Farry’s Resolution to Study Home Nursing Workforce Crisis Passes Senate Unanimously
The Senate unanimously approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) to better understand how reimbursement rates and nursing workforce shortages affect access to essential home care for Pennsylvanians who rely on skilled nursing services. [Read More]
Legislation to Improve EMS Patient Transport Options Passes Senate
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) to give emergency medical services (EMS) providers greater flexibility in transporting patients to appropriate receiving facilities was unanimously approved by the Senate. [Read More]
State and Local Leaders Collaborate to Bring Major Business Investment and Hundreds of Jobs to Bensalem
A coordinated effort among Sen. Frank Farry (R-6), Rep. K.C. Tomlinson (R-18), Bensalem Township Mayor Joe DiGirolamo and Bensalem Township Council President Edward Tokmajian Jr. is helping pave the way for a $150 million investment and 250 manufacturing jobs at a vacant building in Bensalem Township. [Read More]
Farry Bill to Strengthen Employee Ownership Opportunities Passes Senate
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) to help Pennsylvania businesses transition to employee ownership and preserve jobs within commonwealth communities was approved by the Senate this week. [Read More]
Farry Bill to Expand EMS Transport Options Advances from Senate Committee
A bill sponsored by Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) to give emergency medical services (EMS) providers greater flexibility in transporting patients to appropriate receiving facilities advanced unanimously from the Senate Institutional Sustainability and Innovation Committee today. [Read More]
Farry Announces More than $7.8 Million in State Grants for Local Projects
Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) announced several projects across the 6th Senatorial District were awarded more than $7.8 million in Local Share Account (LSA) funds from the Commonwealth Financing Authority today. [Read More]
Farry Announces Home Safety Event with Kidde in the 6th District
Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) announced today Kidde will host a home safety event for families in the community on Saturday, Aug. 29 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Middle Bucks Institute of Technology, located at 2740 York Rd. in Jamison. [Read More]
House Democrats Chose Political Theater Over Public Safety on Second-Degree Felony Murder Legislation
HARRISBURG –– Sen. Frank Farry (R-6), along with Reps. Kristin Marcell (R-178), Shelby Labs (R-143), K.C. Tomlinson (R-18), Joe Hogan (R-142) and Craig Staats (R-145) released the following statement and fact sheet regarding second-degree murder legislation: “The House had every opportunity to act responsibly and send the Senate’s bipartisan second-degree felony murder legislation to the […] [Read More]
Farry Calls for Immediate Action on Second-Degree Murder Sentencing Before Court Deadline
Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) today hosted Republican lawmakers from both chambers outside his Langhorne district office to highlight the need for immediate legislative action to address Pennsylvania’s second-degree murder sentencing laws before the court-imposed deadline of July 24. [Read More]
Farry Announces More Than $3.25 Million in State Funding for Bucks County Improvement Projects
Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) announced more than $3.25 million in state funding has been awarded to four improvement projects in the 6th Senatorial District. [Read More]
PA Senate Votes for Historic Tax Cuts
The Senate approved legislation to dramatically decrease costs for Pennsylvania families by cutting taxes on electric bills and school supplies, strengthening the state’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program and eliminating the current sales tax exemption for data centers, according to Sen. Farry (R-6), who supported the measure. [Read More]
Farry: Committee Approves Bills to Strengthen Pennsylvania Innovation, Research and Life Sciences
Several measures to strengthen Pennsylvania’s position as a leader in research, development and life sciences innovation were approved by the Senate Institutional Sustainability and Innovation Committee, according to committee chair Sen. Frank Farry (R-6). [Read More]
Farry Joins Governor for Announcement of URBN Expansion to Bucks County
Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) joined Gov. Josh Shapiro, local officials and leadership from URBN at their headquarters at the Philadelphia Navy Yard today to announce the company will establish a new distribution center for its rental apparel brand Nuuly in Bucks County. The project will bring hundreds of jobs and significant economic investment to the region while ensuring the company’s continued growth remains in Pennsylvania. [Read More]
Farry, Hogan Answer Resident Concerns on Route 1 Project: PennDOT Confirms Service Roads Can Be Retained
Sen. Farry (R-6) and Rep. Hogan (R-142) announced today that PennDOT confirmed the existing service roads can be retained as local roads as part of the U.S. 1, Section RC3 transportation improvement project. [Read More]
Hogan, Farry Announce Over $2.8 Million in TASA Funding for Middletown Township Projects
Rep. Joe Hogan (R-Bucks) and Sen. Frank Farry (R-Bucks) announced today that over $2.8 million in grant funding has been awarded to projects based in Middletown Township from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) through the federal Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program (TASA). [Read More]
Pittsburgh Hearing Examines Robinson’s Bill Ensuring Lead-Free Drinking Water in Schools
Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) and Sen. Devlin Robinson (R-37) today hosted an informational hearing examining legislation to ensure Pennsylvania students have access to safe, lead-free drinking water in schools. [Read More]
Farry Joins Pennsylvania State Senate to Honor America 250 with Ceremonial Gathering in Philadelphia
The Pennsylvania State Senate held a ceremonial gathering on Tuesday at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia to honor America’s 250th birthday, said Sen. Frank Farry (R-6). [Read More]
Farry, Pennsylvania Attorney General Sunday Highlight Legislation to Increase Penalties for Gun Store Thefts at Site of Langhorne Burglary
Sen. Frank Farry (R‑6) today joined Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday, Rep. Joe Hogan (R-142) and Middletown Township law enforcement officials at LugerMan Gun Shop to highlight legislation aimed at strengthening penalties for gun store burglaries. [Read More]
Sens. Pennycuick, Farry Introduce Measure to Help Biomedical Innovations Reach the Marketplace
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) and Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) introduced legislation (Senate Bill 1285) to provide low-interest loans and loan guarantees for eligible Commonwealth-based biotechnology and medical device projects to assist with FDA-related clinical trials costs. [Read More]
State Legislators Announce PECO Will Withdraw Proposed Rate Increases
Sen. Farry (R-6) and state Reps. Hogan, Labs, Marcell and Tomlinson announced today that following discussions with PECO officials, PECO will withdraw its request before the Public Utility Commission to increase costs for ratepayers. [Read More]
State Legislators Urge PECO to Withdraw Proposed Rate Increases
A group of state lawmakers has formally called on PECO to reconsider its recent regulatory filings seeking additional increases to electric and natural gas rates. In a letter sent April 2, the legislators expressed concern that PECO’s proposals would place further financial strain on residents already facing high utility costs. [Read More]
Farry Announces Student Essay Contest Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary
Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) today announced a student essay contest inviting local high school students to participate in a historic statewide initiative commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States. [Read More]
Fitzpatrick, Farry Recognized for Driving Pennsylvania’s Next Era of Biomedical Innovation
PHILADELPHIA – U.S. Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) and state Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) were recognized this week by Life Sciences PA for their leadership in advancing biomedical innovation, strengthening the commonwealth’s life sciences ecosystem and expanding patient access to life-saving treatments. Fitzpatrick was named the Federal Official of the Year and Farry the State Official […] [Read More]
PA Senate Communications and Technology, Institutional Sustainability and Innovation Committees Hold Joint Hearing to Discuss AI in the Biotech Sector in PA
Today, Senator Tracy Pennycuick (24th District) and Senator Frank Farry (6th District) held a joint hearing at Merck & Co., to discuss the growing use of AI to advance innovation in the biotechnology sector. [Read More]
Farry, Marcell, Tomlinson and Hogan Announce Funding for Pedestrian Safety and Water Infrastructure Projects in Bucks County
Sen. Frank Farry (R-6), Rep. Kristin Marcell (R-178), Rep. K.C. Tomlinson (R-18), and Rep. Joe Hogan (R-142) today announced significant state investments in pedestrian safety and water infrastructure. [Read More]