Senator Ward, K
Senator
Kim Ward
President Pro Tempore
Westmoreland County
Senator
Kim Ward
President Pro Tempore
Westmoreland County

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Sens. Kim Ward and Judy Ward Introduce Legislation to Crack Down on Serious Turnpike Toll Evasion
March 19, 2026

Sens. Kim Ward and Judy Ward Introduce Legislation to Crack Down on Serious Turnpike Toll Evasion

Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39) and Sen. Judy Ward (R-30), chair of the Senate Transportation Committee, today announced the introduction of legislation to strengthen penalties for repeat toll evaders on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, targeting individuals who accumulate thousands of dollars in unpaid tolls at the expense of taxpayers and responsible drivers.  [Read More]

E-news Updates – March 14, 2026
March 14, 2026

E-news Updates – March 14, 2026

In this Update: Happy St. Patrickโ€™s Day Senate Acts to Address Electric Generation Shortfall, Expand Energy Development Measure to Speed Up Plugging of Abandoned Wells Approved by Senate Poultry Owners Urged to Continue Efforts to Combat Avian Influenza Next Commonwealth Vehicle Auction is April 14  Happy St. Patrickโ€™s Day Nearly two million Pennsylvanians proudly claim […]  [Read More]

E-news Updates – March 7, 2026
March 7, 2026

E-news Updates – March 7, 2026

In this Update: Senate Budget Hearings Examine Spending Details, Transportation Issues and More Bill to Ease Shortage in Long-Term Care Workers Approved by Senate Family Caregivers Can Find Help Through State Support Program Online Filing Option Available for PA Personal Income Taxes Supporting Veteran-Owned Businesses Senate Budget Hearings Examine Spending Details, Transportation Issues and More […]  [Read More]

E-news Updates – February 28, 2026
February 28, 2026

E-news Updates – February 28, 2026

In this Update: Key Points from This Weekโ€™s Senate Budget Hearings Hearing Explores Ideas to Combat State Housing Crisis Share Your Thoughts with the Highway Safety Survey Record-Breaking Unclaimed Property Returns to PA Residents Saturday is School Bus Driver Appreciation Day Key Points from This Weekโ€™s Senate Budget Hearings Efforts to trim the governorโ€™s $53.3 […]  [Read More]

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Pennsylvania Capitol

Harrisburg Office

Senate Box 203039
Harrisburg, PA 17120-3039
(717) 787-6063

District Office

1075 S. Main St.
Suite 116
(Westmoreland Crossroads Plaza)
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 600-7002
Fax (724) 600-7008

For all the hard working women out there, grab yourself a cup of ambition and go blaze some trails! โ˜•๏ธโœจ#womenshistorymonth
Happy #stpatricksday PA! โ˜˜๏ธ
 
 Nearly 2 million PA residents proudly claim Irish heritage. From industry to the arts, Irish Americans have shaped our commonwealth in countless ways. Slรกinte! โ˜˜๏ธ 
 
โ€œFor each petal on the shamrock, this brings a wish your way. Good health, good luck, and happiness, for today and every day.โ€- Irish Blessing
In honor of the 250th Anniversary of the US, @america250_pa invited PA artists to paint fiberglass replicas of the Liberty Bell. There is at least one in every PA county!
 
The Westmoreland County bell, titled: Thereโ€™s MORE in Westmoreland, is located at the Westmoreland Museum of American Art, and was painted by Mandy Sirofchuck.
 
Which ones have you seen so far? ๐ŸŽจ๐Ÿ–Œ๏ธ
#westmorelandproud ๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿฅฐ
Happy fish fry season, PA!๐ŸŸ๐Ÿ™Œ
B-I-N-G-O at the Jeanette American Legion! So much fun.๐Ÿฅฐ
Disney on Ice with grand angels today! ๐Ÿ‘ผโค๏ธ Perfect way to brighten a cloudy, snowy Sunday! โ„๏ธ
Wedding cookie baking party with my sister and bride to be niece. So much fun! And our cookies look awesome!๐Ÿ™‚
#100daysout from the 2026 NFL Draft in the City of Champions! ๐Ÿˆ

A big moment for Pittsburgh. ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ–ค

@NFL @nfldraft #HereWeGo @steelers
Thank you to all of my Senate colleagues for your continued confidence in me as the President Pro Tempore of the Pennsylvania Senate.

Itโ€™s an honor to serve the people of Pennsylvania.
Christmas magic is alive and bright at the Capitol! ๐ŸŽ„โœจ

This yearโ€™s 25 ft. Douglas Fir from Crystal Spring Tree Farm in Carbon County is decorated with more than 2,400 lights & 1,700 handmade ornaments crafted by Pennsylvanians of all ages. โค๏ธ
While Senate Republicans had to compromise by spending more than we would have preferred, we did achieve some key policy wins for Pennsylvanians.
Imagine saying: โ€œIโ€™ll win the lottery this year โ€” so Iโ€™ll budget that money.โ€

๐Ÿšซ You canโ€™t build a budget on money that doesnโ€™t exist.
Early detection saves lives. ๐Ÿ’—

Schedule your mammogram and encourage others to do the same!

#NationalMammographyDay
Early detection saves lives.

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, letโ€™s encourage our loved ones to schedule routine screenings and take charge of their health. ๐ŸŽ€
From Pennsylvania to Ireland โ€” letโ€™s cheer on our Steelers! ๐Ÿ–ค๐Ÿ’› 

Whether near or far, our support for the Black & Gold knows no borders.

HERE WE GO โ˜˜๏ธ

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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