Local Government Committee Approves Sanctuary Cities Bill
The Senate Local Government Committee, chaired by Senator Scott Hutchinson, endorsed legislation on Wednesday that would prevent municipalities from hindering federal efforts to deport illegal immigrants who pose a danger to Pennsylvania communities. [Read More]
Hutchinson Bill Clarifies Residency Status for Military Service
Recognizing that military experience should be a benefit and not a deterrent to those seeking government service, the Senate approved legislation introduced by Senator Scott Hutchinson that clarifies residency status for those on activity duty status. [Read More]
Local Housing Improvement Projects Receive State Grants
The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) recently awarded $315,000 in grants for housing improvement efforts in Butler, Warren, Clarion and Venango counties, according to Senator Scott Hutchinson. [Read More]
Senate Approves Legislation to Combat Opioid Addiction Crisis
The Senate on Wednesday unanimously approved and sent to the House of Representatives three measures addressing the state’s growing opioid addiction crisis, according to Senator Scott Hutchinson. Listen [Read More]
15 Local Volunteer Fire Companies Receive State Grants
Fifteen volunteer fire companies in Butler, Clarion, Venango and Warren counties were recently awarded state grants by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) for training and equipment purchases directly related to fighting brush and forest fires, according to Senator Scott Hutchinson. [Read More]
Tele-Town Hall on PA Heroin/Opioid Crisis Set for September 21
Combatting Pennsylvania’s heroin and opioid crisis will be the focus of a special “tele-town hall,” to be held at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 21, according to Senator Scott Hutchinson. [Read More]