Brown: Bill Establishing Animal Abuser Registry Passes Senate
Legislation establishing a statewide animal abuser registry to help prevent convicted abusers from obtaining more animals was approved by the Senate today, according to Senate Animal Protection Caucus co-chair Sen. Rosemary Brown (R-40), who supported the measure. [Read More]
Senate Committee Advances Package of Bills to Support Local Clubs and Fire Departments
A package of bills providing much-needed relief to Pennsylvanian’s civic organizations, fire companies, veterans’ groups and other nonprofits that rely on small games of chance were approved by the Senate Community, Economic and Recreational Development Committee today, according to Sen. Rosemary Brown (R-40), who chairs the committee. [Read More]
Brown Continues Efforts to Protect Kids from Online Exploitation
To help keep children safe from potential threats online, the week of Aug. 17-23 would be designated as Social Media Safety and Parental Awareness Week in Pennsylvania under a resolution introduced by Sen. Rosemary Brown (R-40). [Read More]
Brown Encourages Residents to Honor Vietnam Veterans at the Moving Wall
Sen. Rosemary Brown (R-40) is encouraging residents to visit the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Moving Wall, a half-size replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., when it comes to Stroudsburg later this month. [Read More]
Senate Committee Votes on Brown’s Statewide Data Center Moratorium Amendment
Sen. Rosemary Brown (R-40), during a meeting of the Senate Local Government Committee, offered an amendment to establish a three-year statewide moratorium on the construction of hyperscale data centers. The committee agenda included two data center-related bills, Senate Bill 1345 and House Bill 2496. Brown’s amendment sought to replace Senate Bill 1345 with the language of Senate Bill 1359, which would establish a three-year statewide moratorium on hyperscale data center development. [Read More]
Brown Continues Push for Data Center Moratorium, Says Governor’s Proposal Falls Short
Sen. Rosemary Brown (R-40) is continuing her call for stronger safeguards on large-scale data center development in Pennsylvania, urging state leaders to put residents and local communities first as the industry rapidly expands. [Read More]
Brown: Paul Miller’s Law Fully Takes Effect June 5, Strengthening Pennsylvania’s Fight Against Distracted Driving
Sen. Rosemary Brown (R-40) is reminding motorists that beginning this Friday, June 5, Pennsylvania’s Paul Miller’s Law will be fully enforceable as the one-year warning period comes to an end. [Read More]
Brown: Greg Moyer’s Law Now in Effect, Expanding AED Access and Strengthening Student Athlete Safety Across Pennsylvania
Sen. Rosemary Brown (R-40) joined the Moyer family and advocates at Notre Dame Jr./Sr. High School on Friday to announce the enactment of Greg Moyer’s Law, now Act 17 of 2026, requiring automated external defibrillators at all PIAA-sanctioned athletic events and practices and strengthening emergency action plans for sudden cardiac arrest. [Read More]
Local Lawmakers Announce 14 Community Projects in Pike, Wayne Counties
Sens. Lisa Baker (R-20) and Rosemary Brown (R-40), along with Reps. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) and Jeff Olsommer (R-Wayne/Pike) today are announcing 14 community improvement projects in Pike and Wayne counties will receive more than $1.5 million in state funding through the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s (CFA) Local Share Account (LSA) Program. The grants will support initiatives ranging from park and road improvements to public safety upgrades and workforce development planning. [Read More]
Brown Announces Enactment of Greg Moyer’s Law
Sen. Rosemary M. Brown (R-40) announced today Senate Bill 375, known as Greg Moyer’s Law, has officially been signed into law as Act 17 of 2026 after more than a decade of her advocacy. [Read More]
Brown’s Midwifery Modernization Bill Signed into Law, Supporting Mothers and Babies
Sen. Rosemary Brown’s (R-40) Midwifery Modernization legislation was signed into law today, marking a significant step forward in expanding maternal healthcare access across Pennsylvania. [Read More]
Sens. Baker, Brown Highlight Legislation to Strengthen Penalties for Attempted Murder of Law Enforcement Officers
Sens. Lisa Baker (R-20) and Rosemary Brown (R-40) were joined today by law enforcement leaders and prosecutors at the Pennsylvania State Capitol to highlight legislation to strengthen penalties for individuals who attempt to murder a law enforcement officer and cause serious bodily injury. [Read More]
Brown’s Bill to Expand Nursing Education and Relieve Workforce Shortage Passes Senate
The Senate has approved legislation to strengthen the commonwealth’s nursing workforce by expanding access to education and training programs, according to Sen. Rosemary Brown (R-40), who sponsored the measure. [Read More]
Brown Invites Local Student to Participate in Ceremonial Senate Meeting in Philadelphia
Sen. Rosemary M. Brown (R-40) announced an opportunity for a high school student in the 40th Senatorial District to participate in a special Pennsylvania Senate Ceremonial Meeting in partnership with America250PA. The student will be selected through an essay competition. [Read More]
Brown Announces “Residents First” Legislative Package Addressing Data Center Development, Expresses Support for Moratorium
As large-scale data center development proposals increasingly target Northeast Pennsylvania, Sen. Rosemary M. Brown (R-40) continues leading efforts to provide answers and clarity for constituents and local governments. Following multiple hearings, conversations with hundreds of impacted residents, industry representatives, utility providers, and state and local officials, Brown said many important questions remain. [Read More]
Brown to Introduce Legislation Strengthening Local Government Transparency and Accountability
Sen. Rosemary M. Brown (R-40) will be introducing legislation to strengthen public confidence in local government by establishing a waiting period for municipal elected officials seeking paid employment within the same municipality after leaving office. [Read More]
Baker, Brown, Fritz and Olsommer Announce More Than $713,000 in Funding to Improve Community Parks
Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20), Sen. Rosemary Brown (R-40), Rep. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) and Rep. Jeff Olsommer (R-Wayne/Pike) today are announcing four community parks in their areas will receive funding through the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (DCNR) Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2). [Read More]
News for Veterans – December, 2025
A Wonderful Veterans Appreciation Luncheon Sunday November 16th was one of my favorite events as I hosted my annual Veterans Informational and Appreciation Luncheon at Trout Lake! It was wonderful to spend the day with so many veterans from across our district to share stories, say thank you, and recognize the sacrifices they and their […] [Read More]
Brown Advances Legislation to Encourage Home Investment Without Tax Penalty
The Senate Urban Affairs Committee today has unanimously advanced Senate Bill 979, also known as the Reinvestment in Housing Act, sponsored by Sen. Rosemary M. Brown (R-40). [Read More]
Brown Bill Supporting Mothers and Midwives Passes Senate
The Senate approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Rosemary Brown (R-40) aimed at strengthening maternal health care in Pennsylvania by expanding access to high-quality maternity services across the commonwealth. [Read More]
Brown Welcomes Guest Chaplin Rob O’Donnell to the Senate
Today I had the honor of recognizing Rob O’Donnell of Lackawanna County as our Guest Chaplain in Harrisburg, as he led off our session with a beautiful prayer. [Read More]
Brown, Argall to Introduce Legislation Requiring Preapplication Meetings for Data Center Developments
Sens. Rosemary M. Brown (R-40) and David G. Argall (R-29) circulated a co-sponsorship memo today regarding legislation that would require a pre-application meeting between developers and local officials before data center projects are formally submitted for municipal review. [Read More]
Pennsylvania Legislators Lead Effort to Protect Kids from Online Exploitation
A group of Pennsylvania legislators is taking action to address the alarming rise in online child exploitation by introducing a resolution that designates the week of August 17 through 23, 2025 as “Social Media Safety and Parental Awareness Week” in Pennsylvania. [Read More]
Senate Advances Responsible Spending Plan to Fund Critical Needs
Counties, school districts, hospitals and others would receive critical funding from the commonwealth immediately under a bill approved by the Senate according to Sen. Rosemary Brown (R-40). [Read More]
Argall, Brown to Host Public Hearing on Data Center Development in the Commonwealth
In response to growing interest around the development of data centers in Pennsylvania, Sen. Rosemary M. Brown (R-40) has requested the Senate Majority Policy Committee, chaired by Sen. Dave Argall (R-29), to convene a public hearing on the topic in the 40th Senatorial District. [Read More]