Brooks’ Bill to Support Firefighters and Restore Rescinded EMS Grants Almost Law
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50) to strengthen Pennsylvania’s emergency response system by addressing the volunteer firefighter shortage and fixing recent problems with emergency services grant funding is one step closer to law. [Read More]
Senate Passes Brooks’ Resolution Urging Return of Whole and 2% Milk in Schools
Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50) today announced the unanimous Senate adoption of Senate Resolution 119, a bipartisan measure she sponsored urging Congress and federal agencies to restore whole and 2% milk to school cafeterias across Pennsylvania and the nation. [Read More]
Brooks Landmark Legislation to Improve Oversight of Economically Significant Regulations Passes Senate
Legislation that would establish a one-time automatic review process for economically significant regulations to ensure they remain effective, efficient and in the public interest was passed by the Senate, according to the sponsor, Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50). [Read More]
Brooks Joins DHS, Inspector General to Announce New SNAP Benefit Protection App
Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50) today joined Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh and State Inspector General Michelle Henry to announce a significant advancement in the protection of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. [Read More]
Senate Approves Mastriano Bill to Increase Firefighters in PA
The state Senate Monday approved Senate Bill 90, introduced by Sens. Doug Mastriano (R-33) and Michele Brooks (R-50), aimed at increasing the number of volunteer firefighters in Pennsylvania by reforming the certification process. [Read More]
Brooks: Senate Advances Key Measures Supporting Caregivers, First Responders and Holocaust Education
Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50) announced the advancement and Senate passage of several critical measures this week to address long-term care workforce shortages, strengthen Holocaust education and support Pennsylvania’s fire and emergency services. [Read More]
Brooks Applauds Final Passage of the Save Women’s Sports Act
Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50) today praised the final passage of legislation known as the Save Women’s Sports Act that ensures fairness and a level playing field in girls’ women’s athletic competitions across Pennsylvania’s K-12 schools and colleges. [Read More]
Brooks Announces $9.5 Million in State Funding for Water System Upgrades in New Castle
Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50) today announced the approval of more than $9.5 million in state funding to improve drinking water infrastructure for residents of New Castle in Lawrence County. [Read More]
Brooks to Host Property Tax and Rent Rebate Clinics in Mercer County
Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50) announced that her office will host three Property Tax and Rent Rebate Clinics across Mercer County to help eligible residents apply for the state’s rebate program. [Read More]
Brooks’ Bill to Protect Schools from Emergency Threat Hoaxes Passes Senate
The Senate today approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50) aimed at cracking down on false emergency threats targeting schools. [Read More]
Brooks Leads Effort to Strengthen Firefighter Support and Recruitment in Pennsylvania
A package of bills sponsored by Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50) aiming to help boost the dwindling number of volunteer firefighters across Pennsylvania and strengthen emergency response was approved by Senate committees this week. [Read More]
Brooks Announces $100,000 Grant to Boost Infrastructure, Economic Growth in Crawford County
Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50) announced today the approval of a Multimodal Transportation Fund grant for an infrastructure project in Crawford County. The grant, awarded by the Commonwealth Financing Authority, will enhance transportation safety, connectivity and economic growth in the region. [Read More]