HARRISBURG, PA – नवंबर 13, 2024 – The Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Caucus today elected its leadership team for the 2025-26 legislative session.

The Senate Democratic Caucus also proudly welcomes two new members: Senator Patty Kim representing Senate District 15, and Senator Nick Pisciottano, who succeeds Senator Jim Brewster in representing Senate District 45.  

The new and returning members elected the following Caucus Leadership Team:

  • Leader – Jay Costa, Jr.
  • Caucus Whip – Tina Tartaglione
  • Appropriations Committee Chair – Vincent Hughes
  • Caucus Chair – Maria Collett
  • Caucus Secretary – Steve Santarsiero
  • Policy Committee Chair – Nick Miller
  • Administrator – Judy Schwank

“I am honored and humbled to announce that I will be serving as the Leader of the PA Senate Democratic Caucus for the next two years,” said Senator Jay Costa. “I’d like to thank my fellow Democratic senators for entrusting me with this responsibility. I look forward to the fight ahead.”

“I’m honored that my Caucus colleagues have elected me to serve as the Caucus Chair,” said Senator Maria Collett. “I look forward to bringing my perspectives, openness, and integrity that my constituents and colleagues alike have come to know back to the leadership table in this new role.”

Learn more about the PA Senate Democrats’ commitment to fighting for every Pennsylvanian here.

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