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
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]
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
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
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
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
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
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]
Tour of Pennsylvania College of Technology & Lycoming Engines
October 22, 2015 | 10:00 a.m. [Read More]
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Senate Majority Policy Committee AND Senate Minority Policy Committee – September 30, 2015 [Read More]