Senator Scott Martin discusses transit funding and child online safety in recent posts

Scott Martin, Pennsylvania State Senator from 13th District - Facebook
Scott Martin, Pennsylvania State Senator from 13th District - Facebook
0Comments

Senator Scott Martin, a member of the Pennsylvania State Senate, addressed several issues in a series of posts on August 20, 2025. His tweets covered topics ranging from online safety resources for children to state transit funding and legislative negotiations over transportation policy.

In his first post, Senator Martin offered advice to caretakers concerned about children’s online safety. On August 20, 2025, he wrote: “If parents, guardians, teachers, coaches or other caretakers are looking for tools to keep their kids safe online, many reputable organizations are available to help. Please feel free to share with your loved ones! https://t.co/r5yZEvQLLj”

Later that day, Senator Martin commented on the use of capital funds by transit agencies. At 18:21 UTC on August 20, he posted: “Allowing transit agencies to use existing capital dollars that are NOT being used, so we don’t have to take money away from the General Fund that supports our schools, nursing homes and other priorities? That’s a win-win. https://t.co/RR9w9wCpzK”

In another statement regarding transportation policy and legislative negotiations with House Democrats in Pennsylvania, Senator Martin wrote at 20:17 UTC: “We’ve been consistent in our position on transit for months. We’re willing to work on the other side’s priorities if they work on ours, including safety, accountability and fiscal responsibility. The transportation plan rejected by House Democrats could have achieved these goals. https://t.co/F7VRL8aMig”

Senator Martin has served as an elected official in Pennsylvania since 2017 and is known for his focus on education funding and state budget issues.



Related

Leah Hunter Commissioner for External Affairs (OEA) within the Office of the Commissioner at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration - Official Website

Lancaster County cities: 5 companies received FDA inspections in September

There were five companies in cities associated with Lancaster County that received five FDA inspections in September, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scott Martin, Pennsylvania State Senator from 13th District - Facebook

SEPTA seeks use of trust fund as Senator Martin cites GOP transit plan vindication

Senator Scott Martin, who chairs the Senate Appropriations Committee, commented on SEPTA’s recent request to use existing funds from the $2.5 billion Public Transportation Trust Fund to prevent service reductions.

Scott Martin, Pennsylvania State Senator from 13th District - Facebook

Senator Scott Martin addresses state spending priorities, cancer awareness month, veterans at expo

Senator Scott Martin posted several messages between September 3-4, 2025 discussing budget reform debates with state leadership; highlighting progress during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month; and recognizing local veterans at his Senior Expo event.

Trending

The Weekly Newsletter

Sign-up for the Weekly Newsletter from South Lancaster News.