State Senator Lisa Baker
Recent News About State Senator Lisa Baker
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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.
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Bill aims to protect pets in domestic violence cases
The Senate Judiciary Committee has advanced a bill aimed at providing additional protection for domestic violence survivors and their pets. Chaired by Sen. Lisa Baker, the committee moved forward with House Bill 1210, which seeks to grant judges the authority to award temporary custody of companion animals as part of a Protection from Abuse (PFA) order.
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Senate Judiciary Committee to hold voting meeting on October 21
The Senate Judiciary Committee is set to convene for a voting meeting on Monday, October 21. The session will be held off the floor in the Senate Rules Room at the Capitol Complex in Harrisburg. This meeting will be chaired by Senator Lisa Baker (R-20).
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Wyoming County receives $1 million grant for broadband enhancement
The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) has announced a $1 million grant to the Wyoming County Healthcare Center. This funding aims to enhance internet access in the community, as confirmed by Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20).
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Pennsylvania Senate passes bill updating elevator safety standards
The Pennsylvania Senate has approved a bill aimed at enhancing elevator safety standards in the state. The legislation, sponsored by Senator Lisa Baker (R-20), seeks to address outdated safety codes that have not been revised since 2002.
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Pennsylvania Senate approves extension of PA One Call Law
The Pennsylvania Senate has approved a bill proposed by Senator Lisa Baker to amend and extend the Pennsylvania Underground Utility Line Protection Law, also known as the PA One Call Law. This development coincides with the 50th anniversary of the law, which is designed to protect utility workers and ensure public safety.
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Senate Judiciary Committee to hold voting meeting on October 1
The Senate Judiciary Committee, chaired by Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20), will hold a voting meeting tomorrow, Oct. 1, off the floor in the Senate Rules Room of the Capitol Complex, Harrisburg.
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Pennsylvania Senate passes key juvenile justice reform bills
The Pennsylvania Senate has passed two significant pieces of legislation aimed at reforming the state's juvenile justice system. Introduced by Senator Lisa Baker (R-20), the bills incorporate key recommendations from Pennsylvania’s Juvenile Justice Task Force.
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Senate Judiciary Committee to hold voting meeting on September 17
The Senate Judiciary Committee, chaired by Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20), will hold a voting meeting tomorrow, Sept. 17, at 11:30 a.m., in the Senate Majority Caucus Room, Room 156 of the Capitol Complex in Harrisburg.
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Baker introduces bill on fair compensation for law enforcement serving PFA orders
Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20) has introduced legislation to ensure fair distribution of service fees related to Protection from Abuse (PFA) orders in Pennsylvania. The bill aims to revise an outdated provision of the state’s Protection from Abuse Act, ensuring law enforcement agencies that serve PFA orders are appropriately compensated.
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Pennsylvania expands scope of practice for athletic trainers with new legislation
Athletic trainers in Pennsylvania can now provide a broader range of health care services due to legislation sponsored by Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20).
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Governor signs legislation modernizing Pennsylvania's trust laws
A bill signed by the governor this week seeks to modernize and enhance Pennsylvania’s trust laws, according to Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20), who sponsored the measure.
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Pennsylvania Senate approves balanced budget focusing on growth without raising taxes
The Pennsylvania Senate has approved a 2024-25 state budget described as fiscally responsible, according to Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20). The budget aims to create new job opportunities, includes no new taxes, and addresses economic and demographic challenges.
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Baker's bill modernizing licensure for engineers, surveyors becomes law
Legislation modernizing the Engineer, Land Surveyor, and Geologist Registration Law was recently signed into law, according to the bill’s sponsor, Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20). Senate Bill 403 – now Act 32 of 2024 – resolves long-standing issues and updates critical provisions to align the law with current professional standards and practices.
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Senate Judiciary Committee to hold voting meeting on July 1
HARRISBURG – The Senate Judiciary Committee, chaired by Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20), will hold a voting meeting on Monday, July 1, Off the Floor in the Senate Rules Room of the Capitol Complex in Harrisburg.
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Task force finalizes report on improving PA's flood insurance accessibility
HARRISBURG – The Flood Insurance Premium Assistance Task Force has presented Gov. Josh Shapiro and the General Assembly with its final report, including recommendations to improve flood insurance affordability and accessibility, enhance flood resiliency, increase risk mitigation, and protect Pennsylvanians from significant uncovered losses.
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Senator Lisa Baker invites community photo submissions for district gallery
Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20) announced today an invitation for residents of the 20th Senatorial District to showcase their photography skills by submitting their favorite shots for inclusion in the "Scenes from the 20th District" photo gallery. Participants are encouraged to submit photographs that highlight natural landscapes, community events, historical landmarks, and everyday life within the district, which includes all of Pike, Susquehanna, and Wyoming counties and substantial portions of Luzerne and Wayne counties.