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E-news Updates – March 29, 2025
In this Update: March 29 is Vietnam War Veterans Day Senate Committee Votes to Preserve Women’s Sports Bill to Improve School Bus Safety Receives Senate Committee Support April Hearings Set on Proposed UGI Gas Rate Increase Youth Invited to Go Fishing on Saturday March 29 is Vietnam War Veterans Day Nine million Americans served during […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – March 22, 2025
In this Update: Celebrating National Agriculture Week PA Recovers $11.3 Million in Medicaid Fraud Online Unclaimed Property Auction – March 26 and 27 Job Openings for Lifeguards at State Parks Protect Your Home from a Flood Celebrating National Agriculture Week Agriculture – one of Pennsylvania’s top industries – directly impacts our health, economy and communities. […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – March 15, 2025
In this Update: Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Budget Hearings Reinforce Need for Greater Financial Accountability Grow PA Scholarship Grant Applications Available Now Free Trees to Help Public Replace Invasive Plants License Plates Support Women Veterans Happy St. Patrick’s Day! A celebration of country and heritage, St. Patrick’s Day became an official religious holiday in the […] [Read More]
Senate Republican Leaders Urge Pennsylvanians to Apply for Grow PA Scholarship Grant Program Now
Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39), Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) and Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Scott Martin (R-13) are encouraging college students and individuals seeking career training programs in high-demand industries to apply now for the Grow PA Scholarship Grant Program through the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA). [Read More]
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I had the wonderful opportunity this morning to speak at Southwestern Pennsylvania Partnership for Aging’s Spring Networking Breakfast about legislation impacting older adults & those living with disabilities in PA. 🧡
It was great welcoming students from Central Westmoreland CTC to the Capitol!
These future teachers — Avi Gardner, McKenzie Thompson & Reese Yohnman — are getting a head start in the Aspiring Educators program. 🍎✏️
And we need more teachers! The Administrative Director of CWCTC, Jason Lucia, and Paige Ponsonby who is the Aspiring Educators teacher for CWCTC, accompanied the students.
CTEs play a vital role in preparing students to enter fields of employment that will help them achieve good paying secure jobs. 👏🏼
🔗 More about the program here: bit.ly/4ckIZun
I attended two events today to recognize and honor our Vietnam Veterans. During his first term, President Trump signed into law the Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act of 2017, which established National Vietnam War Veterans Day. March 29 each year marks the day the U.S. Military Assistance Command Vietnam was disestablished in 1975. It’s an honor for me to be in a room full of men and women who served this nation. At VFW Post 33 Mr. Ed Mihalacki described in detail what it was like to be a soldier serving in Vietnam. He said it was either boredom or terror. He described getting sprayed by Agent Orange. The soldiers were told it wouldn’t effect them. The second program held at the Norwin Elks had a focus on Agent Orange. I had the opportunity to speak with people who had or still have cancer as a result. These men and women deserve our gratitude and thanks. When they arrived back in the US that wasn’t always the case. They deserve this day in their honor.
🚨OPENING DAY!🚨
Baseball is back and there’s nothing like the excitement of Opening Day at PNC Park! ⚾️🏴☠️
Let’s go, @pittsburghpirates— here’s to a great season ahead! 💛🖤
📢 I had a great time meeting talented students from nearly 30 PA colleges at the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗣𝗔 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲!
Their research is shaping our future. 🌎
Proud to support higher education & innovation in PA! 👏🎓
📢 Great day in southwest Greensburg! 🚨
I was proud to present a check to Police Chief Kristopher Chappell for a DCED Local Municipal Relief grant.
This funding will support a new drone, vehicle cameras and body cameras — helping keep our community and officers safe. 🚔
🚨$3 BILLION IN THE HOLE🚨
@governorshapiro’s $51.5 BILLION budget spends more than PA takes in, risking emergency savings & leaving taxpayers w/ a $27 BILLION deficit.
@pasenategop are fighting for fiscal stability & protecting your wallet.
Happy #SchoolChoiceWeek, Pennsylvania!
Every child deserves the opportunity to learn in an environment that best meets their unique needs.
Let’s continue to empower families and support a brighter future for all our students. 🎒📚
My work is guided by the voices of Westmoreland County residents.
🗣️ Your concerns are my priority, so please don’t hesitate to reach out: senatorward.com/contact-me/
🎉 Thrilled to announce more than $19.3M in Local Share Account grants have been distributed to Westmoreland Co. municipalities & organizations! Thanks to @LiveCasino & The Cordish Companies for investing in our community’s future. Together we’re building a better Westmoreland! 💪 #PAproud
Today on #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay, we honor the brave men and women who serve and protect our communities here in Pennsylvania.
Thank you for your courage, dedication and commitment to keeping us safe. 💙👮♀️👮♂️
#backtheblue
🙏 A heartfelt thank you to my family, Senate colleagues and the people of the 39th District for your trust and support as I continue to serve as Senate President Pro Tempore. It’s an honor to guide this institution!
🎄The state Capitol is shining bright with this year’s 24-ft Douglas fir from Crystal Spring Tree Farm, Lehighton!
Adorned w/ 1,250 LED lights & 700+ handmade ornaments crafted by PA Pre-K students & seniors, it’s a true community treasure. ❤️🌟
🍂🦃 This Thanksgiving, we pause to reflect on the many blessings in our lives – family, friends and the communities that lift us up every day. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve you and work toward a brighter future for Pennsylvania.
May your day be filled with love, laughter and the warmth of those who matter most. Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁 #Grateful #ThanksgivingBlessings #PAproud
Ready to keep serving with the @pasenategop leadership team for the upcoming session!
We’re here to work hard for ALL Pennsylvanians, tackling the issues that matter most.
I`m grateful for your trust and support! #PASenate
🔗:bit.ly/4hQev5N
Voters across our state delivered a strong message – they’re DONE with policies that undermine constitutional freedoms.
The @pasenategop will continue to stand with hardworking families & protect the values that make PA strong. ❤️
🗣️ PA voters have spoken!
Proud to say that ALL Republican incumbents were re-elected & we`ve added even more strong voices to Harrisburg. 👏
🔗 Details here: bit.ly/3ACp63n
