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
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 Disappointed by the Shapiro Administration’s Decision to End Department of Human Services’ Real Alternatives Contract
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]
Ward Issues Statement on the Senate Signing of 23/24 General Appropriation bill
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]
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]
Low-income Students in Failing Schools Deserve a PASS
Governor Shapiro recently reneged on his support for the Pennsylvania Award for Student Success (PASS) program, leaving students set to benefit from this lifeline desperately trapped in schools that are failing them. [Read More]
Ward Announces $9.6 Million in Funding for Hollidaysburg and Bellwood Borough Water Projects
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]
Ward Disappointed by Governor Shapiro’s Decision to Veto Funding for Pennsylvania Award for Student Success Program
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]
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
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
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]
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]