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 Scott Hutchinson (R-21) to streamline state government operations by eliminating outdated, unnecessary and inactive boards, commissions and advisory committees was passed by the Senate this week.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
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
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
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]
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
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]