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During session, Senator Rafferty speaks in support of House Bill 2533, the Revictimization Relief Act.
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Nesting Pennsylvania Bald Eagles
The Pennsylvania Game Commission has launched a live stream from a bald-eagle nest near Codorus State Park in Hanover, York
County. More
Specialty License Plates Honoring Veterans
Pennsylvania veterans can apply now for specialty license plates designed to recognize service members who earned special recognition in the U.S. military. The new series of military-themed plates recognizes the sacrifices of our veterans for their service in combat. More
DUI Laws
Legislation that would close a loophole in current state law that has allowed repeat DUI offenders to avoid tougher penalties had been passed by the Senate.
Rafferty Speaks at Rally to Support Crime Victims
Senator Rafferty speaks at a Capitol event a day after convicted cop-killer Mumia Abu-Jamal gave a recorded address to about 20 graduates at Goddard College in Plainfield.
He offered his support for House Bill 2533, which would allow a victim to go to court for an injunction against "conduct which perpetuates the continuing effects of the crime on the victim."
Senate Transportation Committee Approves DRPA Reform Measures
The Senate Transportation Committee approved two measures sponsored by its Chairman Senator John Rafferty (R-44) that are part of a bi-state legislative package intended to bring greater transparency and accountability to the Delaware River Port Authority. More
September 16, 2014
During session, Senator Rafferty discusses legislation that would strengthen penalties for DUI in Pennsylvania.
Rafferty, AG Host Child Protection Roundtable
Senator John Rafferty, Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane, agents from the Child Predator Section, and Representative Mike Vereb (R-150) met with local, county and state law enforcement stakeholders to discuss efforts to combat child predators and unveil a new state forensics truck. More
New Arson Law Will Provide Tougher Penalties, Stronger Protections
Senator John Rafferty outlines tougher arson penalties during a news conference at the Thorndale Fire Company.
511 PA – Travel Info to Go
A new, free 511PA mobile application provides audio alerts of traffic incidents and backups – so you can keep your hands and eyes on the road!
Alerts can be tailored for your travel with a radius of up to 500 miles. The hands-free/eyes-free application plays audio alerts with traffic incidents or slowdowns in your travel area.
Click Here for more information and links to download the app.
Comprehensive Transportation Funding Legislation Passed
Pennsylvania moves into the 21st Century. More
