Picozzi to Discuss VICTIM Act to Help Solve Violent Crimes
Sen. Joe Picozzi (R-5) will hold a news conference to discuss his legislation, Senate Bill 911, the Violent Incident Clearance and Technological Investigative Methods (VICTIM) Act. The measure is designed to increase clearance rates for homicides and other violent crimes by providing law enforcement with additional tools. | Watch Live [Read More]
Picozzi-Backed DNA Collection Bill Clears Committee
Today, legislation championed by Senator Joe Picozzi (SD-5) to help protect the public from serial offenders and to assist law enforcement in closing cold cases passed the Senate Law and Justice Committee. [Read More]
Senate Approves Picozzi Sponsored Bill to Help Prevent Catalytic Converter Thefts
The state Senate has passed legislation cosponsored by Sen. Joe Picozzi to address the alarming rise in catalytic converter and scrap metal thefts affecting communities across the Commonwealth – including families and businesses in Northeast Philadelphia. [Read More]
State Senators Announce SEPTA Express Trains Restored for Eagles Home Opener
Senators Frank Farry (R-6), Tracy Pennycuick (R-24), and Joe Picozzi (R-5) are pleased to announce that SEPTA’s special express trains will run for the Eagles home opener tomorrow night, September 4. SEPTA and the Philadelphia Eagles were able to secure a sponsorship deal with FanDuel to cover the costs. [Read More]
Senator Joe Picozzi Honors 11-Year-Old Trey Howard on Senate Floor for Heroic Actions Following Plane Crash
Senator Joe Picozzi delivered remarks on the Senate floor honoring 11-year-old Andre “Trey” Howard of Northeast Philadelphia, whose extraordinary bravery following a recent plane crash captured the heart of the Commonwealth. [Read More]
Senate Adopts Resolution Establishing Task Force on Law Enforcement Recruitment and Retention
The Senate adopted a resolution sponsored by Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) and Sen. Joe Picozzi (R-5) that establishes a task force on the recruitment and retention of law enforcement personnel in Pennsylvania. [Read More]