Ward Troubled by Shapiro Administration Decision to Implement Automatic Voter Registration
September 19, 2023

Ward Troubled by Shapiro Administration Decision to Implement Automatic Voter Registration

Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) today issued the following statement regarding the decision by Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration to implement automatic voter registration for those obtaining licenses or photo ID at PennDOT or photo license centers:  [Read More]

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September 18, 2023

Meeting to consider SB 210, SB 399 and SB 723

Senate Aging and Youth Committee | Tuesday, September 19, 2023 | 11 a.m. | Room 8E-A, East Wing   [Read More]

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August 8, 2023

Ward, Collett Lead Hearing on Critical Roles of Children’s Advocacy Centers

The Senate Aging and Youth Committee, chaired by state Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) and Sen. Maria Collett (D-12), held a hearing today to gather information about the critical roles played by children’s advocacy centers across Pennsylvania.  [Read More]

Ward to Host Senate Committee Hearing Tuesday  Highlighting Critical Roles of Children’s Advocacy Centers in PA
August 7, 2023

Ward to Host Senate Committee Hearing Tuesday Highlighting Critical Roles of Children’s Advocacy Centers in PA

State Sen. Judy Ward (R-30), as chair of the Senate Aging and Youth Committee, will host on Tuesday, Aug. 8, at 11 a.m. a hearing in Hearing Room 1 of the North Office Building, Harrisburg, to gather information and testimony about the critical roles played by children’s advocacy centers across Pennsylvania.  [Read More]

Ward Invites Residents to Town Hall about State’s Master Plan for Older Adults
July 28, 2023

Ward Invites Residents to Town Hall about State’s Master Plan for Older Adults

State Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) is inviting residents to join her Wednesday, Aug. 2, at 1 p.m. on the Penn State University Altoona campus to participate in a town hall meeting about Pennsylvania’s master plan for older adults.  [Read More]

Ward, Irvin Announce $186,000 for New Alexandria Borough Fire Truck
July 5, 2023

Ward, Irvin Announce $186,000 for New Alexandria Borough Fire Truck

Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) and Rep. Rich Irvin (R-81) today announced more than $186,000 in financing is being provided through the Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC) to the Alexandria Volunteer Fire Company to purchase a new fire truck.  [Read More]

Senator Judy Ward Issues Statement on 2023-2024 State Budget
June 30, 2023

Senator Judy Ward Issues Statement on 2023-2024 State Budget

Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) today voted for the balanced, on-time state budget approved by the Senate, which includes no new or increased taxes, would fund the core functions of government and provide $100 million for the new Pennsylvania Award for Student Success (PASS) Program she championed to provide scholarships to low-income families with students in the lowest performing schools. After voting for the budget bill, Ward issued the following statement:  [Read More]

Senate Approves Landmark Scholarship Legislation
June 29, 2023

Senate Approves Landmark Scholarship Legislation

The state Senate today approved landmark legislation containing language sponsored by Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) that would offer scholarships to students in the commonwealth’s lowest-performing schools so they can access better educational opportunities.  [Read More]

Meeting to consider HB 1300
June 26, 2023

Meeting to consider HB 1300

Senate Aging and Youth Committee | Tuesday, June 27, 2023 | 12:45 p.m. | Rules Committee Conference Room  [Read More]

Senate Approves Ward and Collett Bill to Protect Prescription Coverage for Social Security Recipients
June 19, 2023

Senate Approves Ward and Collett Bill to Protect Prescription Coverage for Social Security Recipients

The state Senate today approved legislation introduced by Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) and Sen. Maria Collett (D-12) that would ensure older Pennsylvanians do not lose access to two state prescription medication programs due to an increase in their Social Security payments.  [Read More]

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