Senate Republicans: Shapiro’s Spending Plan Unrealistic
Senate Republicans will closely examine Gov. Josh Shapiro’s 2025-26 budget plan during the next several months to find improvements that will ensure greater long-term fiscal stability for the Commonwealth, according to Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39), Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) and Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Scott Martin (R-13). [Read More]
Ward, Rossi Announce $9 Million in Funding for Critical Wastewater Infrastructure Projects in Westmoreland County
Sen. Kim Ward (R-39 and Rep. Leslie Rossi (R-59th) announced the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has approved nearly $9 million in low-interest loans and grants for a vital wastewater infrastructure improvement project in Westmoreland County. [Read More]
Senate Republicans Kick Off 2025-26 Legislative Session with New Members, Leadership Team
The Pennsylvania Senate convened today for the start of the 2025-26 legislative session, highlighted by the swearing-in of new and re-elected members. [Read More]
Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward on President Biden’s Decision to Block Nippon’s Acquisition of U.S. Steel
Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39) today issued the following statement on President Biden’s decision to block Nippon’s acquisition of U.S. Steel: [Read More]
Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward on President Trump’s Comments to Keep U.S. Steel an Iconic American Company
Today, Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39) issued the following statement on President Trump’s comments to keep U.S. Steel an iconic American company: [Read More]
Senate President Pro Tempore Addresses SEPTA Funding in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward issued the following statement today on the status of mass transit in southeast Pennsylvania: [Read More]