Pennycuick Tapped To Head Senate Communication & Technology Committee

HARRISBURG, PA – State Sen. Tracy Pennycuick, a Republican representing eastern Berks County and northern Montgomery County has been tapped to serve as majority chairwoman of the Senate Communications and Technology Committee.

“This forward-looking committee is designed to keep Pennsylvania at the forefront of communications and related technologies through the review and consideration of legislation to improve access to high-speed internet services across the entire Commonwealth, Pennycuick said.
“It also considers ways to improve and make more efficient the state’s information technology policies, practices and procedures.”

Pennycuick said she looks forward to working with her co-chairman, Sen. Jimmy Dillon, a Philadelphia Democrat, and Vice Chairwoman Phillips-Hill, a York County Republican, in expanding access to world-class broadband and 5g networks while ensuring protection of personal information.

“Now, more than ever, our economy and our residents rely upon these systems in almost every facet of their lives, from employment to educating our children. I am honored to have been selected to lead this committee."

Pennycuick will also serve in a leadership capacity on the Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee, in the role of vice chairwoman.

The committee oversees a broad range of issues affecting firefighters, emergency medical services personnel, emergency management officials, members of the active military and veterans.

“As a proud veteran, I am honored to serve on the Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee, giving our brave men and women another voice in Harrisburg,” Pennycuick said. “I look forward to advancing a wide range of issues that will impact those who have or are currently serving our nation, whether in our country’s armed forces or emergency services.”

Additionally, Pennycuick will serve on the Senate Appropriations Committee, charged with crafting and negotiating the state’s budget and evaluating bills based on their fiscal impact on the Commonwealth. This committee plays a central role in ensuring that tax dollars are spent wisely and effectively.

Pennycuick also was appointed to serve on the Senate Aging and Youth Committee, Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee, Finance Committee and Judiciary Committee.

More information about the state senator is available here.