Media Advisory – State senators to discuss reforms to the process of electing the lieutenant governor
State senators will hold a press conference to discuss their proposed legislation to reform the process of electing the lieutenant governor in Pennsylvania. [Read More]
TV program highlights blight issues
Senator David G. Argall’s (R-Schuylkill/Berks) new monthly television report highlights the bipartisan efforts underway by the Statewide Blight Task Force and the Senate Urban Affairs and Housing Committee. [Read More]
Sen. Argall and Area Veterans Unveil “Network of Care” Website to Link Veterans with Resources
HARRISBURG (May 31, 2017) To assist returning service members in navigating the patchwork of programs and services available to them and their families, Sen. David Argall (R-29) was joined by area veterans in unveiling an innovative new online resource, called the “Network of Care,” today at the Pottsville Career Link. [Read More]
Pennsylvania State Council of Farm Organizations Seminar
On Thursday, June 1, the Pennsylvania State Council of Farm Organizations (PSCFO), along with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, will be holding a community service seminar hosted by the Lewistown Grange. [Read More]
Media Alert – Senate committees will examine current state of natural gas industry
The Senate Majority Policy Committee and Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee will hold a joint public hearing on May 24, 2017 to get an update on the current state of Pennsylvania’s natural gas industry. [Read More]
***Media Advisory*** Two Senate committees to review anti-blight solutions for Harrisburg
The Senate Majority Policy Committee and Senate Urban Affairs and Housing Committee will hold a joint public hearing featuring presentations from the City of Harrisburg, WCI Partners and Community Blight Solutions to review ways the state can assist local officials and developers to revitalize the city and all communities dealing with blight. [Read More]
Blight/Revitalization Issues
Senate Majority Policy Committee and Senate Urban Affairs and Housing Committee – May 23, 2017 [Read More]
Pennsylvania State Council of Farm Organizations Seminar
MAHANOY CITY – On Thursday, June 1, the Pennsylvania State Council of Farm Organizations (PSCFO), along with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, will be holding a community service seminar hosted by the Lewistown Grange. [Read More]
Pennsylvania Natural Gas
Joint Hearing of the Senate Majority Policy and Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committees – May 24, 2017 [Read More]
DiSanto to host roundtable in Harrisburg with two senate committees to discuss anti-blight efforts
HARRISBURG – Senator John DiSanto (R-Dauphin/Perry) is bringing in the Senate Majority Policy and Urban Affairs and Housing committees for a roundtable discussion with city officials, local developers and industry experts to find solutions to combat blight and abandonment in Pennsylvania. [Read More]
Argall, Goodman announce grants for community projects in Schuylkill County
HARRISBURG – Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) and Representative Neal Goodman (D-Schuylkill) announced a total of five grants today that will support community improvement projects in Girardville, Saint Clair, Pottsville, Minersville and Shenandoah. [Read More]
Senators have plan to reduce number of state government offices, reduce costs
Two senators from opposite sides of the state have seen firsthand the floors of empty office space currently owned by Pennsylvania state government agencies. Now, Senators David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) and Randy Vulakovich (R-Allegheny) have found a way to rehabilitate state-owned space and eliminate the need for additional rental costs. [Read More]
Argall proposes constitutional amendment to reform lieutenant governor selection process
HARRISBURG – Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) is proposing a new way to select lieutenant governors to mirror how vice presidents are selected at the federal level. Listen [Read More]
Argall set to host over 100 high school students at upcoming student government event
Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) is expecting record attendance at his upcoming annual “Senator for a Day” student government seminar on Thursday, May 11 at Penn State University Schuylkill Campus. [Read More]
TV program highlights local addiction treatment center
Senator David G. Argall’s (R-Schuylkill/Berks) new monthly television report highlights the tremendous work being accomplished at a local Berks County addiction treatment center to combat the heroin and opioid crisis. [Read More]
Blight Task Force plans new measures to fight blight
HARRISBURG – Members of the Statewide Blight Task Force gathered in the state Capitol Building today to discuss the group’s priorities for the upcoming session and reflect on the numerous recent anti-blight bills that have been signed into law to help revitalize Pennsylvania communities. [Read More]
Media Advisory – Blight Task Force to celebrate successes, unveil legislative agenda on Monday
The Statewide Blight Task Force will celebrate the significant progress that has been made in recent years to combat blight. [Read More]
Senate approves Argall’s resolution requiring independent study of state-owned universities
The Senate of Pennsylvania approved a resolution sponsored by Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) that requires an independent study of the future of the State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) to be completed by the end of the year. [Read More]
Senate committee approves Argall bill to protect consumers
The Senate Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee approved a proposal written by Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) that would protect consumers utilizing household goods movers. [Read More]
Committee advances Argall measure to review future of State System of Higher Education
HARRISBURG – The Senate Education Committee unanimously approved a resolution sponsored by Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) that calls for an independent review of the future of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). Listen [Read More]