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Senate Republicans to Introduce Legislation  Providing Loan Interest Forgiveness to Counties and Head Start
September 30, 2025

Senate Republicans to Introduce Legislation Providing Loan Interest Forgiveness to Counties and Head Start

Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39), Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) and Appropriations Chair Scott Martin (R-13) announced their intention to introduce legislation forgiving the interest on loans following the announcement by State Treasurer Stacy Garrity to help Head Start providers and counties during the state budget impasse.  [Read More]

Senator Martin Calls for Accountability from Governor Shapiro on Energy Policy
September 23, 2025

Senator Martin Calls for Accountability from Governor Shapiro on Energy Policy

Senate Appropriations Committee Chairman Scott Martin (R-Lancaster) issued the following statement today in reaction to Governor Shapiro’s comments yesterday on energy policy:  [Read More]

Meeting to consider SB 65, SB 713, SB 922 and SB 952
Published: September 9, 2025   |  Meeting: Tuesday, September 9

Meeting to consider SB 65, SB 713, SB 922 and SB 952

Senate Appropriations Committee | Rules Committee Conference Room  [Read More]

Senator Martin: SEPTA Funding Request Vindicates Senate Republican Transit Approach
September 5, 2025

Senator Martin: SEPTA Funding Request Vindicates Senate Republican Transit Approach

Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Scott Martin (R-Lancaster) said today that SEPTA’s request to use existing funding from the $2.5 billion Public Transportation Trust Fund to avoid service cuts uses key elements of a solution identified last month by Senate Republicans.  [Read More]

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Office of Senator Scott Martin

Harrisburg Office

Senate Box 203013
Main Capitol 281
Harrisburg, PA 17120-3013
Telephone: (717) 787-6535
Fax: 717-772-5471
TTY: Use 711 (explained here)
Toll Free: (800) 235-1313

District Office

135 E. Main St., Suite 1-A
Strasburg, PA 17579
Telephone: (717) 397-1309
Fax: 717-299-7798

Reading Area Community College recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of its highly successful nursing program, which ranks among the top programs in the state. Congrats on all your success!

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It was a pleasure to say a few words at the launch of the PennAg Rapid Response Center located near Millersville recently. The facility will play a key role in helping to protect farmers by quickly stopping the spread of avian influenza and other animal diseases.

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During the month of September, my offices are continuing our tradition to collect donations to support food pantry efforts in the 13th Senatorial District.
 
Learn more: https://twinvalleyfoodpantry.com/food-drive/. 
 
Thanks to all who have already dropped off donations at my Strasburg office!

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Meet Scott Martin

Scott Martin is a lifelong Lancaster County resident with deep roots in the community. Scott currently serves as part of the Senate Republican Leadership team as Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, which plays a crucial role in negotiating and developing the state budget. During his three terms in the Senate, he has authored dozens of laws to improve the quality of life for Pennsylvanians. He previously served as Chair of the Senate Education Committee and Senate Local Government Committee.
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