Teens, parents, law enforcement officials and advocates shared their perspectives at a recent Senate hearing on how social media negatively affects student learning, socialization and mental health. You can view the discussion and testimony here: bit.ly/4dITh9p

Senate Committee approves bill to provide “Treat, No Transport” reimbursement for EMS agencies 📰⬇️Read more: senatorbaker.com/2026/10/07/…

The Senate Judiciary Committee approves of public safety, victim protection bills 📰⬇️Read more: pasenategop.com/news/baker-a…,

Continuing our work to build stronger safeguards around AI, we passed legislation to ban “nudification” apps – which allow individuals to take an image of someone and generate a fake nude or sexually explicit photo of that person. Learn more: bit.ly/4rR2MJt

The Senate passed two bills to reform PA’s 52 county-based Area Agencies on Aging after an audit found problems, and to better protect seniors from financial abuse by flagging suspicious transactions. ➡️ SB 1376 bit.ly/3Tv2Ba7  ➡️ SB 738 bit.ly/4rPpgL2

The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced four measures to expand protections for crime victims, children and animals. 📰⬇️ Read more: senatorbaker.com/2026/09/29/…

The 988 Lifeline provides free and confidential support over call, text or chat for people in distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Empathetic, trained professionals provide prevention and crisis resources for you or someone you know. Reach out: bit.ly/4jh5Tbc

Read more about my bill to establish a state license category for Rural Emergency Hospitals (REH), giving eligible facilities another option to sustain emergency and outpatient care in our communities. 📰⬇️ senatorbaker.com/2026/09/24/…

Regulation #10-242: Communicable and Noncommunicable Diseases (IRRC #3490) – this proposal wades into treacherous waters on a series of sensitive issues. 📰⬇️ senatorbaker.com/2026/09/21/…

In June 2025, the Senate unanimously passed a bill to protect property owners against eminent domain abuse and ensure they are properly compensated when their property is taken by government. There’s no reason for the House to not pass it. Read more: bit.ly/4jWSUby

Scammers are impersonating the popular online patient portal MyChart and sending messages offering patients a chance to claim a reward that does not exist. It’s a trick to obtain passwords & personal information. Learn more from @PAAttorneyGen Dave Sunday: bit.ly/4wZ8eLb

“Act immediately to qualify for student loan forgiveness” is just one of the loan forgiveness pitches scammers use to target students. Be wary of aggressive language and check the source before clicking. Learn more about avoiding these scams: bit.ly/4qtQeHj

Hiking is the most popular outdoor activity in PA. If you’re a novice, you can learn about what to wear and carry, trail etiquette, what to do if lost – as well as find the nearest trail – here: bit.ly/45HCGOV

There were 2,927 PA motorcycle crashes last year. In 96% of fatal crashes, the motorcycle is the striking vehicle, with speeding being a significant factor. Enjoy the open road by learning about motorcycle safety here: bit.ly/4xQQyCl

Care for those who served: PA veterans homes are looking to hire RNs and LPNs to provide care to those who answered our nation’s call. Learn more about these opportunities and apply here: bit.ly/4hLZx39

ATTENTION BOATERS AND ANGLERS: @pafishandboat is temporarily closing its Harveys Lake Access in Luzerne County from August 24th-25th in order to make parking lot improvements.

WATCH YOUR MAILBOX: PA Treasurer Stacy Garrity sent letters to more than 60,000 Pennsylvanians who have up to $10,000 of unclaimed property just waiting to be claimed. Whether you get a letter or not, you might want to check if any cash is waiting for you. bit.ly/45VnfCK

Gambling among teenagers is a growing problem. Information is available for parents to learn what teen problem gambling is, how to recognize the warning signs and where to go for help. Learn more: bit.ly/44kUizq

Increasing criminal penalties for those who prey on the vulnerable and training hospitality workers to identify and respond to signs of human trafficking are two new laws we passed to battle this ongoing scourge. Read more: bit.ly/4fJvrup