Pennsylvania Senate committees advance 5 bills from Judy Ward

PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) - State Senate committees have approved five bills that would benefit dairy farmers, disabled veterans, firefighters and more.

The bills were all introduced by Senator Judy Ward (R-30). Each were reviewed by different committees and were approved sometime this week.

Senate Bill 153

This bill would ensure milk haulers can travel on highways during a disaster emergency declaration. Trucks hauling milk have a limited window of up to 24 hours to deliver their product before it perishes.

Ward introduced the bill after learning about milk haulers who were prevented from delivering their products during winter travel restrictions in 2019. The bill was approved by the Senate Transportation Committee on Wednesday, April 26.

Senate Bill 360

This bill would allow establishments with club licenses to sell malt beverages for off-site consumption. The bill would limit any sale to no more than 192 fluid ounces, which is equivalent to a six-pack of...