Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) today issued the following statement following the Commonwealth Court’s ruling that entrance by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and state Environmental Quality Board (EQB), into the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) without legislative approval, violates the Pennsylvania Constitution: [Read More]
A bill introduced by Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) that would repeal an outdated law regulating the frozen dessert industry in Pennsylvania was approved by the state House. Rep. Parke Wentling (R-7), who introduced companion legislation – House Bill 953 – in the state House, was a strong supporter. [Read More]
The Senate Health and Human Services Committee today approved a bill introduced by Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) and Senator Maria Collett (D-12) that would enhance the availability and quality of health care for senior citizens in Pennsylvania. [Read More]
Many times, good governing and fiscal responsibility require balancing a multitude of interests and priorities. When the Senate voted on House Bill 1300, our proposal for this current budget’s Fiscal Code, I believed that bill did that prudently and responsibly. As the debate continues on how to best allocate all of the state’s resources, I will continue to prioritize programs to ensure the solvency of the Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) and the success of outdoor recreation and sportsmen activities. [Read More]
The Senate Law and Justice Committee today approved a bill introduced by Sen. Judy Ward (R-30), Senate Bill 882, that would expand wine and spirit options for customers at restaurants and taverns across Pennsylvania. [Read More]
HARRISBURG – The state Senate today approved a bill introduced by Sen. Judy Ward (R-30), Senate Bill 423, that would enable the state to hire more part-time fire instructors by removing a hurdle standing in the way. [Read More]
State Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) is inviting businesses and organizations that hold liquor licenses and offer small games of chance to join her at a workshop on Wednesday, October 18, from 6-8 p.m. at Tyrone Elks Lodge No. 212, 5496 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd., Tyrone. [Read More]
State Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) and state Rep. Rich Irvin (R-81) today announced state funding has been approved to rehabilitate Juniata Valley Park in Porter Township. [Read More]
The Strawberry Hills Soccer Complex in Logan Township received a $655,800 grant through the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) today to assist with bringing the sports facility near completion, said Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) and Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Blair). [Read More]
Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) today issued the following statement regarding the recent reports of sexual harassment by a former top executive staffer: [Read More]
