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IBEW Local 1319 Breaks Ground on Cutting-Edge Training Center to Enhance Lineman Safety and Skill
April 21, 2025

IBEW Local 1319 Breaks Ground on Cutting-Edge Training Center to Enhance Lineman Safety and Skill

State and local officials, led by Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20) and Reps. Jonathan Fritz (R-111) and Brenda Pugh (R-120), gathered today in Pringle Borough for the ceremonial groundbreaking of a 15,000 square foot state-of-the-art training facility for current and future generations of skilled electrical lineman with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1319.  [Read More]

Baker, Cappelletti Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Modernize and Expand Pennsylvania’s Treatment Courts
April 15, 2025

Baker, Cappelletti Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Modernize and Expand Pennsylvania’s Treatment Courts

The Pennsylvania Senate recently passed legislation introduced by Sens. Lisa Baker (R-20) and Amanda M. Cappelletti (D-17) to modernize and strengthen Pennsylvania’s problem-solving courts, now proposed to be formally recognized as treatment courts.  [Read More]

Baker Responds to Potential Closure of Penn State Wilkes-Barre: “This Is Not a Done Deal”
April 11, 2025

Baker Responds to Potential Closure of Penn State Wilkes-Barre: “This Is Not a Done Deal”

In response to Penn State University’s recent announcement identifying branch campuses, including Penn State Wilkes-Barre, for potential closure, Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20) issued the following statement expressing deep concern and a call for greater transparency and community input:  [Read More]

Protecting Schools: Senate Acts Against False Emergency Threats
April 3, 2025

Protecting Schools: Senate Acts Against False Emergency Threats

The Senate approved legislation this week to crack down on false emergency threats targeting schools, a move aimed at enhancing public safety and reducing the strain on emergency responders, according to Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20), who supported the measure.  [Read More]

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May we reflect on God’s great love on this Good Friday as we honor Christ’s sacrifice and prepare to rejoice on Resurrection Sunday. #holyweek
Look out for a scam involving telephone calls that falsely claim to be from @pennsylvania_puc and threaten utility service termination unless immediate payment is made. The PUC does not make direct calls to consumers to demand payment.
@pafishandboat is reminding anglers that the statewide Opening Day of Trout Season is this Saturday, April 5! Anglers may begin fishing at 8 a.m.​​

Throughout the 2025 season, the PFBC will stock approximately 3.2 million adult trout in 691 streams and 130 lakes open to public fishing. The trout stocking schedule is available on their website. #pafishing #troutseason #troutstocking
Our #pacapitol building at night - one of the most impressive architectural structures in the United States. It’s an honor to serve the people of the 20th #pasenate District in Harrisburg and at home.
To all of our Vietnam Veterans, Welcome Home! 

Join me in saluting Silver Star recipient Col. Robert J. Graham, USAF, Ret. I’m currently reading his new book “One of the Few” a fascinating story chronicling his service as a fighter pilot, leader and warrior between 1961-74. 🇺🇸 #nationalvietnamveteransday
Be sure to watch @eyewitness_news_wbrewyou tonight as Lead I-Team Reporter Andy Mehalshick investigates an alarming pattern of reckless driving and near misses at the bus stop and my efforts to strengthen school bus safety laws to better protect children. #recklessdriving #schoolbussafety
#happystpattysday
Good luck, @philadelphiaeagles - bring the Lombardi Trophy back to PA! #superbowllix #gobirds #flyeaglesfly

Meet Lisa Baker

Senator Lisa Baker is serving her fifth term representing the 20th Senatorial District, which includes substantial parts of Luzerne and Wayne counties, and all of Pike, Susquehanna, and Wyoming counties. She is noted for her accessibility in the district, for her practical and reasonable approach to problem-solving and her bipartisan work on constructive legislation. Numerous community organizations and projects have benefitted from her concerted advocacy. Working with county and municipal officials, she has helped to secure essential funding to support community priorities.
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