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Sponsors of Property Tax Independence Act issue statement on efforts to eliminate school property taxes
November 17, 2015

Sponsors of Property Tax Independence Act issue statement on efforts to eliminate school property taxes

HARRISBURG – Senators David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) Mike Folmer (R-Lebanon/Dauphin/York), Mario Scavello (R-Monroe/Northampton), Scott Wagner (R-York), Judy Schwank (D-Berks), John Yudichak (D-Luzerne/Carbon), Lisa Boscola (D-Lehigh/Northampton), Andy Dinniman (D-Chester) and John Eichelberger (R-Blair) released the following statement regarding their efforts to pass the Property Tax Independence Act in the Senate.  [Read More]

Thursday Conference to discuss SB 76–Property Tax Elimination–now tentatively scheduled for a first ever vote in the Senate next week
November 10, 2015

Thursday Conference to discuss SB 76–Property Tax Elimination–now tentatively scheduled for a first ever vote in the Senate next week

This Thursday, November 12, Stout Associates Realtors and the Pennsylvania Coalition of Taxpayer Associations (PCTA) will hold a conference on Senate Bill 76, the Property Tax Independence Act.  [Read More]

 
November 6, 2015

Argall’s monthly TV show highlights Dear Tamaqua celebration, revitalization efforts

TAMAQUA – Revitalization efforts in the Tamaqua area are featured in the latest edition of Senator David G. Argall’s (R-Schuylkill/Berks) monthly television program.    [Read More]

Argall’s super load transport bill signed into law
October 30, 2015

Argall’s super load transport bill signed into law

HARRISBURG – Qualified private companies will soon begin to facilitate transportation of super-sized loads thanks to a new law authored by Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks).  [Read More]

LIHEAP application period opens November 2
October 30, 2015

LIHEAP application period opens November 2

HARRISBURG – Families who are experiencing a heating emergency or are having trouble paying heating bills can apply for assistance beginning on Monday, November 2, according to Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks).  [Read More]

Senate passes measure to prevent spread of blight
October 28, 2015

Senate passes measure to prevent spread of blight

HARRISBURG – The Senate unanimously passed a proposal today authored by Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) to shorten the timeframe in which property owners must bring their property into compliance with property maintenance codes.  [Read More]

Senate approves Argall bill targeting illegal movers
October 27, 2015

Senate approves Argall bill targeting illegal movers

HARRISBURG – The Senate passed a measure today that would strengthen penalties levied against illegal household goods movers, according to the bill’s sponsor, Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks).  [Read More]

Senators propose study of state office space holdings
October 26, 2015

Senators propose study of state office space holdings

HARRISBURG – As part of their ongoing efforts to find ways to eliminate unnecessary state spending, state Senators David G Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) and Randy Vulakovich (R-Allegheny) want to know if the state’s office space holdings have matched the downward trend in the number of people employed by the state.  [Read More]

 
October 19, 2015

Tour of Pennsylvania College of Technology & Lycoming Engines

October 22, 2015 | 10:00 a.m.       [Read More]

Argall to participate in upcoming senior expos
October 19, 2015

Argall to participate in upcoming senior expos

HARRISBURG – Senator David G. Argall’s (R-Schuylkill/Berks) office will offer information to help local seniors during two upcoming senior expos.  [Read More]

Argall earns statewide recognition for efforts to protect consumers
October 19, 2015

Argall earns statewide recognition for efforts to protect consumers

HARRISBURG – Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) was named “Friend of the Association” by the Pennsylvania Moving and Storage Associates (PMSA) for his efforts to protect Pennsylvania consumers.  [Read More]

Argall supports effort to promote independence of state Inspector General
October 15, 2015

Argall supports effort to promote independence of state Inspector General

HARRISBURG – Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) is co-sponsoring a bill that would certify the Office of the Inspector General and ensure the office can operate independently.  [Read More]

Study to evaluate opportunities for public-private partnerships for veterans’ care
October 13, 2015

Study to evaluate opportunities for public-private partnerships for veterans’ care

HARRISBURG – The Senate adopted a resolution to study options to provide additional care for veterans, according to the proposal’s sponsor Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks).   [Read More]

Sinking Spring, Spring Township attractions featured in Argall’s monthly TV show
October 7, 2015

Sinking Spring, Spring Township attractions featured in Argall’s monthly TV show

HARRISBURG – Businesses and community service organizations in Sinking Spring and Spring Township are featured in the latest edition of Senator David G. Argall’s (R-Schuylkill/Berks) monthly television show.   [Read More]

House approves Argall super load transport bill
September 30, 2015

House approves Argall super load transport bill

HARRISBURG – The House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved a measure on Tuesday sponsored by Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) that would allow private companies to assist with the movement of super-sized transport vehicles.  [Read More]

Media Advisory – Lawmakers will study creation of Waterfront Development Tax Credit
September 29, 2015

Media Advisory – Lawmakers will study creation of Waterfront Development Tax Credit

Members of the Senate Majority Policy Committee and Democratic Policy Committee will hold a joint hearing to examine Senate Bill 282, legislation that would establish a Waterfront Development Tax Credit to encourage private investment in waterfront property, spur economic development, and promote environmental improvements and public recreational opportunities.   [Read More]

Argall disappointed in governor’s veto of vital state funding to schools, social services
September 29, 2015

Argall disappointed in governor’s veto of vital state funding to schools, social services

HARRISBURG – Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) released the following statement regarding the governor’s veto of the emergency funding budget.  [Read More]

Bipartisan proposal would protect highway construction workers, motorists
September 29, 2015

Bipartisan proposal would protect highway construction workers, motorists

HARRISBURG – A bipartisan proposal that would create a five-year pilot program to place automated speed enforcement systems in active work zones won the unanimous approval of the Senate Transportation Committee today.  [Read More]

Proposal would provide another weapon in arsenal against blight
September 29, 2015

Proposal would provide another weapon in arsenal against blight

HARRISBURG – The Senate Urban Affairs and Housing Committee unanimously approved a proposal by Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) on Monday to shorten the timeframe when property owners must bring their property into compliance with property maintenance codes.  [Read More]

Senate Bill 282 – Waterfront Development Tax Credits
September 25, 2015

Senate Bill 282 – Waterfront Development Tax Credits

Senate Majority Policy Committee AND Senate Minority Policy Committee – September 30, 2015   [Read More]

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