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Williams: Pennsylvanians Will Continue to Suffer Under Latest State Budget
HARRISBURG, June 29, 2012 — Many Pennsylvanians will continue to suffer under the 2012-13 state budget, despite several positive changes to the spending plan since the governor’s budget address in February, according to state Sen. Anthony H. Williams. The Senate...
Williams Denounces Republican Comments on Voter ID Law
HARRISBURG, June 26, 2012 — State Sen. Anthony H. Williams today denounced recent comments by a top Republican lawmaker on the state’s new voter ID law and noted that the efforts to challenge it are still ongoing.
Williams Kicks Off Summer of Peace Initiative with Gun Buyback
PHILADELPHIA, June 6, 2012 — In his ongoing efforts to promote safety and peace, state Sen. Anthony H. Williams will kick off this year’s Neighborhood-to-Neighborhood Summer of Peace initiative by co-hosting a gun buyback. The gun buyback, co-hosted by Uplift...
Statement from state Sen. Anthony Hardy Williams regarding passage of SB 1310
HARRISBURG, June 5, 2012 — State Sen. Anthony H. Williams issued the following statement on today’s Senate passage of legislation to cut unemployment compensation (Senate Bill 1310): “With votes such as the one today that seeks to dismantle unemployment insurance for...
Williams to Co-Sponsor June 12 Senior Center Wellness Expo
SHARON HILL, June 4, 2012 — State Sen. Anthony H. Williams has teamed up with Good Neighbor in an effort to expose more older residents to resources and information about health. The Senior Center Wellness Expo will take place on Tuesday, June 12 from 10 a.m. to noon...
Williams to Co-host June 7 Kinship Care Discussion
PHILADELPHIA, May 31, 2012 — In order to discuss the unique and growing needs of second-time parents and their families, state Sen. Anthony H. Williams, along with Turning Points for Children, Grands As Parents, and the Kinship Care Committee, welcome the public to...
Williams Statement on Latest Voter ID Lawsuit Ruling
PHILADELPHIA, May, 30, 2012 — The ruling from Judge Robert Simpson in last week's hearing decided against state Rep. Tom Killion (R-Chester) and others in their attempt to intervene and insert their complaint into the voter ID lawsuit filed by the ACLU, NAACP, League...
Williams Comments on Latest Voter ID Lawsuit Development
HARRISBURG, May 24, 2012 — As a legal challenge to Pennsylvania’s new voter ID law continues, state Sen. Anthony H. Williams said today that he is closely monitoring the latest development, in which Republicans are attempting to block efforts for an expedited...
Sen. Anthony Hardy Williams, Rep. Brendan Boyle focus on genocide education
Critical that humanity never forgets atrocities like the Holocaust, Rwanda, senator says PHILADELPHIA, May 21, 2012 – Surrounded by survivors of one of the worst mass slaughter of humankind, state Sen. Anthony Hardy Williams declared that Pennsylvania children and...
Response from State Sen. Anthony Hardy Williams, Democratic Whip, on Today’s Budget Vote in the Senate
State Sen. Anthony H. Williams, the Democratic Whip, today issued the following statement on today’s passage of a 2012-13 state budget (Senate Bill 1466): “There had been some fanfare about reversing a few of the draconian cuts to the budget, particularly along the...
Williams soliciting citizen input in a high-tech age
Urges constituents to forward videos detailing their view on PA budget priorities HARRISBURG, May 7, 2012 – As budget negotiations heat up to head toward completion, state Sen. Anthony Hardy Williams is urging constituents to ensure that their voices are heard on how...
Williams’ Bill Preventing ‘Passing the Trash’ Gets Full Committee Approval
HARRISBURG, May 1, 2012 — State Sen. Anthony Hardy Williams today issued the following statement on the Senate Education Committee’s unanimous approval of his legislation, Senate Bill 1381, which would prevent school employees with a history of sexual misconduct from...
Williams to Co-Host May 15 ‘Financing Your Business’ Workshop
PHILADELPHIA, April 30, 2012 — State Sen. Anthony H. Williams invites local small business owners to attend his next small business workshop, which will focus on “Financing Your Business.” The free event, co-hosted by Citi and the Enterprise Center, will take place on...
State Sen. Anthony Hardy Williams, U.S. Reps. Mike Fitzpatrick, Pat Meehan, Join Advocates in Campaign to Stop Sexual Misconduct and Abuse in Schools
Broad Coalition Launches Petition and Calls on Congress and the Pennsylvania Legislature to Pass Critical Reform Bills; Group Aims to Protect Students from Educator Sexual Misconduct through National and State Legislation PHILADELPHIA, April 16, 2012 – State Sen....
State Sen. Anthony Hardy Williams, U.S. Rep. Mike Fitzpatrick, to Join Parents, Teachers and Advocates to Launch Campaign to Stop Student Sexual Abuse
Broad Coalition Launches Petition and Calls on Congress and the Pennsylvania Legislature to Pass Critical Reform Bills; Group Aims to Protect Students from Educator Sexual Misconduct through National and State Legislation Pennsylvania at the epicenter of the fight...
Williams to Host April 14 Gun Buy Back Event
PHILADELPHIA, April 4, 2012 — Continuing his commitment to help reduce violence and restore safety in communities across Philadelphia, state Sen. Anthony H. Williams will host his fourth gun buyback in 10 months. The event, co-hosted by Uplift Solutions, will take...
Williams Encourages Teens to Shun Bullying, Promote Peace
YEADON, March 30, 2012 — There may not be one all-encompassing solution to end violence, but state Sen. Anthony H. Williams told a group of teenagers on Thursday that they can set a lifelong example of peace in the community by taking steps today to prevent bullying among their peers.
Williams: Bill Prohibiting Individual Mandate Hurts the Uninsured
HARRISBURG, March 28, 2012 — State Sen. Anthony H. Williams today blasted today’s vote prohibiting the individual mandate portion of the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act as partisan attack on the uninsured and a waste of taxpayers’ time. The...
Statement from State Sen. Anthony Hardy Williams on Health Care Reform, in Pennsylvania and Across the Nation
HARRISBURG, March 28, 2012 — State Sen. Anthony H. Williams (D-Philadelphia/Delaware) issued the following statement today as the U.S. Supreme Court argues to constitutionality of the federal Affordable Care Act: “As we follow the arguments being made in the U.S....
Williams pushes preparation for college-aspiring students
Backs recent pep talk with matching money for community-based scholarship program PHILADELPHIA, March 28 – Getting into college requires more than good grades, or even ready tuition. It also means knowing the right forms to fill out and impression to leave, be it on...
Williams to Voters: Defend Your Right; Get a Photo ID
HARRISBURG, March 27, 2012 — Following the recent enactment of a voter ID law in Pennsylvania, state Sen. Anthony H. Williams said today that voters who do not have a current valid photo ID should take the steps now so their vote can count in the November presidential...
Williams: ‘Battle is Not Over’ on Voter ID Measure
HARRISBURG, March 14, 2012 — State Sen. Anthony Hardy Williams, Democratic chair of the state government committee, offers these comments about the passage of HB 934 and voter ID: “While I’m disappointed that the state House has continued this march toward voter...
Williams Addresses the Comprehensive Needs of Kinship Care Families
PHILADELPHIA, Mar. 12, 2012 – Dozens of grandparents, aunts, uncles and more crowded into Bright Hope Baptist Church to discuss and discover the rewards, risks and realities of parenting younger relatives, an event made possible by state Sens. Anthony H. Williams and...
Williams: Senate Unanimously Passes Two Key Legislative Initiatives to Protect Homeowners in Philadelphia
HARRISBURG, Mar. 8, 2012 —On Mar. 6, state Sen. Anthony H. Williams steered through the Senate two legislative initiatives to aid homeowners in Philadelphia. The measures passed by a 48–0 vote and head to the House Finance Committee. Williams authored SBs 1301 and...
Williams: Senate Democrats to File Equal Protection Violation Lawsuit to Protect Voters Rights
HARRISBURG, Mar. 7, 2012 – State Sen. Anthony H. Williams issued the following statement after passage of a voter ID bill in the Senate. The vote on HB 934 was 26-23 in favor: “Today’s passage of a voter ID bill sent a clear message to Pennsylvania’s low-income...
Williams Combats Voter ID Bill
HARRISBURG, MARCH 5, 2012 — Hundreds of thousands of Pennsylvanians could lose their right to vote if HB 934 moves to the governor’s desk, which is why state Sen. Anthony H. Williams today called for its defeat. A vote on the measure is expected in the state Senate...
Williams’ Bill Would Prevent Schools from ‘Passing the Trash’
HARRISBURG, March 1, 2012 — At a public hearing last month, state senators choked back tears as they listened to parents sharing how their students were sexually abused by teachers who were allowed to move from one school district to another with no record, free to...
Williams Hosts Successful Career Clinic with Xfinity Live! Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, March 1, 2012 — State Sen. Anthony H. Williams continues his efforts to drive down unemployment rates in his district, recently connecting more than 80 experienced job seekers with career opportunities in the food and beverage industry. The latest...
Williams Joins National Guard to Honor Catto Medal Recipients
PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 28, 2012 — State Sen. Anthony Williams joined the Pennsylvania National Guard last week to honor two guardsmen for their exceptional community support and public service throughout the Commonwealth with the Catto Medal, an award that was just...
Williams Urges Communication, Education at Forum on Issues Facing Black Men
PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 28, 2012 — Communication, quality education, and mentoring remain crucial weapons to combat obstacles that African-American men in urban communities face today, state Sen. Anthony H. Williams said at a recent panel discussion. “The Crisis Facing...
Williams: Four Archdiocesan High Schools Will Remain Open
Parents and Students Will Have Options State Sen. Anthony H. Williams issued the following statement to address the Archdiocese’s decision to keep open the four archdiocesan high schools slated for closure: “This is an historic day for education in our region. I...
Williams to Co-host March 8 Kinship Care Panel Discussion
PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 17, 2012 — In order to discuss the unique and growing needs of second-time parents and their families, state Sen. Anthony H. Williams, along with Turning Points for Children, Grands As Parents, and the Kinship Care Committee, welcome the public to...
Williams, PathWaysPA, ShopRite to Host Free Tax Assistance Event
PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 16, 2012 — State Sen. Anthony H. Williams, PathWaysPA, and Brown’s ShopRite will host a free tax return and property tax/rent rebate preparation event on Tuesday, Feb. 21 from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at Brown’s ShopRite, located in Penrose Plaza at 2946...
Williams, Darby Borough CDC to Host Free Tax Assistance Event
DARBY, Feb. 9, 2012 — State Sen. Anthony H. Williams and Darby Borough Community Development Corporation will host a free tax return and property tax/rent rebate preparation event on Thursday, Feb. 23 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Good Neighbor Senior Center, 1085 Hook...
State Sen. Anthony Hardy Williams responds to Gov. Corbett’s budget address
"This budget reinforces the reality of a paradigm shift in Harrisburg, where ideology trumps policy. Most of the proposals we heard in the governor’s budget proposal today are the guiding principles of this administration.” "The governor said he will not raise taxes...
Williams’ Bill Would Prevent Schools from ‘Passing the Trash’
HARRISBURG, Feb. 6, 2012 — Current state law allows educators who are accused of sexual misconduct with students an opportunity to escape prosecution and even relocate to another district, an injustice that state Sen. Anthony H. Williams said he would stop through his...
Williams: Pennsylvania Supreme Court Got It Right
Applauds Supreme Court’s Redistricting Decision Following the Pennsylvania Supreme Court’s vote and subsequent Opinion in kicking back the 2011 Legislative Reapportionment Plan, state Sen. Anthony H. Williams, Democratic Whip and chair of the Senate’s State Government...
Williams Applauds Supreme Court’s Redistricting Decision
HARRISBURG, Jan. 25, 2012-- State Senator Anthony H. Williams issued the following statement about the Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court’s decision to remand the final 2011 Legislative Reapportionment Plan back to the 2011 Legislative Reapportionment Commission: “The...
Williams: Local Students’ Liberty Bell Project on Display at State Capitol
HARRISBURG, JAN. 20, 2011 — The Liberty Bell is one of the ultimate symbols of freedom in this nation and it is a popular tourist attraction in Philadelphia, which made it a great source of inspiration for youthful artists. Students from several area schools,...
Williams Denounces Asset Test for Food Stamps
Introduces Legislation to Preserve Pennsylvania’s Families Citing the Corbett Administration’s policy proposal to place an asset limit on Pennsylvania’s families to determine eligibility for food stamps, state Senator Anthony H. Williams today introduced SB 1387,...