saturday, I joined PA State Rep. Donna Oberlander and the Pennsylvania Athletic Trainers’ Society to honor David Snowberger upon receiving the 2024 Life Saver Award, along with a House and Senate Citation. 

In February, at a women’s basketball game at Seton Hill University, a spectator suffered a heart attack while standing on the track above the gymnasium floor. As Assistant Athletic Trainer for Pennsylvania Western University Clarion, Mr. Snowberger and several others ran to the man and performed CPR and used an AED device to revive him. The man was then transported to Independence Health Westmoreland Hospital. Mr. Snowberger has demonstrated an admirable concern for the safety and welfare of his fellow citizens and a willingness to put his concern into action. Thank you, David, for going above and beyond the call of duty to assure the safety of others!
Yesterday, students from the Butler Youth and Government Program stopped by the state Capitol for a tour.

The Pennsylvania Youth and Government program, which is coordinated by the YMCA, was started in the mid-1940’s to offer a realistic simulation of Pennsylvania government. Participants have opportunities to serve as legislators, judges, attorneys, lobbyists and media members.

While the primary goal of this program is the promotion of responsible citizenship, students come away from the program with much more than a greater knowledge of the inner workings of government. Thank you to all the students for stopping by!
This week, I had the opportunity to meet with Dustin McMullen, a biology and pre-med student attending Seton Hill University from the 21st Senate District. During our discussion, Dustin expressed his passion for his studies, his involvement on campus and student life, as Vice-President of Student Government, a resident advisor, a member of track and field, vice-president of the Seton Hill Honor Society and much, much more. 

What really stood out, was Dustin’s devotion to his studies and what led him to major in biology and pre-med. He talked about growing up surrounded by the medical field and how both of his parents are emergency medical technicians in the district and that his sister is also pursuing a medical career and the impact that it has had on him. Thank you, to the McMullen family for your dedication to our communities and thank you, Dustin for stopping by!
Recently, I joined Rep. Marci Mustello in presenting House and Senate citations to Chuck Crispin for his 50 years of service to East Butler Borough. Grace, his lovely wife of more than 60 years, was able to join us for the occasion.

In 1978, Chuck became East Butler’s first full-time employee and was very active in building Brandon Park in the 1980s. Throughout his career with the borough he has positively touched the lives of everyone in some manner.

Congratulations Chuck on this hard-earned retirement! We wish you all the best!
I recently joined Rep. Marci Mustello in recognizing Butler County Community College Professor David C. Huseman for his longtime service and dedication to BC3’s students and community. Last year BC3 named its Professor David C. Huseman Center for Economic Education on its main campus in recognition of his longtime commitment to promoting financial literacy, entrepreneurship and economic education. Professor Huseman has been director of the center since its beginning in 1983 and is BC3’s longest-serving employee at nearly 57 years.
A crisp morning has arrived, to provide the Great Prognosticator his due, much to our surprise! No shadow! Spring is on its way! Happy Groundhog Day, everyone!

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