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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]

Berks high school students set to become ‘Senators’ during student government seminar on Oct. 1
September 25, 2015

Berks high school students set to become ‘Senators’ during student government seminar on Oct. 1

SPRING TOWNSHIP – Students from six area high schools will be participating in Senator David G. Argall’s (R-Schuylkill/Berks) second-annual student government seminar at Penn State Berks on Thursday, October 1.  [Read More]

Argall pushes federal officials to support U.S. anthracite coal
September 16, 2015

Argall pushes federal officials to support U.S. anthracite coal

HARRISBURG – The state Senate unanimously adopted a resolution calling on the president and federal lawmakers to impose tariffs on imported anthracite coal on Wednesday, according to Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks).  [Read More]

Health care cost savings study needs input from more school districts, Senators say
September 14, 2015

Health care cost savings study needs input from more school districts, Senators say

HARRISBURG – A comprehensive study is moving forward to identify cost-saving opportunities for public school employee health care plans, according to Senators David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) and Bob Mensch (R-Berks/Bucks/Montgomery).  [Read More]

Argall, Knowles join first responders in West Penn Township to commemorate Patriot Day
September 11, 2015

Argall, Knowles join first responders in West Penn Township to commemorate Patriot Day

NEW RINGGOLD – The service and bravery of West Penn Township Police Officer Melissa Ruch were praised by state and local officials on Patriot Day.  [Read More]

Challenges facing anthracite coal industry featured in Argall’s latest television program
September 10, 2015

Challenges facing anthracite coal industry featured in Argall’s latest television program

HARRISBURG – The significant challenges facing Pennsylvania’s anthracite coal industry are highlighted in the most recent edition of The Argall Report, according to Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks).   [Read More]

Argall supports penalties for municipalities protecting illegal immigrants
August 19, 2015

Argall supports penalties for municipalities protecting illegal immigrants

HARRISBURG – Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) is throwing his support behind legislation to curb illegal immigration in Pennsylvania.  [Read More]

Community service efforts featured in Argall’s latest television program
August 6, 2015

Community service efforts featured in Argall’s latest television program

HARRISBURG – The exceptional community service efforts of several local volunteers were highlighted in the most recent edition of The Argall Report, according to Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks).  [Read More]

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