State Senator Lisa Baker
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Recent News About State Senator Lisa Baker
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Baker’s school bus safety bill advances in Pennsylvania Senate
The Senate Transportation Committee has advanced a significant legislative proposal introduced by Senator Lisa Baker aimed at enhancing school bus safety laws in Pennsylvania.
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Senate Judiciary Committee advances key public safety legislation
The Senate Judiciary Committee, led by Senator Lisa Baker, met to advance several bills designed to enhance Pennsylvania's criminal justice system and address key public safety issues.
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Senate Judiciary Committee to hold voting meeting on March 25
The Senate Judiciary Committee, led by Chair Sen.
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Pennsylvania launches scholarship program supporting careers in high-demand fields
Senator Lisa Baker is urging Pennsylvania college students and individuals seeking career training in high-demand fields to apply for the Grow PA Scholarship Grant Program.
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Legislators question Pike County utility rate hike proposals
Senator Lisa Baker and Representative Jeff Olsommer have expressed concerns regarding Pike County Light and Power's proposed rate increases for natural gas and electricity.
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Senate Republicans critique Governor Shapiro’s proposed budget
Senate Republicans in Pennsylvania have expressed concerns over Governor Josh Shapiro's proposed budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year.
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Pennsylvania Senate passes bill to enhance oversight of state veterans' homes
The Pennsylvania Senate has unanimously passed Senate Bill 129, a legislative measure aimed at enhancing oversight of the state's six veterans' homes.
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Female senators introduce legislation aimed at preserving women's sports
A group of female Republican senators has introduced the Save Women’s Sports Act in Harrisburg.
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Senate Judiciary Committee to hold confirmation hearing on February 3
The Senate Judiciary Committee, led by Chair Sen.
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Lisa Baker takes key roles in multiple legislative committees
Senator Lisa Baker has been appointed to several important committees for the 2025-26 legislative session.
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Senator Lisa Baker named among influential women in diversity list
Senator Lisa Baker has been recognized by City and State Pennsylvania as one of the state's most influential women in their 2024 Power of Diversity: Women 100 list.
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Senator Lisa Baker reports key legislative achievements on justice reform
The two-year legislative session concluded with significant progress in justice system reforms and community protections, according to Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Sen.
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Baker proposes ethics reform package for Pennsylvania government
Senator Lisa Baker of Pennsylvania has introduced a set of four legislative proposals aimed at improving ethics and transparency within the state government.
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Senator Baker criticizes Biden's commutation of Conahan's sentence
Senator Lisa Baker has voiced her disapproval following President Biden's decision to commute the sentence of Michael Conahan.
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Lisa Baker reappointed as Senate Majority Caucus Administrator
Senator Lisa Baker has been reappointed as the Senate Majority Caucus Administrator, maintaining her influential position within the Senate Republican leadership.
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Luzerne County fairgrounds set for new sports dome complex with state grants
An initiative to develop a sports dome complex in Luzerne County is set to move forward, thanks to grant funding secured by Sen.
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Baker supports Ward for interim president pro tempore of Pennsylvania Senate
Senator Lisa Baker has endorsed Senator Kim Ward for the role of interim president pro tempore of the Pennsylvania Senate.
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Baker’s bill extending PA One Call Law signed into law
Senator Lisa Baker's bill to amend and extend the Pennsylvania Underground Utility Line Protection Law, known as the PA One Call Law, has been signed into law.
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Pennsylvania legislature advances criminal justice reforms amid rising crime concerns
Every October, Crime Prevention Month prompts a focus on efforts to enhance public safety.
