The state Senate today approved a bill including a proposal introduced by Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) that would enable students from low-income families currently trapped in underperforming schools to access a better education. [Read More]
Two state senators are teaming up to introduce a proposed constitutional amendment to clarify the Senate of Pennsylvania’s role to advise and consent to nominations made by the state’s chief executive. [Read More]
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]
Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) today issued the following statement regarding the Shapiro administration’s decision to end the Department of Human Services contract with the Real Alternatives program: [Read More]
Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) issued the following statement today regarding the Senate’s signing of the 2023/24 General Appropriation bill, HB 611: [Read More]
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]
State Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) today announced residents in Hollidaysburg and Bellwood Borough will benefit from a combined $9.6 million in funding for water and sewer system repairs. [Read More]
Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) today issued the following statement regarding Gov. Josh Shapiro’s decision to veto funding for the Pennsylvania Award for Student Success (PASS) program: [Read More]
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]
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]
