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Senator
Chris Gebhard
Pennsylvania's 48th District
Serving Lebanon, Berks, and Lancaster Counties
Senator
Chris Gebhard
Pennsylvania's 48th District
Serving Lebanon, Berks, and Lancaster Counties
Senate Committee Advances Gebhard Bill to Protect Seniors from Financial Exploitation
July 8, 2026

Senate Committee Advances Gebhard Bill to Protect Seniors from Financial Exploitation

Sens. Chris Gebhard (R-48) and Sharif Street (D-3) announced Senate Banking and Insurance Committee passage of legislation they introduced to update Pennsylvania’s Older Adult Protective Services Act to better protect seniors and prevent financial abuse and scams.  [Read More]

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June 29, 2026

Meeting to consider SB 738 HB 1123

Senate Banking & Insurance Committee | Room 8E-B, East Wing  [Read More]

Sen. Chris Gebhard and Treasurer Stacy Garrity Unveil Legislation to Expand Eligibility and Enhance PA ABLE Account Access for Disabled Veterans
June 23, 2026

Sen. Chris Gebhard and Treasurer Stacy Garrity Unveil Legislation to Expand Eligibility and Enhance PA ABLE Account Access for Disabled Veterans

Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) introduced legislation today to expand eligibility for Pennsylvania’s real estate tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans by excluding contributions made to PA ABLE accounts and clarifying that any earnings and qualified distributions from PA ABLE accounts are not subject to income calculations used to determine eligibility for the exemption.  [Read More]

Gebhard Bill to Improve Student Vision Exams Passed by Senate Education Committee
June 9, 2026

Gebhard Bill to Improve Student Vision Exams Passed by Senate Education Committee

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) to strengthen the effectiveness of eye health exams in Pennsylvania schools was passed by the Senate Education Committee today.  [Read More]

Gebhard Urges Bipartisan Action to Protect Seniors from Financial Abuse
June 1, 2026

Gebhard Urges Bipartisan Action to Protect Seniors from Financial Abuse

Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) is highlighting efforts by state government and the private sector to adopt proactive solutions that protect seniors from the growing problem of elder financial exploitation.  [Read More]

Pennsylvania State Senate Honors America 250 with Ceremonial Gathering in Philadelphia
May 7, 2026

Pennsylvania State Senate Honors America 250 with Ceremonial Gathering in Philadelphia

The Pennsylvania State Senate held a ceremonial gathering Tuesday at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia to honor America’s 250th birthday, said Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48).  [Read More]

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May 4, 2026

Meeting to consider SB 1321

Senate Banking & Insurance Committee | Room 8E-A, East Wing   [Read More]

Data Centers
April 21, 2026

Data Centers

With the influx of data centers being proposed across Pennsylvania, including one in South Annville Township, I have heard from many constituents who are concerned about the impact this new industry could have on their communities.  [Read More]

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March 31, 2026

Joint public hearing to explore blockchain, virtual currency, and the protections offered in Senate Bill 1015

Joint Senate Banking & Insurance Committee and Communications & Technology Committee | Hearing Room 1, NOB   [Read More]

Senate Approves Robinson, Gebhard Bill to Improve Treatments for Cancer, ALS, Parkinson’s Disease in Pennsylvania
March 24, 2026

Senate Approves Robinson, Gebhard Bill to Improve Treatments for Cancer, ALS, Parkinson’s Disease in Pennsylvania

Legislation to improve treatment access and outcomes for cancer, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and other serious conditions in Pennsylvania was unanimously passed by the state Senate, according to the bill’s sponsors Sens. Devlin Robinson (R-37) and Chris Gebhard (R-48).  [Read More]

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