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Meeting to consider SB 148, SB 416, SB 479, SB 659, SB 1051 and SB 1056
Published: March 18, 2024   |  Meeting: Wednesday, March 20

Meeting to consider SB 148, SB 416, SB 479, SB 659, SB 1051 and SB 1056

Senate Finance Committee | Room 8E-A, East Wing | Watch Live  [Read More]

E-news Updates – March 14, 2024
March 14, 2024

E-news Updates – March 14, 2024

In this Update: Senate Finishes Review of Shapiro’s Budget Proposal PennDOT Shares Roadwork Info with Motorists Protect Your Family from Dangerous Radon Help is Available for Problem Gambling Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Recently, at PennWest University – Clarion, I hosted my annual Student Government Seminar where students from all across the 21st senatorial district have […]  [Read More]

E-news Updates – March 8, 2024
March 8, 2024

E-news Updates – March 8, 2024

In this Update: Senate Defends Use of Taxpayer Dollars with Careful Budget Review Help Available to Fight Drug and Alcohol Abuse 2024 Adult Trout Stocking Schedule Available Cybersecurity Resources for Local Governments Daylight Saving Time Begins This Weekend Senate Defends Use of Taxpayer Dollars with Careful Budget Review The Senate Appropriations Committee continues its review […]  [Read More]

E-news Updates – February 29, 2024
February 29, 2024

E-news Updates – February 29, 2024

In this Update: Senate Continues Detailed Review of Shapiro’s Budget Scholarship Grants Available for EMS Professionals Find Lost Life Insurance Policies and Annuity Contracts Celebrating “The Star-Spangled Banner” Recently, I joined Rep. Marci Mustello in presenting House and Senate citations to Chuck Crispin for his 50 years of service to East Butler Borough. Grace, his […]  [Read More]

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District Office of Senator Scott Hutchinson

Oil City(814) 677-6345
229 Elm Street • Oil City, PA 16301

Butler(724) 282-1234
110 East Diamond Street • Butler, PA 16001

Warren(814) 728-2100
22045 Route 6 • Warren, PA 16365-7952

Harrisburg(717) 787-9684
337 Main Capitol • Harrisburg, PA 17120

Recently, I joined Rep. Marci Mustello in presenting House and Senate citations to Chuck Crispin for his 50 years of service to East Butler Borough. Grace, his lovely wife of more than 60 years, was able to join us for the occasion.

In 1978, Chuck became East Butler’s first full-time employee and was very active in building Brandon Park in the 1980s. Throughout his career with the borough he has positively touched the lives of everyone in some manner.

Congratulations Chuck on this hard-earned retirement! We wish you all the best!
I recently joined Rep. Marci Mustello in recognizing Butler County Community College Professor David C. Huseman for his longtime service and dedication to BC3’s students and community. Last year BC3 named its Professor David C. Huseman Center for Economic Education on its main campus in recognition of his longtime commitment to promoting financial literacy, entrepreneurship and economic education. Professor Huseman has been director of the center since its beginning in 1983 and is BC3’s longest-serving employee at nearly 57 years.
A crisp morning has arrived, to provide the Great Prognosticator his due, much to our surprise! No shadow! Spring is on its way! Happy Groundhog Day, everyone!
It was great to have members of the Allegheny-Clarion Valley and Union High Schools Competitive Spirit squad - The Falcon Knights - visit the state capitol on Thursday as they were on their way to Hershey to compete in the 2A Small Varsity Division of the PIAA state championship after winning the District IX championship.  Squads from Karns City and Redbank Valley school districts were also competing at the state championship.
I recently redesigned my website - www.senatorscotthutchinson.com - to improve its speed, make it more user-friendly – particularly on mobile devices – and give it a fresh look so it is easier for you to get the state-related information you need. My goal is always to make your experience dealing with your government as positive as possible, whether you prefer to interact online or in person.

My offices are available to serve you with all sorts of things, including status reports on legislation, applications for Pennsylvania birth and death certificates, state tax forms, PACE/PACENET applications, voter registration forms and more.
I recently presented a Senate Citation to A&B Heating & Sheet Metal Company, Inc., in Warren on behalf of their 70th Anniversary. Founded in 1953 by Carl Papalia, it soon became a family business when his brothers Ralph and Joe joined him for more than four decades. In the early 1990s current owner, David Papalia, took sole ownership and has grown the business to twenty employees, headquartered right here in Warren County. A&B has maintained a tradition of excellence, remaining responsive to the everchanging needs and interests of the community it serves. Here’s to another 70 years! Here I am pictured with John Papalia, Warren County Chamber of Business and Industry; Dave Papalia, owner; and Dave Wortman, Mayor of Warren.
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to meet with Miranda Virone, professor of Occupational Therapy at Slippery Rock University and a Clarion County Native! 

Miranda expressed the importance of the work that OT’s do across the Commonwealth, especially within the mental health field. Thank you, for all of the work you do for the profession!
Last week, I joined several of my colleagues for a visit and tour of Genesis of Pittsburgh to learn more about the services they provide to pregnant women, children and adoptive families in crisis. 

Since the 1983 opening of its residence – the Genesis House – volunteers and staff have served over 1,300 young women by providing shelter, counseling and care. 

The tour was one of a series of similar site visits coordinated by Sen. Judy Ward who chairs the Senate Aging and Youth Committee and co-chairs the House and Senate Maternal and Infant Health Caucus.
Recently, I was able to join Nicholas Von Damico for his Eagle Scout Court of Honor Ceremony and present him with a citation from the Senate of Pennsylvania. Nicholas was joined by his parents John and Terra. As a member of Troop 31, he has served as Troop Quartermaster, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader and Senior Patrol Leader. 

For his Eagle Scout Community Service Project, Nicholas constructed a memorial pavilion at the Mount Varnum Cemetery in North Washington.

Congratulations, Nicholas, on this special achievement!
I had the opportunity to meet with Jacob Hagofsky of Buttercup Campground in Butler County, recently. Jacob and other members of the PA Campground Owners Association traveled to Harrisburg to stress the importance of campgrounds and RV parks to Pennsylvania’s economy, and to the many individuals and families who enjoy visiting them every year. Entrepreneurial small business owners like Jacob truly are the lifeblood of our economy.
This past week at the state Capitol, I had the great honor to meet retired Pfc. U.S. Army Jessica Lynch, who addressed the state Senate to mark POW/MIA Recognition Day in Pennsylvania, which is every third Friday of September.

On March 23, 2003, while serving in Iraq, Lynch was captured after her unit was ambushed in the town of An Nasiriyah, leaving her severely injured. She was initially listed as missing in action but was being held captive by Iraqi forces. After some time in the custody of the Iraqi army regiment that had captured her, she was taken to a hospital in An Nasiriyah.

My colleague Sen. Devlin Robinson, who joined Lynch and me, was part of Marine Task Force Tarawa, which went door-to-door in An Nasiriyah to search for evidence of prisoner whereabouts. After nine days of tireless operations, actionable intelligence was collected and a special forces operation was launched to rescue Lynch. Two weeks later, the remaining soldiers who had been taken prisoner were rescued by marines in Baghdad.

Lynch became the first American POW to be successfully rescued since World War II. Nearly 82,000 Americans are still missing in action today.

Since Iraq, Lynch continued her education, became a mother and teacher, starred in a film and wrote a book. She has dealt with adversity and overcome it with courage and strength – she is an inspiration to me and many others.
I recently had the opportunity to meet Mr. Ed Judd, a 95-year-old World War II veteran, at the Clarion Venango Forest Farm Bureau Picnic. What an amazing life of service, thank you!
Jeff Miller was named the 2023 Friend of the Fair at this year’s Clarion County Fair! For anyone who has attended the fair over the last 20 years, you would recognize Jeff, as he has been the voice of the fair during the announcements. Jeff, we thank you for all of your support to the fair throughout the years! If you have not made it to the fair yet this year, you have until Sunday, July 29!
Recently, I joined Venango County Commissioners Sam Breene, Mike Dulaney and Chip Abramovic; along with State Rep. Lee James and numerous staff members of the Veterans’ Administration for a ribbon cutting of the new VA Clinic right here in Cranberry Township in Venango County.

Following this ribbon cutting ceremony, we were provided a tour of the facility, where we were able to see where nearly 2,000 local veterans will be able to receive wonderful, affordable healthcare at their convenience. Thank you to the staff, for this opportunity and for all that you do to care for our veterans!

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