Public hearing on the federal prohibition of whole milk in schools
June 14, 2021
Senate Majority Policy Committee | Wednesday, June 16, 2021 | 9:00 a.m. | North Office Building, Hearing Room #1 | [Read More]
Senate Votes to Terminate Emergency Declaration, Ensure Key Waivers Remain
June 10, 2021
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 Mario Scavello (R-40) who supported the measures.
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Virtual Town Hall
May 14, 2021
VIDEO: Senator Mario Scavello virtual town hall.
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Constitutional Amendment Ballot Questions
April 20, 2021
VIDEO: Remarks of Senator Mario Scavello following a Capitol news conference to highlight the importance of voters knowing what a YES votes means for the May 18 primary election Constitutional amendment ballot questions.
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Public hearing on the economic impact of COVID-19 business closures on the Tourism and Hospitality industries
April 09, 2021
Senate Majority Policy Committee | Tuesday, April 13, 2021 | 10:00 a.m. | NOB, Hearing Room #1 and Virtual Participation | [Read More]
Virtual Town Hall
March 24, 2021
VIDEO: Virtual Town Hall meeting with Senator Mario Scavello, recorded on March 22.
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Scavello: Governor Unveils Massive Tax & Spend Budget Proposal
February 03, 2021
Governor Tom Wolf today (February 3) unveiled his proposed $40.2 billion General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 2021-22, which includes a massive increase in state spending, a substantial personal income tax rate hike, and elimination of funding for broadband expansion as well as vital agricultural and health programs and services, according to Senator Mario Scavello (R-40), who opposes the plan.
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Voting Nomination Hearing for Richard Vague as Secretary of Banking and Securities
November 18, 2020
Senate Banking and Insurance Committee | Thursday, November 19, 2020 at 9 am | Senate Chamber (and Virtual Participation) | [Read More]
Meeting to consider SB 903, SB 1229, HB 858, and HB 1769
September 18, 2020
Senate Banking and Insurance Committee | Monday, September 21, 2020 | 11:30 a.m. | Senate Chamber (and Virtual Participation) | [Read More]
School Sports During COVID-19
September 09, 2020
VIDEO: Senator Mario Scavello speaks in support of House Bill 2787, legislation that would allow Pennsylvania’s local school districts to make decisions regarding fall sports and activities.
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Floor Remarks on SB 1166
July 15, 2020
The Senate approved a proposed constitutional amendment that would limit the length of future emergency disaster declarations unless an extension is approved by the General Assembly, moving the measure one step closer to a voter referendum.
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Scavello: Senate Approves Judicial Election Reform
July 15, 2020
The membership of Pennsylvania’s appellate courts would reflect the regional diversity of Pennsylvania under a sweeping judicial election reform approved by the Senate today, according to Senator Mario Scavello (R-40).
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