Senate Education Committee Holds Hearing on Chronic Absenteeism and Truancy
The Senate Education Committee held a public hearing on Monday, May 12, to examine the growing issue of chronic absenteeism and truancy in Pennsylvania schools and explore policy solutions to improve student attendance and long-term success. [Read More]
Senator Culver, Rep. Stender to Host Public Forum on Firefighter Recruitment
Senator Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-27) and Representative Michael Stender (R-108) will host a public event on Monday, May 19 focused on supporting Pennsylvania’s volunteer fire service and addressing the growing need for firefighter recruitment. [Read More]
Senate Education Committee Advances Structured Literacy and PASS Scholarship Bills
The Senate Education Committee, chaired by Senator Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-27), advanced legislation to implement evidence-based reading instruction and establish the Pennsylvania Award for Student Success (PASS) Scholarship Program, both of which aim to provide students with resources for learning and advancing in and out of the classroom. [Read More]
Senator Culver Announces May Dates for Free Damaged License Plate Replacement Events
State Senator Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-27) announced today she will host two free Damaged License Plate Replacement Events for area residents in May. The events are scheduled for Thursday, May 1st, in Drums and Thursday, May 8th, in Milton. [Read More]
Senator Culver Invites Women Veterans to June 10 Capitol Ceremony Honoring Their Service
Senator Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-27) looks forward to welcoming Pennsylvania women who served in the armed forces to a special ceremony at the state Capitol on Tuesday, June 10, at noon, honoring their service and sacrifice. [Read More]
Baker and Culver Push for Solutions to Rural Education Funding Disparities
In response to growing concerns from rural school officials and taxpayers regarding inadequate funding increases in Gov. Josh Shapiro’s proposed budget, Sens. Lisa Baker (R-20) and Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-27) are calling for urgent action to address disparities in education funding across Pennsylvania’s rural communities. [Read More]
Culver Commends Progress Toward Extinguishing Wilburton Coal Bank Fire
The coal bank fire located in Wilburton Number Two remains active, but the operator and owner have made significant progress according to the Pennsylvania Department of Environment Protection (DEP). [Read More]
Culver and Stender Announce $950,000 in State Grants for Montour and Northumberland County Transportation Projects
Sen. Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-27) and Rep. Michael Stender (R-108) today announced the approval of $950,000 in state grants to support transportation infrastructure projects in Montour and Northumberland Counties. [Read More]
Culver Announces $100,000 State Grant for Bloomsburg Market Street Improvements
Sen. Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-27) announced the approval of a $100,000 state grant to support improvements to Market Street in Bloomsburg Town Borough, Columbia County. [Read More]
Senate Majority Policy Committee: Fighting Blight Revitalizes Neighborhoods
Strategies to repair or demolish blighted buildings in communities large and small were reviewed with local leaders at a roundtable discussion of the Senate Majority Policy Committee chaired by Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and hosted by Sen. Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-27) today. [Read More]
Senate Republicans: Shapiro’s Spending Plan Unrealistic
Senate Republicans will closely examine Gov. Josh Shapiro’s 2025-26 budget plan during the next several months to find improvements that will ensure greater long-term fiscal stability for the Commonwealth, according to Senator Culver. [Read More]
Anthony J. McDonald Confirmed as Judge of the Court of Common Pleas for Columbia and Montour Counties
The Pennsylvania Senate today confirmed the appointment of Anthony J. McDonald as Judge of the Court of Common Pleas for Columbia and Montour Counties. McDonald brings extensive legal experience and a deep commitment to public service to the position. [Read More]
Leading Female Senators Take Charge, Introduce Save Women’s Sports Act
A group of female Republican senators introduced legislation – the Save Women’s Sports Act – barring men from competing in women’s sports and ensuring that women’s athletics are protected. [Read More]
Senator Culver Appointed to Key Committees
Sen. Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-27) announced her committee assignments for the 2025-26 legislative session. [Read More]
Culver Appointed Chair of Senate Education Committee
Sen. Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-27) has been named Chairwoman of the Senate Education Committee for the 2025-2026 legislative session. [Read More]