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E-news Updates – August 30, 2025
August 30, 2025

E-news Updates – August 30, 2025

In this Update: Happy Labor Day Improving Health Care New Law Streamlines Fishing Licenses for Disabled Veterans 2026-27 PA Student Aid Guide Available Pennsylvania’s School Bus Stopping Law Happy Labor Day Labor Day is a time to celebrate the workers who make our communities thrive while providing for their families. No matter what your vocation […]  [Read More]

E-news Updates – August 23, 2025
August 23, 2025

E-news Updates – August 23, 2025

In this Update: August is Back to School Month Improving Public Safety Senate Acts to Help Charitable Organizations Raise Funds Social Media Safety and Parental Awareness Week in Pennsylvania Summer Boating Safety: Life Jackets Save Lives August is Back to School Month As we head into the late stretch of summer, children and parents across […]  [Read More]

E-news Updates – August 16, 2025
August 16, 2025

E-news Updates – August 16, 2025

In this Update: A Spending Plan to Fund Critical Needs Transportation Bill Addressing Funding, Safety, Accountability Approved by Senate Public Hearing Examines Data Centers Development in Pennsylvania Assistance Available to Support PA Rail Freight Infrastructure STEM-Related Activities Available from PennDOT Help PA Celebrate Your Barn A Spending Plan to Fund Critical Needs Counties, school districts, […]  [Read More]

Senate Republican Leaders: Senate Advances Responsible Budget Bill, Transportation Funding Legislation
August 12, 2025

Senate Republican Leaders: Senate Advances Responsible Budget Bill, Transportation Funding Legislation

Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39), Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) and Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Scott Martin (R-13) announced today that counties, school districts, hospitals and others would receive critical funding from the commonwealth immediately under a budget bill approved by the Senate.  [Read More]

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Today’s tragic events have left our entire region shaken. My heart and prayers are with the families enduring unimaginable worry and grief. I am deeply grateful for the swift and selfless actions of first responders and rescue crews who continue working under stressful conditions.

For generations, U.S. Steel and the Clairton Coke Works plant have stood as symbols of Western Pennsylvania’s work ethic and determination. Our region’s story has been forged in the heat of steel mills by people who do not back down from challenges but instead stand shoulder-to-shoulder in hard times.

In the face of heartbreak, we will not waver — because in Western Pennsylvania, we are forged in steel and we do not break.
Great minds think alike — Leader Costa and I are both in beige today!

Must be Bipartisan Beige Day in the Senate chamber. 😄
When the work (and the walking) doesn’t stop, comfortable kicks just make sense.

Inspired by @repmcclinton’s signature style!
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My statement on the current discussions surrounding the Nippon/US Steel deal.

I stand with the workers, communities and businesses who have supported this from the beginning.

Let’s get this done.
💗 Act 1 was just the beginning.

With SB 88, we’re finishing what we started — eliminating out-of-pocket costs for diagnostic breast cancer imaging so women can take action immediately after an abnormal screening.

Early detection saves lives!
On June 6, 1944, the Allies launched one of history’s most important military operations.

As D-Day veterans grow fewer, it’s more vital than ever to honor their legacy.

We must never forget the 2,500+ Americans who gave everything for our freedom.
From bridges to battleships, Western PA steel built America. 🌉⚓

We’re proud of our legacy and ready to lead the future.

Let’s keep investing in the people and places that keep America strong. 🇺🇸

📷: @whitehouse
THANK YOU @potus for putting America — and Pennsylvania — first! 🇺🇸

This steel deal is a win for workers, their families and the 𝘼𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙤𝙢𝙮.

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My full statement on President Trump’s approval of Nippon/U.S. Steel investment.
Got to see the @Eagles’ Lombardi trophies on the Senate floor today — very impressive!

But don’t worry, I joined my fellow yinzer senators to remind everyone the @steelers still hold the record with SIX Super Bowl wins! 🖤💛

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I was honored to welcome students from Hempfield Area High School’s Project 18 to the PA Senate! 👏🏻

For 50+ years, this one-of-a-kind civics program has empowered young leaders in Westmoreland County — including my own chief of staff!

GO SPARTANS! 💙🤍
Yesterday we recognized Mammography May in the Senate — because 1 in 8 women will face breast cancer and early detection saves lives.

With bipartisan support and Act 1 in place, there’s no excuse to delay.

Schedule your mammogram.

For you.

For your family. 🩷

Meet Senator Kim Ward

Senator Kim Ward currently serves as the Senate President Pro Tempore. She is the first woman in the history of the Pennsylvania Legislature to serve as Senate President Pro Tempore and Senate Majority Leader in either the Pennsylvania House or Senate. In 2008, Senator Ward won the Pennsylvania 39th Senatorial District seat and was the first woman ever elected to that seat. She was re-elected in 2012 and 2016, 2020, and most recently in 2024.
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