Ward Announces Investment to Enhance Broadband Access in Mifflin County
Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) today announced the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) has awarded a more than $1.6 million grant to Mifflin County to bolster internet access in the community. [Read More]
Ward and Collett Bill Enabling Better Service at Long-Term Care Facilities Heads to the Governor’s Desk
The Senate today approved a bill introduced by Sens. Judy Ward (R-30) and Maria Collett (D-12) that would enhance the availability and quality of service at long-term care facilities in Pennsylvania, sending it to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s desk to be signed into law. [Read More]
Senate Approves Ward, Yaw Bill Exempting Milk Haulers from Travel Bans
The state Senate today approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) and Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) that would exempt milk haulers from travel bans imposed during a declaration of disaster emergency. [Read More]
Schmitt, Ward: Blair County History Centers Awarded Funding
ALTOONA – Two history centers in Blair County received a combined $27,600 through the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC), Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Altoona) and Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) announced. “Altoona, and the whole of Blair County, has a rich history well-worthy of preserving for future generations,” Schmitt said. “The funding awarded today will be […] [Read More]
Ward Invites Senior Citizens, Caretakers to Senior Expo
Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) invites senior citizens, their caretakers and family members to attend her Senior Expo Thursday, Aug. 1, from 10 a.m. to noon, at the Reedsville Fire Company, 16 state Route 655, Reedsville. [Read More]
Ward Announces $5.8 Million for Frankstown Township Sewer Project
Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) today announced more than $5.8 million in state funding has been awarded for a sewer main project in Frankstown Township, Blair County. [Read More]
Senate Approves Bill to Protect Pennsylvanians’ Access to Community Pharmacies
The state Senate today approved a bill introduced by Representative Benham (D-36) and Representative Gaydos (R-44) to protect Pennsylvanians’ access to medications by providing relief to community pharmacies threatened by pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). Senators Judy Ward (R-30) and Christine Tartaglione (D-2) sponsored the Senate version of this legislation, Senate Bill 1000. [Read More]
Ward Bill to Optimize Professional Ongoing Education Tracking System Approved by Senate
The process for tracking continuing education requirements for licensed Pennsylvania professionals would be streamlined and improved under a bill introduced by Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) that was approved today by the state Senate. [Read More]
Senate Approves Ward, Collett Bill to Strengthen Child Sexual Abuse Laws
The state Senate today approved two bills introduced by Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) and Sen. Maria Collett (D-12) that would strengthen Pennsylvania laws related to child pornography and child sexual abuse. [Read More]
Reforms Needed to Lower Prescription Costs for Pennsylvania Pharmacies, Families
By Sen. Judy Ward (R-30), Sen. Christine Tartaglione (D-2), Rep. Jessica Benham (D-36) and Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-44) It’s hard to believe that right now, in the 21st century, countless Pennsylvanians are losing access to affordable prescription drugs. But that’s exactly what’s happening as more and more community pharmacies are being forced to close their […] [Read More]
Ward Invites Residents to Participate in April 30 Telephone Town Hall Meeting
State Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) invites residents of the 30th Senate District to participate in a telephone town hall meeting she will host Tuesday, April 30, at 6 p.m. [Read More]
Ward Announces $2.55 Million for Farm Wastewater Project in Warriors Mark
State Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) today announced $2.55 million in state funding has been awarded for a wastewater project at a farm in Warriors Mark, Huntingdon County. [Read More]