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Senator
Joe Picozzi
Pennsylvania's 5th District
Serving parts of Philadelphia County
Senator
Joe Picozzi
Pennsylvania's 5th District
Serving parts of Philadelphia County
Robinson, Picozzi, Pennycuick Bill to Establish Statewide Electrical Licensure Approved by Committee
June 3, 2026

Robinson, Picozzi, Pennycuick Bill to Establish Statewide Electrical Licensure Approved by Committee

Legislation sponsored by Sens. Devlin Robinson (R-37), Joe Picozzi (R-5) and Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) to establish a statewide licensure system for electrical contractors and electricians has been approved by the Senate’s Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee and now heads to the full Senate for consideration.  [Read More]

PA Should Uphold its Commitment to Retired First Responders
May 27, 2026

PA Should Uphold its Commitment to Retired First Responders

For decades, Pennsylvania’s police officers and firefighters have answered the call without hesitation.  [Read More]

Sen. Joe Picozzi: It’s time to get serious about expanding access to housing
May 18, 2026

Sen. Joe Picozzi: It’s time to get serious about expanding access to housing

Pennsylvania’s housing shortage is no longer a distant concern — it is a present and growing crisis.  [Read More]

Picozzi on the budget, public safety, education and more
May 10, 2026

Picozzi on the budget, public safety, education and more

State Sen. Joe Picozzi, elected in 2024, last year experienced his first budget battle in Harrisburg.  [Read More]

Housing in Focus in Harrisburg
May 8, 2026

Housing in Focus in Harrisburg

Housing stressors loom over Pennsylvanians of all ages; the Pennsylvania general assembly worked on solutions from many angles this week.  [Read More]

It’s Time to Get Serious About Expanding Access to Housing
May 6, 2026

It’s Time to Get Serious About Expanding Access to Housing

Pennsylvania’s housing shortage is no longer a distant concern—it is a present and growing crisis.  [Read More]

Senate Committee Approves Attainable Housing Package
May 6, 2026

Senate Committee Approves Attainable Housing Package

A package of legislation aimed at expanding access to attainable housing while preserving local control and neighborhood character has advanced out of the Senate Urban Affairs and Housing Committee, chaired by Senator Joe Picozzi (R-5).  [Read More]

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May 5, 2026

Meeting to consider SB 803, SB 1277, SB 1278, SB 1279 and SB 1281

Senate Urban Affairs & Housing Committee | Room 461, MCB   [Read More]

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April 2, 2026

Public hearing on deterring aggressive driving in Philadelphia

Senate Majority Policy Committee | The Community College of Philadelphia Northeast Regional Center, 12901 Townsend Rd., Philadelphia, PA  [Read More]

Robinson, Picozzi, Pennycuick Introduce Legislation to Establish Statewide Licensure for Electrical Contractors and Electricians
April 1, 2026

Robinson, Picozzi, Pennycuick Introduce Legislation to Establish Statewide Licensure for Electrical Contractors and Electricians

Sens. Devlin Robinson (R-37), Joe Picozzi (R-5), and Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) announced the introduction of legislation to establish statewide licensure requirements for electrical contractors and electricians, a move aimed at improving worker safety, ensuring quality workmanship, and protecting consumers.  [Read More]

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