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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
Pennsylvania Must Act Now to Protect Victims and Families of Violent Criminals
June 29, 2026

Pennsylvania Must Act Now to Protect Victims and Families of Violent Criminals

In 2007, Bryan Kocis, was brutally murdered by two men who broke into his home, slit his throat and nearly decapitated him with a knife, stabbed him 28 times in the torso, and then set a fire to cover up the horrific murder. Prior to trial, and in exchange for his testimony against his co-conspirator, the family gave the prosecutor their blessing to allow one of the defendants, Joseph Kerekes, to plead guilty to second degree murder and be sentenced to life without the possibility of parole.  [Read More]

PICOZZI FIGHTS TO PROTECT EITC AND OSTC PROGRAMS FOR PENNSYLVANIA FAMILIES
June 23, 2026

PICOZZI FIGHTS TO PROTECT EITC AND OSTC PROGRAMS FOR PENNSYLVANIA FAMILIES

Today, Senator Joe Picozzi (R-5) voiced strong opposition to House Bill 2632, legislation passed by the House of Representatives that would significantly alter Pennsylvania’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) and Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit (OSTC) programs.  [Read More]

Op-Ed: Pennsylvania families deserve education options
June 23, 2026

Op-Ed: Pennsylvania families deserve education options

We can all agree that few things are more important to a child's growth and future success than attending a school that provides a nurturing environment and an excellent education. In the Great Northeast, we are fortunate to have excellent public and private schools. As a state Senator, I support educational opportunities of all kinds.  [Read More]

Picozzi Bill to Modernize Commercial Security Passes Senate
June 10, 2026

Picozzi Bill to Modernize Commercial Security Passes Senate

Legislation sponsored by Senator Joe Picozzi (R-5) to establish clear statewide standards for electrified security systems used by commercial and industrial properties has passed the Pennsylvania Senate.  [Read More]

Meeting to consider SB 746, SB 1299, SB 1374 and HB 1250
June 8, 2026

Meeting to consider SB 746, SB 1299, SB 1374 and HB 1250

Senate Urban Affairs and Housing Committee | Rules Committee, Conference Room  [Read More]

Senate Passes Attainable Housing Package
June 4, 2026

Senate Passes Attainable Housing Package

A package of legislation aimed at expanding access to attainable housing while preserving neighborhood control and neighborhood character passed the Pennsylvania Senate today, marking a significant step forward in addressing the Commonwealth’s growing housing shortage.  [Read More]

Philadelphia Officials, Advocates Call for Stronger Law Enforcement Response, Traffic Calming Measures to Deter Aggressive Driving
April 7, 2026

Philadelphia Officials, Advocates Call for Stronger Law Enforcement Response, Traffic Calming Measures to Deter Aggressive Driving

Law enforcements agencies, transportation officials and community advocates discussed initiatives to discourage aggressive driving and make roads safer for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists at a public hearing of the Senate Majority Policy Committee today. Sen. Joe Picozzi (R-5) invited the committee, chaired by Sen. Dave Argall (R-29), to northeast Philadelphia to hear about the dangers confronting his constituents and successful efforts already underway that have reduced crashes and fatalities.  [Read More]

Growth at Self Help
April 7, 2026

Growth at Self Help

Self Help Movement, an alcohol and drug residential treatment facility at 2600 Southampton Road, last week hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate $10 million in renovations and expansion.  [Read More]

Leading Star of Hope for 40 years
April 7, 2026

Leading Star of Hope for 40 years

The Star of Hope Baptist Church community gathered at the Philadelphia Ballroom to celebrate the Rev. Hubert Barnes’ 40 years as pastor.  [Read More]

Philly bars to stay open late for World Cup, America’s 250th under new bill
April 7, 2026

Philly bars to stay open late for World Cup, America’s 250th under new bill

As America 250 and World Cup events begin, Philadelphia will be able to extend the festivities late into the night thanks to a new bill.  [Read More]

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