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Hutchinson Bill to Streamline State Government, Reduce Bureaucratic Inefficiency Approved by Senate
October 28, 2025

Hutchinson Bill to Streamline State Government, Reduce Bureaucratic Inefficiency Approved by Senate

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Scott Hutchinson (R-21) to streamline state government operations by eliminating outdated, unnecessary and inactive boards, commissions and advisory committees was passed by the Senate this week. The measure reaffirms Hutchinson’s commitment to responsible spending, efficient government and prioritizing taxpayer spending on essential government functions.  [Read More]

Senator Scott Hutchinson to Host Free License Plate Replacement Event
August 6, 2025

Senator Scott Hutchinson to Host Free License Plate Replacement Event

Senator Scott Hutchinson is hosting a free license plate replacement event to help residents whose plates are damaged or illegible. The event will take place on Wednesday, August 13, from 3 to 5 p.m. at his Oil City District Office located at 229 Elm Street, Oil City, PA 16301.  [Read More]

Senator Hutchinson Applauds Passage and Signing of CPA Licensure Reform Bill
July 1, 2025

Senator Hutchinson Applauds Passage and Signing of CPA Licensure Reform Bill

Senator Scott Hutchinson (R-21) today announced that his legislation to strengthen Pennsylvania’s accounting profession and address the growing shortage of certified public accountants (CPAs) has officially been signed into law as Act 27 of 2025.  [Read More]

Senate Bill 719 Passes Pennsylvania Senate with Strong Bipartisan Support
June 11, 2025

Senate Bill 719 Passes Pennsylvania Senate with Strong Bipartisan Support

Senator Scott Hutchinson (R-21), Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee and prime sponsor of Senate Bill 719, today announced the successful passage of the legislation in the Pennsylvania Senate, marking a critical step toward addressing the Commonwealth’s certified public accountant (CPA) shortage.  [Read More]

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February 4, 2025

Hutchinson Statement on Gov. Shapiro’s Proposed Spending Plan

State Sen. Scott Hutchinson (R-21) issued the following statement following today’s state budget address by Gov. Josh Shapiro:  [Read More]

Hutchinson Reappointed to Key Senate Committees
January 14, 2025

Hutchinson Reappointed to Key Senate Committees

Sen. Scott Hutchinson (R-21) will remain a member of the Senate committees on which he sat during the previous legislative session. Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39) today announced committee assignments for the Senate Republican Caucus.   [Read More]

Senate Committee Urges Action on Vacant Commonwealth Properties
January 10, 2025

Senate Committee Urges Action on Vacant Commonwealth Properties

Yesterday, the Senate Majority Policy Committee held its first hearing of the 2025-2026 legislative session in Hamburg, PA, to discuss the future of certain Commonwealth properties, including the Polk State Center, that are closed and vacant.  [Read More]

Hutchinson Takes Oath of Office, Appointed Chairman of Senate Finance Committee
January 8, 2025

Hutchinson Takes Oath of Office, Appointed Chairman of Senate Finance Committee

Yesterday, Sen. Scott E. Hutchinson took the oath of office as state senator for the 21st District as both chambers of the Pennsylvania General Assembly convened at the state capitol to reorganize and swear in newly elected members. The 21st District includes all or parts of six counties in northwest Pennsylvania: Butler, Clarion, Erie, Forest, Venango, and Warren. He has represented the 21st District since 2013.  [Read More]

Hutchinson Honored as ‘Guardian of Small Business’
October 24, 2024

Hutchinson Honored as ‘Guardian of Small Business’

Sen. Scott E. Hutchinson (R-21) was recently chosen by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) as one of its 10 “Guardians of Small Business” for the Pennsylvania General Assembly’s 2023-24 legislative session.  [Read More]

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October 9, 2024

Hutchinson’s Improvement of State Tax Appeals Process to Become Law

Following today’s approval by the Pennsylvania Senate, legislation that would improve the Pennsylvania Board of Finance and Revenue (BF&R) tax appeals process will be signed into law, said bill sponsor Sen. Scott Hutchinson (R-21).  [Read More]

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