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Senator Judy Ward named chair of Senate Transportation Committee

Senator Judy Ward of Pennsylvania's 30th District has been appointed to several key committees for the upcoming 2025-26 legislative session.

By Altoona Times | Jan 15, 2025

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Kim Ward appoints Judy Ward as chair of Senate Transportation Committee

Senator Judy Ward has been appointed as the chair of the Senate Transportation Committee for the 2025-26 legislative session.

By Altoona Times | Jan 8, 2025

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Pennsylvania adopts new house rules for enhanced legislative debate

By Altoona Times | Jan 8, 2025

On January 8, 2025, Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Jesse Topper announced the adoption of new rules for the House of Representatives for the 2025-26 legislative session.

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Lou Schmitt begins fourth term representing Pennsylvania's 78th Legislative District

By Altoona Times | Jan 7, 2025

Rep. Lou Schmitt has officially commenced his fourth term in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing the 78th Legislative District.

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Jesse Topper takes oath as Pennsylvania House Republican leader

By Altoona Times | Jan 7, 2025

House Republican Leader Jesse Topper commenced the new state legislative session on Tuesday by taking the oath of office in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.

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Joyce and Smucker launch Make America Healthy Again Caucus

By Altoona Times | Dec 21, 2024

Today, Congressmen John Joyce and Lloyd Smucker announced the formation of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives.

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Pennsylvania leader calls for educational reform after assessment results

By Altoona Times | Nov 27, 2024

Incoming Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Jesse Topper has highlighted the need for significant changes in the state's education system following the release of recent statewide assessment results.

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Pennsylvania officials announce laptop distribution under digital connectivity program

By Altoona Times | Nov 21, 2024

Senator Judy Ward and Representative Rich Irvin have announced that the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) has allocated laptops to local organizations in Huntingdon County.

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Funding announced for device access in Fulton County through PBDA initiative

By Altoona Times | Nov 21, 2024

Senator Judy Ward and Representative Jesse Topper have announced that the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) has awarded 50 laptops to two organizations in Fulton County.

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Tyrone-Snyder Public Library receives $415K grant for broadband enhancement

By Altoona Times | Nov 21, 2024

Senator Judy Ward has announced that the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) awarded a grant exceeding $415,000 to the Tyrone-Snyder Public Library.

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Pennsylvania officials announce laptop grants aimed at bridging digital divide

By Altoona Times | Nov 21, 2024

Senator Judy Ward and Representative Kerry Benninghoff have announced that the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) has granted 25 laptops to the Tuscarora Intermediate Unit.

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Congressional Baking Caucus launched; resolution proposes National Bread Month

By Altoona Times | Nov 19, 2024

Today, Congressmen John Joyce and Don Davis announced the formation of the Congressional Baking Caucus.

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House Republicans support PA Supreme Court's election ruling on ballot compliance

By Altoona Times | Nov 19, 2024

Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler and incoming House Republican Leader Jesse Topper have expressed their approval of a recent Pennsylvania Supreme Court decision.

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Bridge named after Sergeant Major Charles B. Mills

By Altoona Times | Nov 4, 2024

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has named a bridge on South Eagle Valley Road in Snyder Township, Blair County, as the Sergeant Major Charles B. Mills, Sr.

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3 million grant awarded for YMCA renovations in Hollidaysburg

By Altoona Times | Nov 1, 2024

Senator Judy Ward announced a $3,000,000 grant from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) for renovations at the Blair Regional YMCA Early Learning Center.

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Mifflin County receives over $1.6 million grant for revitalization

By Altoona Times | Nov 1, 2024

Senator Judy Ward and Representative Kerry Benninghoff have announced that Mifflin County will receive over $1.6 million in grant funding from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) for a community revitalization project. “It was a...

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Huntingdon County receives over $3.6M for college and railroad projects

By Altoona Times | Nov 1, 2024

Senator Judy Ward and Representative Rich Irvin have announced that the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) has allocated over $3.6 million in grant funding to two organizations in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania.

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FOIA Request Sent to Fulton County Election Department Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By Altoona Times | Oct 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Fulton County Election Department Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024.

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FOIA Request Sent to Bedford County Election Department Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By Altoona Times | Oct 30, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Bedford County Election Department regarding pre-election voting machine test reports on October 30, 2024.

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FOIA Request Sent to Blair County Election Department Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By Altoona Times | Oct 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Blair County Election Department Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024.