Senator Mastriano

Jesus was Jewish. His mother was Jewish. His disciples were Jewish. The roots of Christianity are deeply intertwined with the history of the Jewish people.

As antisemitism continues to rear its ugly head, we must never forget the lessons of history. That’s why I introduced Senate Bill 127, requiring Holocaust education in Pennsylvania schools.

Remember our roots. Teach our history. Reject antisemitism.

Learn more: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/sb127

October 23, 1944 - The Battle of Leyte Gulf, the largest naval battle in history, took place off the Philippine Islands, during World War II in the Pacific. The battle involved 216 U.S. warships and 64 Japanese ships and resulted in the destruction of the Japanese Navy including the Japanese Battleship Musashi, one of the largest ever built.

October 23, 1983 – Beirut Bombing Remembrance 241 US service personnel including 220 Marines and 21 other service personnel are killed by a truck bomb at a Marine compound in Beirut, Lebanon.

Three hundred service members had been living at the four-story building at the airport in Beirut. There were 1,800 Marines stationed in Beirut at the time.
A multi-national force with units from France, Italy and the United Kingdom was also on peacekeeping duty in Lebanon at the same time.

At the same time the Marine barracks was hit, a suicide bomber drove a pickup truck full of explosives and crashed into a building housing French paratroopers. Approximately 58 French soldiers were killed in the attack.

Please help me honor those who selflessly sacrificed their lives on that day

WOW! WHAT A WEEK!

FROM A VISION TO A VICTORY — THE BEAGLE BILL IS OFFICIALLY LAW!

What began five years ago as a mission to protect innocent animals has now become a lasting part of Pennsylvania law!

Senate Bill 381 is officially Act 92 of 2026! 🐶❤️

This new law strengthens protections for dogs and cats used in research and helps give these animals a second chance at life in loving homes.

I can`t say this enough - I am truly grateful to Senator Carolyn Comitta for her bipartisan partnership throughout this journey, and to the outstanding advocates who helped bring this legislation across the finish line: Kristen Tullo, Anita Archambeau, Heidi Prescott, and the Adams County SPCA in Gettysburg. And, of course, our four-legged ambassador, Phoebe the Beagle! 🐾

To the many others whose dedication and compassion made this possible, your efforts will make a difference for years to come.

Unanimous support. Lasting protections. A brighter future for these animals.

Act 92 of 2026 - a legacy of compassion!

THROWBACK THURSDAY: Throwback to Veterans Day 2017!

One of those special days that Rebbie and I will always treasure.

I had the privilege of delivering the Veterans Day keynote address at Sgt. Alvin C. York State Historic Park in Tennessee.

Here we are with our dear friend, Colonel Gerald York (U.S. Army, Ret.), grandson of the legendary Sergeant Alvin C. York.

Having spent years researching and writing about Alvin York, it was especially meaningful to stand on the ground he called home, honor his remarkable legacy, and share the occasion with his family.

Great memories, wonderful friends, and a special reminder of the generations of Americans who have answered the call to serve.

God bless our Veterans!
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I had the pleasure of giving these wonderful families a tour of the Senate Chamber, sharing some of its history and offering a firsthand look at where the legislative process takes place.

It was especially encouraging to see so many bright, curious young people taking an interest in our government, our history, and the freedoms we cherish.

A special thank-you to all the homeschool parents for your dedication to educating the next generation and for making the trip to Harrisburg!

It was an honor to spend time with you all! God bless you and your families!