Pennsylvania lawmakers have weighed in on political violence and personal safety in Harrisburg this week-- following the targeted shooting that killed a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband over the weekend.

Minnesota State Rep. Melissa Hortman, and her husband, were shot and killed on Saturday in a targeted incident. Another Minnesota state senator and his wife were also shot by the same suspect on the same day.

Pennsylvania has had its fair share of political violence in the past year— an arson attack on the governor in April and the assassination attempt on President Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania last summer. This shooting targeted lower profile officials, and hit closer to home for Pennsylvania state representatives and senators.

The Pennsylvania House held a moment of silence during session this week. House Speaker Rep. Joanna McClinton, a Philadelphia Democrat, had a personal connection with Hortman— who was also a house speaker at one point in Minnesota.

Party leaders gave remarks on the political violence and lawmakers responsibility to reflect the good character of the citizens they represent.

"Now is an opportunity for us to stand together in condemning these cowardly acts of political violence,” McClinton said, "and to commit to treating each other with dignity and respect."

"We understand that the work that we do is of utmost importance,” said Rep. Jesse Topper, the Republican leader in the House. “And that the differences that we face in terms of policy and politics do not overcome the relationships that we have built with one another."

The incident also sparked review and reminder of safety protocols in the state. Several emails went out to officials and staff about security contacts, and what to do if they feel unsafe.

Pennsylvania has state capitol police, security for the House, and security for the Senate. Lawmakers have been urged to coordinate with local law enforcement in their distracts if they have concerns about safety in their district offices and homes.

State representatives have also proposed legislation to address violence against political figures. Democratic Rep. Josh Siegel plans to introduce legislation that increases the penalty for crimes of violence against public officials in Pennsylvania.

Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta, a Philadelphia Democrat who recently confirmed his place as vice-chair of the Democratic National Committee, has legislation to let political candidates use campaign funds to pay for security.