State Senator Scott Martin (PA)
Recent News About State Senator Scott Martin (PA)
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Scott Martin begins third term focusing on fiscal policy and education
Senator Scott Martin has officially commenced his third term representing Pennsylvania's 13th Senatorial District, which includes Lancaster and Berks counties.
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Senator Martin comments on Ryan P. Aument's resignation
PA Senator Scott Martin has issued a statement in response to the announcement that PA Senator Ryan P. Aument will resign from his Senate seat to take on a new role with U.S. Senator-elect Dave McCormick.
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Senator Martin criticizes Shapiro's plan to divert highway funds to SEPTA
Senate Appropriations Committee Chairman Senator Scott Martin has voiced concerns over Governor Shapiro's decision to redirect $153 million of federal highway and bridge capital funds to the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA).
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Senator Martin re-elected as Chair of Senate Appropriations Committee
Senator Scott Martin has been re-elected by his peers to continue his role as Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee for the upcoming 2025-26 legislative session.
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Senator Martin addresses voter registration fraud in Lancaster County
Senator Scott Martin (R-13) has responded to an investigation into fraudulent voter registrations in Lancaster County.
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Nearly $27k returned to Lancaster County residents from unclaimed properties
Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity and Senator Scott Martin announced the return of nearly $27,000 in unclaimed property to residents of Lancaster County. This initiative followed Sen. Martin’s annual Senior Expo.
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Pennsylvania Senate calls for unified national policies on athlete NIL deals
The Pennsylvania Senate has passed a resolution urging the U.S. Congress and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) to establish uniform Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) policies across all states and universities. This move aims to enhance protection for student athletes involved in NIL deals.
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Pennsylvania receives credit rating boost amid fiscal responsibility efforts
Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Scott Martin (R-Lancaster) expressed approval following Moody’s Investor Services' decision to upgrade Pennsylvania’s credit rating to Aa2. The improvement reflects the state's strong budget reserves and careful financial management.
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Pennsylvania Senate approves bill strengthening sex offender registry
The Pennsylvania Senate has approved legislation aimed at protecting children from sexual predators by addressing a gap in the current state law. The bill, sponsored by Senators Lisa Baker (R-20) and Scott Martin (R-13), seeks to enhance the state's Sexual Offender Registration and Notification Act (SORNA).
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Senator Scott Martin's Senior Expo scheduled for September 26 in Lancaster
More than 50 exhibitors will offer information on programs and services for older community residents at Senator Scott Martin’s Senior Expo on September 26 in Lancaster. The event is free to the public and will take place from 10 a.m. to noon at the Farm and Home Center, located at 1383 Arcadia Road.
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Portion of U.S. Route 222 to be renamed after Senator Noah W. Wenger
A highway dedication ceremony will be held to rename a portion of U.S. Route 222 in Lancaster County as the 'Senator Noah W. Wenger Memorial Highway' in honor of Senator Wenger’s service in the Pennsylvania General Assembly and his commitment to the people of Lancaster County. Act 63 of 2024 (Section 16) designated this portion from the interchange with U.S. Route 30 in Manheim Township to the interchange with Interstate 76, also known as the Pennsylvania Turnpike, in East Cocalico Township.
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Senator Martin announces senior expo in Lancaster with multiple services for older residents
Approximately 50 exhibitors will be available to offer information on programs and services for older community residents at Senator Scott Martin’s (R-Lancaster) Senior Expo on September 26 in Lancaster.
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Senator Martin’s office to host veteran service officer day on August 13
The office of Senator Scott Martin (R-Lancaster) will host special office hours for veterans on Tuesday, August 13, from 9 a.m. to noon at his office located at 135 East Main Street, Suite 1-A in Strasburg.
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Pennsylvania increases funding for Clean Streams Fund to $50 million annually
State Sen. Scott Martin (R-13), chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), chairman of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, have endorsed a $50 million annual recurring investment in Pennsylvania’s Clean Streams Fund included in the 2024-25 state budget.
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Pennsylvania Senate finalizes 2024-25 state budget focusing on fiscal responsibility
HARRISBURG – Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39), Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41), and Appropriations Committee Chair Scott Martin (R-13) announced the approval of a fiscally responsible 2024-25 state budget today. The budget, which amounts to $47.59 billion, is $740 million less than the proposal presented by Gov. Josh Shapiro in February and allocates $740 million to the state’s Rainy Day Fund.
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PA Senate leaders share update on state budget negotiations
Pennsylvania Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39), Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41), and Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Scott Martin (R-13) issued a statement today regarding the 2024-25 state budget negotiations.
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Senator Martin’s office hosts veteran service event on July 9
The office of Senator Scott Martin (R-Lancaster) will host special office hours for veterans on Tuesday, July 9, from 9 a.m. to noon at his office located at 135 East Main Street, Suite 1-A in Strasburg.
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Senator Martin's office to host license plate replacement event in East Earl
The office of Senator Scott Martin (R-Lancaster) will host a damaged license plate replacement event in collaboration with the East Earl Township Police Department on Tuesday, July 9, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event is scheduled to take place at the East Earl Township Maintenance Building, located at 155 Ewell Road.
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PA Senate approves 'Grow PA' bills supporting affordable higher ed pathways
The Pennsylvania Senate has approved a series of bills aimed at expanding affordable post-secondary education and career preparation opportunities for students. The bipartisan package, known as Grow PA, seeks to connect students with high-demand careers within the state.
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Pennsylvania Senate honors 2024 state champion high school wrestlers
HARRISBURG – More than a dozen high school state wrestling champions were recognized on the Pennsylvania Senate floor today as part of High School Wrestling Day at the State Capitol, according to Senator Scott Martin (R-Lancaster). The event honored wrestlers who earned gold at the 2024 Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) state wrestling championship competition held in Hershey in March.