State Sen. Judy Ward Invites Residents to Participate in Telephone Town Hall Meeting
State Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) has extended an invitation to residents of the 30th Senate District to take part in a telephone town hall meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 30, at 6 p.m. Ward expressed her enthusiasm for engaging with constituents, stating, "I encourage district residents to join the phone call and participate in the discussion. I enjoy hearing from constituents about some of the most important issues they face. I am looking forward to answering their questions and providing information about current state government-related topics."During the event, Ward...
Hours Extended at Topper’s McConnellsburg Office
On April 24, 2024, Rep. Jesse Topper's McConnellsburg office in Bedford has announced extended hours to better serve residents. The office, located at 421 Lincoln Way East, will now be open through the lunch hour starting in May. The new hours will be from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, with the office being closed on Fridays.Representative Jesse Topper highlighted the reason behind the extended hours, stating, "As more and more people stop by the office over the lunch hour, it made sense to keep it open to assist more people with state-related issues."Aside from...
Ward, Schmitt Announce $7.5 million in Funding for Altoona Water Project
State Sen. Judy Ward and Representative Lou Schmitt have revealed that $7.5 million in state funding has been allocated for a waterline replacement project in Altoona. The project aims to replace 15,000 feet of cast-iron waterline along Logan Boulevard, originally installed in the mid-1950s. The aging pipeline is prone to breaking and leaking, leading to service outages and significant water losses. The Altoona Water Authority reported an average unaccounted-for water loss of 35% in 2019.“This is an example of state government working with local partners to deliver clean...
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Schmitt: Blair County to Receive Internet Upgrades Thanks to Grant
ALTOONA – Blair County will see improved high-speed internet thanks to a grant of more than $1.8 million approved by the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA), Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Altoona) announced."This funding will help increase internet capabilities and reliability for Blair County residents," stated Schmitt. "In a world of connectivity, this improvement to our overall infrastructure package should help attract more people and businesses to the area."In addition to the $1.8 million solely for Blair County, companies that supply the internet to the...
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Irvin to Host 2024 Senior Expo April 11
Rep. Rich Irvin of the Franklin/Huntingdon area has announced that he will be hosting the 2024 Senior Expo on April 11 at the Smithfield Fire Hall in Huntingdon. The event, running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., aims to cater to the needs of senior citizens and their caregivers."I invite all area senior citizens and their caregivers to attend this annual event, which includes lots of materials and information on health, financial matters, state programs, volunteer opportunities and much more geared specifically for older adults. There will also be raffle prize drawings, live...
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Dr. Joyce Votes to Cut Wasteful Spending, Support PA-13
Washington, DC – Today, Congressman John Joyce, M.D. (PA-13) voted in favor of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024, which aims to reduce funding for certain government agencies while prioritizing veterans' healthcare and projects in Pennsylvania’s 13th Congressional District.In a statement, Congressman Joyce expressed his commitment to fiscal responsibility and supporting essential priorities, stating, “Since coming to Congress, I’ve fought to rein in government spending while protecting the priorities that matter most to the men and women who call our district...
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Schmitt Invites Residents to Senior Scam Prevention Seminar
Altoona, Mar. 06, 2024 - Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Blair) has extended an invitation to the community by teaming up with the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office to host a Senior Scam Prevention Seminar. The event is scheduled for Thursday, March 21, at Graystone Court in Altoona and aims to educate senior citizens on the prevalent scams targeting them.Speaking about the initiative, Schmitt emphasized the importance of safeguarding seniors from falling victim to scams, stating, “All too often scammers target senior citizens as victims and unfortunately bilk them out of their...
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Gregory to Host Farmers Breakfast
HARRISBURG – Farmers from the 80th District are invited to a breakfast hosted by Rep. Jim Gregory (R-Blair) and featuring remarks from Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding. The event will take place from 8-10 a.m. Friday, March 22, at the US Hotel, 401 S. Juniata St., Hollidaysburg. Capacity is limited, so farmers and those with agriculture-related businesses are asked to RSVP by Friday, March 15, by calling 814-695-2398 or 814-742-7204."We are so fortunate to have Secretary Redding joining us again, as he always provides a substantive update on issues...
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Redding, Ward to Commemorate Signing of Frozen Dessert Legislation
"State Sen. Judy Ward and Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding will come together at Hoss’s Steak & Seahouse in Mechanicsburg on Tuesday, March 5, at 3:30 p.m. to mark the passage of Senate Bill 152, which repeals the Frozen Dessert Law that has been in place since the 1960s.According to the announcement, the Frozen Dessert Law, which has been deemed outdated due to the evolution of food safety laws and regulations, has been a burden on restaurants and frozen dessert shops. State Sen. Judy Ward highlighted this issue, stating that the law's...
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Collett, Ward Announce 10-Year Plan to Support PA Seniors, Opportunity for Public Comment
Pennsylvania Senators Maria Collett and Judy Ward have unveiled a 10-year roadmap aimed at better meeting the needs of older Pennsylvanians. The plan, titled Aging Our Way, PA: A Plan for Lifelong Independence, is currently open for public comment until March 20, 2024.Sen. Collett emphasized the importance of the plan, stating, "Every Pennsylvanian deserves to live and age with dignity." She praised the comprehensive and innovative nature of the plan, which is designed to help older and disabled Pennsylvanians stay in their homes and communities, receive caregiver...
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Fire, EMS Grants Awarded to Support First Responders
More than $240,000 in grant money has been awarded to fire companies and emergency medical services in the 80th District. The grants will be used to support building projects, equipment purchase or repair, training, and debt reduction. The Fire and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program, established by the Legislature, is administered by the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency and the Office of the State Fire Commissioner. The funding for this program comes from the proceeds generated by slot machine gaming."We owe our first responders so much gratitude, as they...
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Irvin Announces Funding for Area Fire, EMS Companies
HARRISBURG - Rep. Rich Irvin (R-Franklin/Huntingdon) has announced funding being awarded to emergency responder organizations in the 81st Legislative District under the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program."The men and women who dedicate their time to serving our communities through their work with our fire and EMS companies deserve our heartfelt appreciation today and every day," said Irvin. "They do this work primarily on a volunteer basis with limited funding for equipment, training and other necessities in order to perform their jobs to the best...
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Ward Praises Passage of Senate Resolution Supporting a More Secure Southern Border
HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania Senator Judy Ward has joined her colleagues in the state Senate in passing a resolution that calls for action to address the crisis at America's southern border and supports the rights of states to protect their citizens. Senate Resolution 234 shows support for the actions taken by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to secure the border in the face of inaction from the Biden administration.Senator Ward expressed her concerns about the situation at the southern border, stating, "What is going on at America's southern border is a national crisis and must...
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Opportunities Exist to Improve Educational System, but Governor’s Overall Budget Spend Number is Simply Too High, Topper Says
In response to Governor Josh Shapiro's spending proposal, Representative Jesse Topper, a Republican from Bedford/Fulton, expressed concerns about the excessive spending and the potential for a massive tax increase. The governor is seeking to increase spending by $3.7 billion to a total of $48.34 billion, which Topper believes is simply unsustainable."While there is much in the proposal that I found problematic," Topper stated, "I was encouraged to hear the governor embrace a model similar to my House Bill 1574 to create performance-based funding incentives for institutes...
