MADD, Rafferty Call for Tighter Ignition Interlock Law

Senator John Rafferty joins colleagues and members of MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) to show support for Senate Bill 290, which would require ignition interlock devices on the vehicles of certain first-time DUI offenders. More

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

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

 Investing in PA's Transportation Infrastructure

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Senate Committee Passes Rafferty DRPA Reform Bills

February 24, 2015

The Senate Appropriations Committee today approved two measures sponsored by 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.[...Read More]

Battle of Iwo Jima

February 23, 2015

During session, Senator Rafferty remarks on the 70th anniversary of the raising of the American flag atop Mount Suribachi during the Battle of Iwo Jima.
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Statement by Senator John Rafferty (R-44) on Gov. Wolf’s Decision to Implement a Moratorium on Pennsylvania Death Penalty

February 17, 2015

Last Friday when Governor Wolf granted Terrance Williams a reprieve and imposed a moratorium on the death penalty in the Commonwealth I, like many, was extremely disappointed and saddened by his executive action.[...Read More]