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E-news Updates – October 3, 2025
Brown Launches All-New Veterans E-Newsletter On Monday, I proudly introduced my new monthly Veterans E-Newsletter! This dedicated newsletter will serve as a direct resource for our veterans, active-duty service members, and their families here in Pennsylvania. Our veterans have given so much to protect our freedoms, and it is our responsibility to ensure they have […] [Read More]
News for Veterans
Welcome to my All-New Veterans E-Newsletter I am proud to introduce my new monthly Veterans E-Newsletter! This dedicated newsletter will serve as a direct resource for our veterans, active-duty service members, and their families here in Pennsylvania. Our veterans have given so much to protect our freedoms, and it is our responsibility to ensure they […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – September 26, 2025
Brown’s Bill Expanding Maternal Health Care Approved by Committee I am pleased to share that my legislation, Senate Bill 507, which would establish a certified midwife license in Pennsylvania, was recently approved by the Senate Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee. This marks an important step forward in addressing gaps in maternal health care across […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – September 19, 2025
Creating Responsibility and Transparency for Data Center Development Local governments are on the front lines of decision-making that directly impacts data center development. They determine zoning, land use, and ultimately where large facilities like data centers can be located. Because of this responsibility, it is critical that they have the tools and information necessary to make […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – September 12, 2025
State Budget Stalemate, Part II: New Revenue, Same Deficit. The delay in passing Pennsylvania’s budget is disrupting schools, local governments, and vital services that rely on state funding. To prevent further harm, a month ago, the Senate passed a short-term budget identical to last year’s to keep money flowing. I supported this responsible step. Unfortunately, […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – September 5, 2025
State Budget Stalemate – We Must Act Responsibly The delayed passage of Pennsylvania’s full state budget is already creating real-world consequences for our communities. Service providers, local governments, and school districts are facing disruptions because they don’t have access to the funding they rely on to serve our residents. That’s why the Senate recently passed […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – August 29, 2025
Update on East Stroudsburg Exit 308 on I-80 As we all know, there has been ongoing work at Exit 308 along I-80 in East Stroudsburg for an extended period of time now. I want to share some important updates on this project: When I-80 was first built in the Stroudsburg area in 1970 as part […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – August 22, 2025
Brown Sponsors Resolution that Seeks to Protect Kids from Online Threats It’s Social Media Safety and Parental Awareness Week in Pennsylvania – the first initiative of its kind in the U.S. A Senate resolution that I sponsored would address the alarming rise in online child exploitation and help schools, parents and community leaders promote education […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – August 15, 2025
Policy Committee Holds Hearing on Data Centers in the 40th District This week, I was pleased to welcome the Senate Majority Policy Committee and Chairman Senator David Argall to the 40th District, along with Senator Lisa Baker and many other Senators who joined remotely, including Senators Lynda Culver, Judy Ward, Dawn Keefer, Doug Mastriano, and […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – August 8, 2025
Brown to Host Public Hearing on Data Centers in the Commonwealth In response to increasing interest and questions from residents about data center development in our region, I’ve invited the Senate Majority Policy Committee to host a public hearing in our district. As this complex issue continues to evolve, so does the need for clear, […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – August 1, 2025
Brown Announces Data Center Education Policy Hearing Recently, conversations around data center development have become more frequent. The topic is appearing in local headlines, at community meetings, and in communications to me raised by residents across our district. As this complex issue continues to evolve, so does the need for clear, reliable information and meaningful […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – July 25, 2025
2025 Senior Expo – Success! This week, I was proud to host my annual Senior Expo, a favorite event of mine each year. With free admission, door prizes, health screenings, and a wide range of exhibitors, this event truly offers something for everyone. We welcomed hundreds of attendees and featured more than 90 vendors, including […] [Read More]