The program offers grants of up to $5,000 per year for in-state students who pursue a degree or certification in an in-demand occupation.
Senate Republican leaders voice concern about spending levels in Shapiro’s budget
“This budget did not include a broad-based tax increase… because Senate Republicans have stood up to the governor’s… demands,” Martin said.
Grow PA becomes popular scholarship program in its first year
Now 5,737 people participate in the program.
Martin, Picozzi highlight Catholic Schools Week in Pennsylvania
The senators sponsored a resolution designating Catholic Schools Week in recognition of the 140,000 students enrolled in Catholic schools statewide.
Martin highlights incredible success of Grow PA program’s first year
Grow PA was created last year to help reverse the trend of young Pennsylvanians seeking education and job opportunities in other states.
Senate passes bill to protect young people from AI generated CSAM
AI-generated CSAM content has increased, including instances of images being created and shared in school settings.
Law enforcement, child safety advocates call for stronger response to AI-generated child sexual abuse material
Testifiers praised the Pennycuick-Martin-Baker bill to require mandated reporters to report all instances of child sexual abuse material.
Public hearing to examine bill addressing AI-generated child sexual abuse material
The legislation would require mandated reporters to report all instances of child sexual abuse material they become aware of.
Senate committee passes bill addressing AI-generated child sexual abuse material
Senators Pennycuick, Martin, and Baker sponsored the legislation.
Senators recognize National School Bus Safety Week
Senator Scott Martin plans to introduce a resolution to designate Oct. 20-24, 2025 as School Bus Safety Week in Pennsylvania.