February 2, 2023
So Long, Gov. Wolf
During the past few weeks, publications across the commonwealth have chosen to view with rose-colored glasses the past eight years of Gov. Tom Wolf’s tenure in Pennsylvania. [Read More]
Author: kgordon
January 18, 2023
Remarks on SB 141
State Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) spoke in favor of his legislation that would enable members of strategic allies, like the Republic of Lithuania, to receive the Pennsylvania Distinguished Service Medal and the Pennsylvania Meritorious Service Medal. These medals currently can only be awarded to members of the Pennsylvania National Guard or the United States armed forces. Mastriano’s bill was unanimously approved by the Senate and now heads to the state House for consideration. [Read More]
January 13, 2023
Mastriano Backs Bill Approved by Senate to Give Pennsylvanians Tax Relief at the Gas Pump
Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) this week in Harrisburg voted with a majority of his colleagues to approve legislation that would enable Pennsylvania drivers to keep more of their hard-earned money by reducing the state tax they pay on a gallon of gasoline. [Read More]
January 12, 2023
Mastriano Votes for Bill Approved by Senate Advancing Voter ID Amendment to State Constitution
Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) and a majority of his colleagues on Wednesday in Harrisburg voted to approve a bill that would enable Pennsylvania voters to accept or reject an amendment to the state Constitution requiring voters to present a valid form of identification before casting their ballots. [Read More]
January 6, 2023
Mastriano Appointed Chairman of Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee
State Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) today announced he has been appointed by Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39) to serve as chairman of the Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee for the 2023-24 legislative session. [Read More]
November 17, 2022
Op-Ed: There’s Always More We Can Do
Reports of murders, robberies, car jackings and property destruction dominate headlines these days as Pennsylvania communities fall deeper into chaos and lawlessness. [Read More]
November 4, 2022
Mastriano’s Overdose Mapping Act Becomes Law
Pennsylvania made a significant advancement in its fight against the opioid crisis this week when the Overdose Mapping Act became law, said Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33). [Read More]
November 4, 2022
Mastriano: Governor Signs Life-Saving Blue Lights Law
The governor signed legislation this week enacting the “Blue Lights Law” in Pennsylvania, Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) said. [Read More]
November 2, 2022
Pennsylvania Cruelty Laws Ignore Test Lab Animals
Last week, we learned the strength of Pennsylvania’s animal cruelty laws rank 15th nationwide – representing a triumphant climb from the bottom 10 just eight years ago. [Read More]
October 26, 2022
Mastriano: Blue Lights Law Heads to Governor’s Desk
Legislation legalizing rear-facing blue lights for tow-truck operators will soon head to the governor’s desk, Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) said today. [Read More]