Schmitt, Ward: First Responders in the 79th District Awarded Grants
Several fire companies and emergency medical service providers that assist residents of the 79th Legislative District received nearly $90,000 in funding through the Office of the State Fire Commissioner’s Fire Company and Emergency Medical Service Grant Program, Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Blair) and Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) announced. [Read More]
Ward Issues Statement on Governor Shapiro’s 2025/26 Budget Proposal
Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) issued the following statement today regarding Governor Shapiro’s 2024/25 budget proposal: [Read More]
Leading Female Senators Take Charge, Introduce Save Women’s Sports Act
A group of female Republican senators introduced legislation – the Save Women’s Sports Act – barring men from competing in women’s sports and ensuring that women’s athletics are protected. [Read More]
Judy Ward Applauds Transportation Committee’s Passage of Bills to Modernize Vehicle Emissions Testing in Pennsylvania
Sen. Judy Ward (R-30), chair of the Senate Transportation Committee, today announced the passage of two key pieces of legislation that will reform Pennsylvania’s outdated Vehicle Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) program. [Read More]
Senators Call for Restoring Central Scranton Expressway Name Following Outcry Over Biden Commutation Decision
Sens. Lisa Baker (R-20), Judy Ward (R-30) and David Argall (R-29) today announced a joint effort to introduce legislation to restore the name of the Central Scranton Expressway. [Read More]
Ward, Barger Announce $3.6 Million in Funding for Critical Wastewater Infrastructure Projects in Blair County
Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) and Rep. Scott Barger (R-80) announced the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has approved more than $3.6 million in low-interest loans and grants for two vital wastewater infrastructure improvement projects in Blair County. [Read More]
Sen. Judy Ward Announces Committee Assignments for 2025-26 Legislative Session
Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) has been appointed to several key committees for the 2025-26 legislative session, most notably as chair of the Senate Transportation Committee, positioning her to play a vital role in shaping policies that impact Pennsylvania’s infrastructure, health care, governance and innovation. [Read More]
Ward Appointed Chair of the Senate Transportation Committee
Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39) has appointed Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) as chair of the Senate Transportation Committee for the 2025-26 legislative session. [Read More]