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In this Update:
A Responsible Spending Plan to Fund Critical Needs
Counties, school districts, hospitals and others would receive critical funding from the commonwealth immediately under a responsible spending plan approved by the Senate. As negotiations continue on a final 2025-26 state budget, Senate Bill 160 would provide funding at the levels included in the final 2024-25 budget. If the House of Representatives also approves the bill, the state can immediately begin disbursing nearly $47.6 billion, without the need for any new taxes. Transportation Bill Addressing Funding, Safety, Accountability Approved by Senate
A bill to fund transportation infrastructure and help improve the safety, accountability and stability of Pennsylvania’s mass transit systems was approved by the Senate. As amended by the Senate, House Bill 257 provides additional funding without raising tax rates, improves safety on transit systems and implements new accountability measures to protect taxpayers. Importantly, the plan does this without impacting other components of the final budget. The legislation would provide $292.5 million to transit and road construction this year and another $300 million in the 2026-27 fiscal year. Public Hearing Examines Data Center Development in Pennsylvania
As the development of new data centers accelerates across Pennsylvania, the Senate Majority Policy Committee held a public hearing to review the potential impacts for communities and the economy. The hearing brought together economic development organizations, utilities, municipal associations and other groups for a discussion on the benefits and challenges of this new, growing industry. Some testifiers discussed the increased local tax revenue these centers would bring, boosting support for schools and fire departments. Seeing the potential tax revenue and job benefits for Pennsylvania, I’ve introduced legislation, SB 939, to support these jobs and foster economic growth from industries on the forefront of emerging technologies. Help PA Celebrate Your Barn
The Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office invites you to contribute to the effort of documenting and celebrating the barns that define our state’s rural traditions. Barns represent the agricultural heritage, craftsmanship and local pride found throughout the commonwealth. You can go here to find out how to submit your photos and background information and have your barn added to the Pennsylvania Inventory of Historic Places. Perry County Fair Festivities
We’ve been having a great time at the Perry County Fair this week! We were honored to help recognize Hunter Smith of Newport as the 2025 Farmer of the Year and Brian Peters of Millerstown as the 2025 Friend of the Fair award recipient by presenting Senate citations. Congratulations, again, gentlemen! The festivities run through Saturday evening with lots left to do and see. I always enjoy the tractor parade and am looking forward to the 4H and FFA livestock sale on Saturday. Check out the complete schedule and stop by our booth; I hope to see you there! Bicentennial Farm Celebrated
We were glad to recognize the Metz Family this week, as their Perry County farm received Bicentennial Farm designation at Ag Progress Days! The original 110-acre Loysville farm was established in 1825 by Johann Metz. He purchased it for $18 and set up a dairy operation as well as a blacksmith shop. The farm is now owned by Johann’s great-great-great grandson, Richard D. Metz, Jr. who produces soybeans, corn, hay, and beef on an expanded 147 acres. Congratulations, again, to the Metz family for keeping their farm in agricultural production for 200 years, contributing to our economy, preserving our rural heritage, and continuing their family legacy! State Champion Cumberland Valley Boys Volleyball Team Honored
The Cumberland Valley Varsity Boys Volleyball team was recognized at the Capitol this week, in celebration of their state championship victory! The team went undefeated in the regular season and ultimately clinched the PIAA 3A title against North Allegheny in June. Congratulations, again, to the athletes, coaches, and families on this well-deserved state championship! Happy 100th Birthday
Please join me in wishing Mr. George Achenbach of Marysville a very Happy 100th Birthday! We were thrilled to present him with a Senate citation over the weekend, before he threw out the first pitch at the Harrisburg Senators game! He brought the team some good luck–they won 9-1!
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