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SUMMARY:Policy Pulse Speaker Series | August 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Policy Pulse Speaker Series offers a monthly forum where officials from all levels of government\, as well as leaders of business advocacy groups\, discuss the current public policy landscape. Join us for engaging discussions led by distinguished speakers as they discuss their policy priorities relative to those of the regional business community\, analyze pressing issues\, and offer insights into the impact of public policy on the region and the Commonwealth. From local to national perspectives\, each meeting promises to spark meaningful dialogue and broaden perspectives on the ever-evolving realm of public policy. \nAugust SpeakerState Sen.Tracy Pennycuick (R-24th District)Chair\, Communications and Technology CommitteeSen. Pennycuick is one of Harrisburg's leading voices on technology policy. As Chair of the Senate Communications and Technology Committee\, she is at the center of the policy debates surrounding Pennsylvania's rapidly growing data center industry. Join us as Sen. Pennycuick shares her perspective on data centers and what their growth means for Pennsylvania's economy\, energy grid\, and communities.\nAbout Sen. Pennycuick Sen. Tracy Pennycuick was elected to the Pennsylvania Senate in 2022. She represents the 24th District\, which includes parts of Berks and Montgomery counties. She has been a champion for advancing legislative initiatives to create jobs\, support our veterans and law enforcement\, improve education\, and stop excessive government spending.She serves as the Chair of the Communications and Technology Committee and Vice Chair of the Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness Committee\, as well as a member of the Aging & Youth\, Appropriations\, Finance\, Judiciary and Law and Justice committees. She also serves on the PA Military Community Enhancement Commission\, PA National Guard Youth Challenge Advisory Board\, PA Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority\, and the Advisory Council for the Southeastern Veterans' Center.As Chair of the Communications and Technology Committee\, she is committed to fostering innovation while protecting Pennsylvanians from disinformation and digital threats.Prior to being elected to the Senate\, she served the 147th House District in the General Assembly in 2020.Sen. Pennycuick served in the U.S. Army\, both active and reserves\, for 26 years. Upon retirement as a Lieutenant Colonel\, she started a small business in aviation consulting. In addition to consulting\, she served three years as the Director of Veterans Affairs for Montgomery County. She continues to serve on various veteran boards in the community.\nSponsored by RETTEW
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The Policy Pulse Speaker Series offers a monthly forum where officials from all levels of government\, as well as leaders of business advocacy groups\, discuss the current public policy landscape. Join us for engaging discussions led by distinguished speakers as they discuss their policy priorities relative to those of the regional business community\, analyze pressing issues\, and offer insights into the impact of public policy on the region and the Commonwealth. From local to national perspectives\, each meeting promises to spark meaningful dialogue and broaden perspectives on the ever-evolving realm of public policy. \;
August Speaker
State Sen.Tracy Pennycuick (R-24th District)
Chair\, Communications and Technology Committee
Sen. Pennycuick is one of Harrisburg'\;s leading voices on technology policy. As Chair of the Senate Communications and Technology Committee\, she is at the center of the policy debates surrounding Pennsylvania'\;s rapidly growing data center industry. Join us as Sen. Pennycuick shares her perspective on data centers and what their growth means for Pennsylvania'\;s economy\, energy grid\, and communities.
About Sen. Pennycuick
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick was elected to the Pennsylvania Senate in 2022. She represents the 24th District\, which includes parts of Berks and Montgomery counties. She has been a champion for advancing legislative initiatives to create jobs\, support our veterans and law enforcement\, improve education\, and stop excessive government spending.
She serves as the Chair of the Communications and Technology Committee and Vice Chair of the Veterans Affairs &\; Emergency Preparedness Committee\, as well as a member of the Aging &\; Youth\, Appropriations\, Finance\, Judiciary and Law and Justice committees. She also serves on the PA Military Community Enhancement Commission\, PA National Guard Youth Challenge Advisory Board\, PA Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority\, and the Advisory Council for the Southeastern Veterans&rsquo\; Center.
As Chair of the Communications and Technology Committee\, she is committed to fostering innovation while protecting Pennsylvanians from disinformation and digital threats.
Prior to being elected to the Senate\, she served the 147th House District in the General Assembly in 2020.
Sen. Pennycuick served in the U.S. Army\, both active and reserves\, for 26 years. Upon retirement as a Lieutenant Colonel\, she started a small business in aviation consulting. In addition to consulting\, she served three years as the Director of Veterans Affairs for Montgomery County. She continues to serve on various veteran boards in the community.
Sponsored by RETTEW
LOCATION:3211 North Front Street Suite 201 Harrisburg PA 17110
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