Argall Resolution to Study Jobs and Economic Impact of Breweries in PA Approved by Committee
HARRISBURG – The Senate Law and Justice Committee unanimously passed a resolution today sponsored by Senator David G. Argall (R-29) to study the economic impacts of breweries in Pennsylvania. Senate Resolution 216 will thoroughly examine the economic impacts, with a focus on jobs, of breweries in Pennsylvania through the General Assembly’s Legislative Budget and Finance […] [Read More]
Argall Amendment Approved to Require State to Review Costs and Benefits of KOZs
Senator David G. Argall (R-29) today offered an amendment to Senate Bill 1237 which would require Pennsylvania’s Department of Community and Economic Development to annually report to the General Assembly on the costs and benefits of Keystone Opportunity Zones (KOZs) every year. [Read More]
Flood Relief Bills Fast Tracked through Senate, Heads to House
HARRISBURG – The flood relief package, consisting of Senate Bills 1264, 1266, 1267, 1268, 1269, 1271, 1297 and 1323, passed today in the State Senate. Senator David G. Argall, who represents communities greatly impacted by storm damage and a co-sponsor of the legislation, applauded Senate leaders for prioritizing the bills that will provide much-needed relief […] [Read More]
Argall Announces $500,000 in State Investment for Jobs in Berks County
READING – Senator David G. Argall (R-29) today announced a $500,000 grant award through the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) for the Berks County Industrial Development Authority (BCIDA) for the creation of an industrial park in Bern Township. Argall made the announcement at the authority’s board meeting this morning with Senator Judy Schwank (D-11), Ken […] [Read More]
Flood Relief Package Moves Out of Senate Appropriations Committee
HARRISBURG – The Senate Appropriations Committee unanimously approved the flood relief package, consisting of Senate Bills 1264, 1266, 1267, 1268, 1269, 1271, 1297 and 1323, Senator David G. Argall (R-29) announced following the meeting. Argall, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, voiced his support and satisfaction with the committee’s action on much-needed relief for […] [Read More]
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Senator Argall to Announce Grant for Berks County Industrial Development Authority WHO: State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) Thomas C. McKeon, Executive Director, Berks County Industrial Development Authority WHAT: Senator David G. Argall (R-29) is announcing a grant award through the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program for the Berks County Industrial Development Authority. WHEN: Monday, November […] [Read More]
Legislators Announce $500,000 in State Investment for Schuylkill Medical Center
POTTSVILLE – Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and Representatives Neal Goodman (D-123) and Mike Tobash (R-125) today joined John E. Simodejka, President and CEO of Schuylkill Health System, to announce a $500,000 grant award through the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) for the Schuylkill Medical Center towards infrastructure improvements. This $500,000 investment, combined with local […] [Read More]
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Legislators to Announce Grant for Schuylkill Medical Center WHO: State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) State Representative Neal Goodman (D-123) State Representative Mike Tobash (R-125) John Simodejka, President/CEO, Schuylkill Health System WHAT: Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and Representatives Neal Goodman (D-123) and Mike Tobash (R-125) are announcing a grant award through the Redevelopment Assistance […] [Read More]
Op-Ed: LCCC Business Enterprise Center Offers New Opportunities for Budding Job Creators
By: Senator David G. Argall (R-29) Small businesses are the backbone of our state, local and national economy, providing more than half of all jobs across the entire nation. However, starting a new business can be a very complex and difficult process fraught with potential pitfalls around every corner. It is extremely important to ensure […] [Read More]
The Argall Report: Creating New Jobs through Lehigh Carbon Community College’s John E. Morgan Business Enterprise Center
TAMAQUA – This month’s local TV report by Senator Argall focuses on the new John E. Morgan Business Enterprise Center at Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) in Tamaqua. LCCC recently hosted their 3rd annual Entrepreneur Week with the theme of “Creating Economic Vitality through Entrepreneurship” where Senator Argall spoke about how small business can create […] [Read More]
Senator Argall’s Statement on Texting Legislation Passing General Assembly
Senator David G. Argall (R-29) today released the following statement regarding Senate Bill 314, Senator Tomlinson’s (R-6) legislation to ban the use of “texting” while driving in the state of Pennsylvania. [Read More]
Senator Argall Reminds Low-Income, Elderly of Heating Assistance Program Begins November 1
MAHANOY CITY – Senator David G. Argall (R-29) announced low-income and fixed-income residents may apply for Pennsylvania’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) beginning on November 1, 2011. LIHEAP offers a lifeline for residents unable to heat their homes. “Home heating costs are sure to rise as we approach the winter months,” said Argall. “Unfortunately, […] [Read More]
Argall Applauds DPW’s Efforts to Reduce Welfare Fraud
HARRISBURG – Senator David G. Argall (R-29) today praised the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare for identifying and removing 113,000 former beneficiaries who are either ineligible, deceased or have left the state. Closing these 113,000 cases is estimated to save taxpayers $25.1 million. Argall, who served as Chairman of last year’s Senate Government Management and […] [Read More]
Two Bills Suggested by Local Residents Move in Senate
HARRISBURG – Legislation that would encourage property owners to make land and water areas available to the public for recreational purposes unanimously passed the Senate today, while legislation addressing pay differences between corrections managers and lower-ranking officers passed unanimously in the Senate Judiciary Committee. Senate Bills 469 and 1019 were suggested to Senator Argall by […] [Read More]
The Argall Report: FesslerUSA
ORWIGSBURG – This month’s local TV report by Senator Argall focuses on a local employer combining old and new industries. Founded in 1900, FesslerUSA is a family-owned private label knitwear producer with a focus on custom garments. Recently, the company embarked on a four year project, which added 1,608 solar panels that supply between 50% […] [Read More]
St. Luke’s Health Center in McAdoo Awarded $200,000 State Grant
MCADOO – Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and Representative Jerry Knowles (R-124) today announced a $200,000 grant award for the St. Luke’s Health Center in McAdoo from the Pennsylvania Department of Health with Bill Moyer, President of St. Luke’s Miners Memorial Hospital and Andrea Ulshafer, Physicians Assistant at St. Luke’s Health Center. A highly competitive […] [Read More]
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Senator Argall to Announce Grant for St. Luke’s Health Center – McAdoo WHO: State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) Bill Moyer, President, St. Luke’s Miners Memorial Hospital Andrea Ulshafer, PA, St. Luke’s Miners Memorial Hospital WHAT: Senator David G. Argall (R-29) is announcing a grant award for the St. Luke’s Health Center in McAdoo from […] [Read More]
Argall, Knowles: Portion of Interstate 78 Honors Local American Hero
HAMBURG – Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and Representative Jerry Knowles (R-124) announced today that signs have been placed on Interstate 78 in the Hamburg area dedicating the 12-mile portion as the CMSgt. Richard L. Etchberger Memorial Highway. Senate Bill 199, now Act 4 of 2011, designated a 12-mile portion of Interstate 78 in the […] [Read More]
The Argall Report: The Reading, Blue Mountain and Northern Railroad
PORT CLINTON – This month’s local TV report by Senator Argall takes an in-depth look at the Reading, Blue Mountain and Northern Railroad in Port Clinton. The conversation highlights the launch of the business, the current state of the railroad industry and future plans for expansion. “We continue to focus on employers who are not […] [Read More]
Local Legislators Applaud Senator Toomey, Secretary LaHood
HARRISBURG – Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and Representatives Jerry Knowles (R-124) and Mike Tobash (R-125) applauded Senator Pat Toomey and Secretary Ray LaHood for removing unnecessary and costly federal requirements for new local street signs. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation estimated the cost to be approximately $10 million for the entire state. The federal […] [Read More]