State Senator Ryan Aument (PA)
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Recent News About State Senator Ryan Aument (PA)
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State grants awarded for infrastructure improvements in Lancaster County
Senator Ryan Aument has announced the allocation of nearly $8 million in state grants for Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.
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Senator Ryan Aument re-elected as Majority Whip; outlines conservative priorities
Pennsylvania Senate Republicans have re-elected Senator Ryan Aument as the Majority Whip.
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Republican senators retain leadership positions for Pennsylvania's upcoming legislative session
Senate Republicans have re-elected their leadership team to serve in the 2025-26 legislative session.
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Fraudulent voter registrations discovered in Lancaster County
Senator Ryan Aument has issued a statement regarding the discovery of fraudulent voter registration applications in Lancaster County.
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Senator Aument hosts forum on youth smartphone and social media use
Senator Ryan Aument is set to host a "Back to School Night" event aimed at fostering community discussion on the use of smartphones and social media among youth. The event will feature a panel of experts, including educational leaders, healthcare professionals, and online safety advocates. Attendees will have the chance to engage with the panelists during a Q&A session.
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Pennsylvania legislature passes early literacy improvement bill awaiting governor's approval
The Pennsylvania Senate and House have unanimously passed legislation aimed at improving early literacy, which now awaits the governor's approval. Sponsored by Senators Ryan Aument (R-36) and Anthony Williams (D-8), Senate Bill 801 seeks to provide schools with resources to enhance reading instruction through evidence-based programs.
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Highway dedication to honor Senator Noah W. Wenger
A ceremony will be held to rename a portion of U.S. Route 222 in Lancaster County as the ‘Senator Noah W. Wenger Memorial Highway’ in honor of Sen. Wenger’s service in the Pennsylvania General Assembly and his commitment to Lancaster County. Act 63 of 2024 (Section 16) designates the portion from the interchange with U.S. Route 30 in Manheim Township to the interchange with Interstate 76, also known as the Pennsylvania Turnpike, in East Cocalico Township.
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Senate committee approves bill offering bonuses for terror war veterans
The Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee today approved a bill introduced by Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) that would authorize bonus payments for Pennsylvania military veterans who served in the Global War on Terror.
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Pennsylvania enacts law limiting student smartphone use during school hours
The proposal aims to improve student mental health, academic performance, and social skills.
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Senate passes bill limiting smartphone use in schools
The Senate has passed legislation sponsored by Sen. Ryan Aument (R-36) aimed at improving students’ mental health and academic performance by limiting smartphone use in schools. The bill, which passed with a 45-5 vote, received strong bipartisan support.
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Pennsylvania Senate passes bill prohibiting divestment from Israel
The Pennsylvania Senate has approved legislation with significant bipartisan support to prohibit state entities from boycotting or divesting from Israel. According to Sen. Ryan Aument (R-Lancaster), the bill, which passed by a vote of 41-7, would affect the PA Treasury’s Office, the State Employees’ Retirement System, the Public School Employees’ Retirement System, and the Pennsylvania Municipal Retirement System. Additionally, it would cut off state tax dollars from higher education institutions that engage in such actions against Israel.
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Aument bill limiting cellphone use in schools advances through Senate committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Ryan Aument (R-36) to improve students’ mental health and learning by limiting their use of cellphones in schools passed the Senate Education Committee today by a vote of 10-1, positioning it for possible consideration in the final 2024-25 state budget.
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Pennsylvania Senate passes bill aiming to improve early literacy
Legislation sponsored by Senators Ryan Aument (R-36) and Anthony Williams (D-8) aimed at enhancing early literacy in Pennsylvania has passed the Senate with a vote of 48-1. The bipartisan proposal, Senate Bill 801, seeks to ensure every child in the state can read proficiently by the fourth grade through a comprehensive, evidence-based reading program.
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Aument Votes for Largest Tax Cut for Working Families in PA History
The Pennsylvania Senate has approved Senate Bill 269, aiming to decrease the Personal Income Tax rate to 2.8% and eliminate the Gross Receipts Tax on energy starting Jan. 1, 2025. Senator Majority Whip Ryan Aument (R-36) expressed the following: "Pennsylvania’s working-class families are being told that the economy is robust, that ‘Bidenomics’ is working, and that Americans are thriving – but they don’t feel it." Aument emphasized the need to alleviate financial burdens on Pennsylvania families, citing significant inflation challenges faced by residents. He highlighted the...
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Aument Set to Introduce Bill Limiting Access to Phones and Social Media in Schools
Sen. Ryan Aument of Pennsylvania is set to introduce a bill aimed at limiting students' access to phones and social media in schools through the use of secure, lockable phone bags. Aument highlighted the importance of addressing the root cause of declining mental health and academic performance in youth, citing the negative impact of widespread smartphone and social media use on students.Speaking about the motivation behind the bill, Sen. Aument emphasized the detrimental effects of excessive smartphone use on mental health and academic success. He stated, "Because we...
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Senate Education Committee Approves “Grow PA” Package of Bills to Boost College Affordability, Open Quality Career Pathways
HARRISBURG – The Senate Education Committee has given its approval to the "Grow PA" post-secondary education reform plan, a collection of bills aimed at enhancing college affordability and creating pathways to quality careers in Pennsylvania.Among the measures proposed in the Grow PA plan is Senate Bill 1150, which introduces the Grow PA Scholarship Grant Program. According to Senator Scott Martin, the sponsor of the bill, the program offers grants of up to $5,000 per year to in-state students who commit to staying and working in Pennsylvania after completing their...
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Republican Lawmakers Introduce “Grow PA” Higher Education Reform Plan
Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Senator Scott Martin, Senate Majority Whip Ryan P. Aument, Senate Education Committee Chair David G. Argall, and Senator Tracy Pennycuick have introduced the "Grow PA" plan aimed at supporting more affordable learning opportunities and pathways to Pennsylvania careers. The lawmakers emphasized the importance of addressing the economic and demographic challenges facing the state due to dwindling college enrollment and outmigration of young people.Senator Martin stated, “Pennsylvania needs a fresh approach to post-secondary education to...
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Senators Call for Greater Transparency in Mandatory Taxpayer Funding of Newspaper Advertisements
HARRISBURG – Sens. Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York) and Ryan Aument (R-Lancaster) have put forward a proposal to enhance transparency in the mandatory taxpayer funding of newspaper advertisements by local governments. The announcement was made during Sunshine Week 2024, a period dedicated to celebrating openness in government operations.The senators highlighted the need for newspapers to disclose the expenses incurred by local authorities for legal advertising and public notices. Sen. Phillips-Hill emphasized the importance of informing the public about government actions,...
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PA Senate Passes Resolution Supporting a More Secure Southern Border
The Pennsylvania Senate has passed a resolution showing support for a more secure southern border. The resolution, sponsored by Senate Republican leaders, calls for action to address the border crisis and emphasizes states' rights to protect their citizens. It also expresses support for Texas Governor Greg Abbott's efforts to secure the border.The resolution, known as Senate Resolution 234, was authored by several senators including Appropriations Committee Chair Scott Martin, Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward, Majority Leader Joe Pittman, and Majority Whip Ryan P....
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Aument Says Shapiro’s Budget Is a Big Wish List with a Big Price Tag
Senate Majority Whip Ryan Aument (R-36) has expressed concerns about the proposed increase in state spending in Governor Josh Shapiro's 2024-2025 state budget. Aument argues that the $3.2 billion increase in spending is excessive and unrealistic, and will ultimately lead to substantial tax increases, negatively impacting struggling families.Aument highlights the financial difficulties faced by Pennsylvanians, who are already grappling with the rising cost of everyday expenses. He criticizes the governor for making grandiose budget proposals without considering the...