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January 28, 2025

Legislators Announce $1.7 Million in Grants for Community Development Projects in District

Sen. Devlin Robinson (R-37) and Reps. Jason Ortitay (R-46), Andrew Kuzma (R-39), Valerie Gaydos (R-44) and Anita Astorino Kulik (D-45) announced the approval of more than $1.67 million from the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) for vital community development projects. The grants will fund a range of critical initiatives aimed at enhancing public infrastructure, safety and quality of life for residents. [Read More]

January 28, 2025

Labor and Industry Committee Advances Legislation to Ensure Claimants Make Good Faith Efforts to Find Work

The Senate Labor and Industry Committee, chaired by Sen. Devlin Robinson (R-37), advanced legislation to clarify the Unemployment Compensation (UC) Law regarding claimants who take actions to discourage their own hire. [Read More]

January 23, 2025

Robinson Appointed to Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission

Sen. Devlin Robinson (R-37) announced his appointment to the Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission (MPOETC). [Read More]

January 15, 2025

Robinson Announces Committee Assignments for 2025-26 Legislative Session

Sen. Devlin Robinson (R-37) has been appointed to several influential Senate committees for the 2025-26 legislative session, including continuing his leadership role as chair of the Senate Labor and Industry Committee. [Read More]

January 7, 2025

Robinson Sworn in for Second Term in Pennsylvania State Senate

Sen. Devlin Robinson (R-37) was officially sworn in today for his second term in the Pennsylvania State Senate. [Read More]

November 4, 2024

Robinson: Global War on Terrorism Specialty License Plate Now Available

Beginning Nov. 12, Pennsylvania veterans who earned the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (GWOT-EM) will have the opportunity to apply for a specialty license plate honoring their service and dedication to our nation. [Read More]

October 31, 2024

Robinson: New Law Establishes Western PA Urban Search and Rescue Task Force

Legislation championed by Sen. Devlin Robinson (R-37) has been signed into law, significantly enhancing Pennsylvania's disaster response capabilities. [Read More]

October 9, 2024

Robinson, Kane Bill to Increase Availability of Sign Language Interpreters Nears Enactment

Legislation to modernize and expand access to sign language interpreters has been approved by both the Pennsylvania Senate and House of Representatives, according to the bill’s sponsors, Sens. Devlin Robinson (R-37) and John Kane (D-9). [Read More]

September 27, 2024

Meeting to consider HB 1632 and HB 2153

Senate Labor and Industry Committee | Rules Room [Read More]

September 19, 2024

Robinson: Senate Approves Bill to Repeal RGGI Electricity Tax, Safeguarding PA Energy Jobs

The Pennsylvania Senate approved legislation to repeal the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) electricity tax enacted through executive order by the Wolf Administration in 2019, said Sen. Devlin Robinson (R-37) who supported the measure. [Read More]