Baker Working to Limit Influence of Lobbyists, Political Consultants
Today, Senator Lisa Baker (R-20) announced that she is working with her Senate colleagues to implement new transparency and ethical standards for lobbyists and political consultants in order to limit their level of influence in state government. [Read More]
Detecting and Preventing Lead Poisoning in Children
As public officials, citizens are often reaching out to us for assistance at some of the most vulnerable times of their lives. This is why we try to be proactive to find solutions that improve the conditions for citizens in our communities. [Read More]
VFW Service Officer Available to Help Veterans at Senator Baker’s Dallas Office
State Senator Lisa Baker (R-20) invites veterans to schedule an appointment to meet with a VFW Service Officer at her Dallas office location. Appointments with a Service Officer are available at no charge on the second Friday of every month. [Read More]
Senate Advances Legislation Establishing The Kunkle Firefighter Edward L. Nulton, Sr., Memorial Highway
Just over three years have passed since the tragic accident involving Kunkle volunteer firefighter, Edward L. Nulton, Sr. [Read More]
Senate Approves Measure to Require Confirmation of PEMA Director
The state Senate has approved legislation, requiring Senate confirmation of the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) Director, according to Senator Lisa Baker (R-20) who sponsored the bill. Listen [Read More]
Senator Baker Offers Statement on Governor Wolf’s Mask Mandate in K-12 Schools, Early Learning and Child Care Facilities
Senator Lisa Baker (R-20) issues the following statement: [Read More]
Op-Ed: ABLE Accounts Give People with Disabilities the Chance to Save
People living with disabilities often face tremendous challenges. One is striking the right balance between paying for day-to-day needs and saving for larger expenses while not saving so much that they become ineligible for critical benefits. [Read More]
Legislation Requiring Written Non-Prosecution Agreements to Be Introduced
Senators Lisa Baker (R-20) and Steve Santarsiero (D-10) announced their intention to introduce legislation requiring all future non-prosecution agreements to be in writing to be enforceable. [Read More]
Bill to Enhance Penalties for Child Pornography Becomes Law
Today Governor Tom Wolf signed a law to strengthen penalties against individuals charged with possession of child pornography, according to Senator Lisa Baker (R-20) who sponsored the measure. [Read More]
Senate Passes FY 2021-22 State Budget
The Senate approved a $40.8 billion General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 2021-22 that supports Pennsylvania’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, while providing a financial safety net for the future, according to Senator Lisa Baker (R-20), who voted for measure. [Read More]