Sen. Jack Wagner


NEWS ARCHIVES

2003
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Wagner bill would eliminate business privilege and mercantile taxes (12/10/2003)


Major improvements to the PACE and PACENET eligibility limits will mean thousands more older Pennsylvanians now qualify for prescription drug benefits. Sen. Wagner encourages seniors to sign up as soon as possible.


Wagner Outraged by President's Decision on Steel Tariffs
(12/4/2003)


Wagner Urges PHEAA to Use Surplus to Expand Opportunities
(11/17/2003)


Bridge over the Ohio River will honor World War II effort
(11/7/2003)


Veterans' Day Parade will be held as scheduled, thanks to grant secured by Sen. Wagner
(10/31/2003)


Senate passes a resolution introduced by Sen. Wagner urging President George W. Bush to continue federal tariffs on foreign steel until March 2005
(10/28/2003)


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Sen. Wagner Encourages YES Vote on Child Testimony Amendments (10/24/2003)


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Restoration of state funds needed to combat domestic violence
(10/14/2003)


Sen. Wagner encourages the U.S. Congress to lower voting age to 17


Sen. Wagner introduces legislation to protect those who serve in the National Guard
(4/1/2003)


Sen. Wagner reminds parents about the importance of protecting child passengers when traveling


New poll says majority favor slot machines at horse racing tracks

Sen. Wagner says the General Assembly should act to stabilize the Crime Victims Compensation Fund

Sen. Wagner says Pennsylvania should focus on early childhood education

2002
Allegheny County must abide by a 1998 state law limiting a revenue windfall following a property reassessment.


Pennsylvania should join the multi-state effort to bring down the cost of prescription drugs.

2001
Up to 60,000 Pennsylvania students could receive free tuition if state passes Wagner's gaming legislation
 

The Senate has passed legislation designed to keep physicians and medical school graduates in Pennsylvania


Steelworkers and retirees -- tired of job losses and plant closings -- rallied at the State Capitol seeking help for an ailing steel industry in Pennsylvania

Sen. Wagner encourages Pennsylvania drivers to buckle up for safety