Senate Acts to Remove Educational Roadblocks for Students
Senator Cris Dush said today that the Senate approved legislation to create a smoother transition to high school graduation for students who are experiencing homelessness or are in foster care. [Read More]
Senator Cris Dush: Bill to Amend “No Bid Law” Passes in Senate
Senator Cris Dush (R-25) today announced the passing of his bill, Senate Bill 478. It amends Pennsylvania’s No Bid Law (Act 78 of 1979) to authorize political subdivisions, municipality authorities, and transportation authorities to enter contracts for services when two consecutive advertisements fail to induce bids. Senate Bill 478 is a product of the bipartisan, bicameral Local Government Commission. Listen [Read More]
Dush: Pennsylvanians Eager for Emergency Declaration to End
The Senate voted today to end Gov. Tom Wolf’s emergency declaration while ensuring Pennsylvania can take the steps necessary to recover, according to Senator Cris Dush who strongly supported the measures. [Read More]
Senate Approves Regulatory Reform Measures to Spur Job Creation
With Pennsylvania’s employment rate lagging behind those of other states emerging from the pandemic, the state Senate this week approved several bills to rein in job-stifling regulations, Senator Dush said. [Read More]
Library of the Senate of Pennsylvania Announces Unveiling of We Remember: Service to the State and Nation 2021, an Annual Exhibition
The Pennsylvania Senate Library is showing its annual exhibition dedicated to sharing the stories of Senate members who served our nation both in their official capacity and valiantly during wartime, according to Senator Dush. [Read More]
Dush Urges Public Comment on Tolling Plan During PENNDOT Forum
Senator Cris Dush (R-25) urged area residents to make their voices heard during a PENNDOT telephone town hall about plans to toll nine bridges on Pennsylvania interstate highways – including the I-80 North Fork Bridges Project in Jefferson County. [Read More]