Senator Pat Browne - Pennsylvania's 16th District

Welcome and thank you for taking the time to visit my website. As state Senator for the 16th District, this site is designed to serve my constituents in parts of Lehigh, Monroe and Northampton Counties. I want to bring you the latest news and information from the State Capitol in Harrisburg as well as information on state agencies and government services available to you.

This site will be updated frequently to assure that the information you need and request is only a click away. Here you can find out what is going on in Harrisburg, the status of legislation, what brochures and pamphlets are available through the state, plus much more.

Please feel free to contact any of my offices for more information or for assistance.

I welcome any suggestions you may have to improve this website or any additions you would like to see on it. I hope you find this website informative and helpful and that you return often.

Recent News

May 7, 2008 - Committee Approves Browne Bill to Open Spending Records

April 24, 2008 - Free Application for Federal Student Aid Deadline for College-Bound Pennsylvania Students Approaching

April 23, 2008 - Sen. Browne Bill Would Open Spending Records to Public

April 9, 2008 - Finance Committee Approves Tax Credits for Volunteers

April 7, 2008 - Persian Gulf Vets Can Now Apply for Bonuses

April 2008 - "The Browne Report" features the Lehigh Valley IronPigs & Coca-Cola Park

March 11, 2008 - Senate Approves Mortgage Reform Bills

March 6, 2008 - During the budget hearing for the Department of Community and Economic Development, Senator Pat Browne comments on the proposed economic stimulus package.

March 5, 2008 - Senator Pat Browne and Senator Jake Corman (R-34) comment on the Costing Out Study for education during this budget hearing.
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State Senator Pat Browne tells Revenue Secretary Thomas Wolf how the Commonwealth can become more business-friendly during the Department of Revenue budget hearing.

March 3, 2008 - Speaking to Pennsylvania Adjutant General Jessica Wright, Senator Pat Browne outlines the need for a cabinet-level position for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs during today's budget hearings.

March 3, 2008 - nowU Helps Families Prepare for College Costs

February 29, 2008 - Legislature Must Carefully Study Budget Proposal

February 28, 2008 - Senator Pat Browne addresses funding concerns with the State Food Purchase Program during today's budget hearings.

February 27, 2008 - Senator Pat Browne expresses concern that certain electronic card games are stretching the letter of the law during budget hearings.

February 26, 2008 - During budget hearings, Senator Pat Browne debates funding for “Cover All Pennsylvanians” with Acting Insurance Commissioner Joel Ario.

Senator Browne discusses privatization issues with LCB Chairman Patrick Stapleton.

February 25, 2008 - Senator Pat Browne comments to Auditor General Jack Wagner on the need to continue economic development and job creation efforts in the Commonwealth.

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