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Funding announced for Fulton County first responder services

Senator Judy Ward and Representative Jesse Topper have announced that more than $84,000 in grants will be awarded to local fire departments and emergency medical services in Fulton County.

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First responders in 79th District awarded nearly $90K in grants

Several fire companies and emergency medical service providers in the 79th Legislative District have received close to $90,000 through the Office of the State Fire Commissioner’s Fire Company and Emergency Medical Service Grant Program.

State officials announce $325K in grants for first responders

Senator Judy Ward, Representative Rich Irvin, and Representative Scott Barger have announced that nearly $325,000 in grants will be distributed to fire departments and emergency medical services in Huntingdon County.

First responder grants awarded to Juniata and Mifflin counties

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First responder grants awarded to Blair County emergency services

Senator Judy Ward and Representative Scott Barger have announced the distribution of over $245,000 in grants to fire departments and emergency medical services in Blair County.

First responders in 79th district receive nearly $90K in state grants

Several fire companies and emergency medical service providers in the 79th Legislative District have been awarded nearly $90,000 in funding.

New bill aims to boost research into life-saving cures for rare diseases

Congressman John Joyce, M.D. from Pennsylvania and Congressman Don Davis from North Carolina have put forward H.R. 946, known as the Optimizing Research Progress Hope And New (ORPHAN) Cures Act.

FOIA Request Sent to Bedford County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Bedford County Election Department on February 5, 2025.

FOIA Request Sent to Fulton County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

FOIA Request to Fulton County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.

FOIA Request Sent to Huntingdon County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Huntingdon County Election Department regarding the upcoming spring election candidates on February 5, 2025.

FOIA Request Sent to Blair County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Blair County Election Department regarding the candidates running in the upcoming spring election on February 5, 2025.

Senator Ward criticizes Governor Shapiro's budget proposal as unsustainable

By Altoona Times | Feb 4, 2025

Senator Judy Ward of Pennsylvania has expressed concerns over Governor Shapiro's proposed budget for the fiscal year 2025/26.

Representative Lou Schmitt criticizes Governor Shapiro's budget plan

By Altoona Times | Feb 4, 2025

Following Governor Josh Shapiro's budget address, Representative Lou Schmitt of Altoona expressed his concerns about the proposed financial plan.

Republican senators introduce Save Women's Sports Act aiming for fairness

By Altoona Times | Feb 3, 2025

A group of female Republican senators has introduced the Save Women’s Sports Act, a legislative proposal aimed at preventing men from participating in women's sports.

Pennsylvania moves towards modernizing vehicle emissions testing program

By Altoona Times | Jan 28, 2025

Senator Judy Ward, chair of the Senate Transportation Committee, announced the committee's approval of two significant legislative measures aimed at reforming Pennsylvania’s Vehicle Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) program.

Legislation seeks permanent Medicare coverage for at-home cardiac rehab

By Altoona Times | Jan 28, 2025

Today, a group of U.S. Representatives has reintroduced the Sustainable Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Services in the Home Act.

Legislation proposed to restore Central Scranton Expressway name amid public backlash

By Altoona Times | Jan 27, 2025

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John Joyce takes key roles in energy committee and doctors caucus

By Altoona Times | Jan 23, 2025

During the 119th Congress, Representative John Joyce, M.D. (PA-13) will assume leadership roles as Vice-Chair of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and Co-Chair of the GOP Doctors Caucus.