$664,500 in Funding Secured for Mary D Mine Drainage Remediation
HARRISBURG – A Schuylkill County project will receive funding through Pennsylvania’s Nonpoint Source Implementation Program, according to State Senator Dave Argall (R-29) and State Representative Jerry Knowles (R-124). More than $664,000 has been awarded to the Schuylkill Headwaters Association for the Mary D Borehole Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) Remediation Project in Schuylkill Township. This project […] [Read More]
Senators Browne, Argall and Mensch to Host Energy Forum
Presentation to inform consumers of electric options HARRISBURG – State Senators Pat Browne, David Argall and Bob Mensch will host an Energy Forum on Wednesday, March 31, 2010 from 9 a.m. to Noon at the Schnecksville Fire Company, located at 4550 Old Packhouse Road in Schnecksville. This presentation “How To Be A Smart Electric Consumer” […] [Read More]
Media Advisory
TO: NEWS DIRECTORS, ASSIGNMENT EDITORS AND CAPITOL CORRESPONDENTS SUBJECT: SENATE GOVERNMENT MANAGEMENT AND COST STUDY COMMISSION The third hearing of the Senate Government Management and Cost Study Commission will be held this morning at 10:30 A.M. in Hearing Room #1 of the North Office Building, part of the Capitol Complex. Testimony will be heard from: […] [Read More]
Senate Cost Study Commission Hears Testimony From Other States
HARRISBURG – The Senate Government Management and Costs Study Commission created by Senate Resolution 161 today held its third public hearing on cost reduction efforts. Luke Martel, Fiscal Affairs Analyst for the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), testified before the Commission on the efforts of states who have implemented or proposed cost saving measures […] [Read More]
Senator Argall to Host Residential Electric Consumer Forum, March 18
HARRISBURG – As a result of requests from local residents at several of his recent “town hall” meetings, State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) will host a forum titled: “How to be a Smart Electric Consumer,” at the Schuylkill Training and Technology Center, 101 Technology Drive, Frackville, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, […] [Read More]
Senate Cost-Cutting Commission Examines State Vehicle Fleet Costs, Education Spending
HARRISBURG – The Senate Government Management and Cost Study Commission examined the costs of the state vehicle fleet and possible savings in education spending during today’s hearing, according to Commission Chairman Senator David G. Argall (R-29). The commission heard testimony from Deputy Auditor General for Audits Thomas Marks regarding recent reports on the state vehicle […] [Read More]
Argall Supports Comprehensive Review of State Education Funding
HARRISBURG — Sen. David G. Argall (R-29) has cosponsored a comprehensive review of Pennsylvania school funding. While education is the biggest annual expense for state government, the original “costing-out” study released in 2007 recommended that Pennsylvania increase funding for education by more than $4 billion. This resolution directs the Joint State Government Commission to conduct […] [Read More]
Senate Government Management and Cost Study Commission Sets Hearing for March 8
HARRISBURG – The new Senate Government Management and Cost Study Commission has scheduled their next hearing to discuss cost-cutting measures in state government, according to Commission Chairman Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill). The hearing, scheduled for Monday, March 8, 10:30 A.M. in Hearing Room #1 of the North Office Building, is expected to include testimony […] [Read More]
*EVENT POSTPONED – Rescheduled for April 9, 7:45 A.M.
Argall to Attend Chamber “Coffee Talk” POTTSVILLE – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) will attend a “Coffee Talk with Our Legislators,” hosted by the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Committee. The event will be held on Friday, February 26, 2010, 7:45 A.M. at Penn State Schuylkill Campus, Health & Wellness Center. Argall, who […] [Read More]
Senator Argall’s TV Report Focuses on Unclaimed Property, Upcoming Budget Cycle
HARRISBURG – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) will host State Treasurer Rob McCord to discuss Pennsylvania’s Unclaimed Property Program during his February/March television report. The report will also feature a special segment on the Governor’s FY 2010-2011 Budget Address. Each year, the Pennsylvania Department of Treasury receives millions of dollars in unclaimed property – […] [Read More]
Senate Cost Study Commission Holds First Meeting
Sen. David Argall Elected as Chairman HARRISBURG – The Government Management and Costs Study Commission created by Senate Resolution 161 today held its first public meeting. State Senator David G. Argall (R-29), prime sponsor of SR 161, was unanimously elected as Chairman. “In the midst of this terrible recession, I have encouraged my colleagues in […] [Read More]
Senators Pileggi, Mellow Name Members to Cost Study Commission; First Meeting on Feb. 19
HARRISBURG – Senator Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi (R-9) and Senate Democratic Leader Robert Mellow (D-22) announced today the names of members appointed to the Government Management and Cost Study Commission created by Senate Resolution 161. The leaders also announced that the commission’s first meeting will take place on Friday, February 19, at 11 a.m. in […] [Read More]
Argall Urges Governor to Limit New Spending
HARRISBURG – State Sen. David Argall (R-29) today said Gov. Rendell’s proposal to increase state spending by $1.15 billion and impose new taxes will face close scrutiny in the Senate. Argall serves on the Senate Appropriations Committee, which will hold three weeks of public hearings on the proposed $29 billion 2010-2011 state budget and its […] [Read More]
Argall Supports Bill to Impose Court Costs on Defendants
HARRISBURG – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) today supported a measure requiring defendants found guilty by a jury in a criminal case to pay the court costs associated with their prosecution. The measure was unanimously approved by the Senate, 50-0. Senate Bill 1169, introduced by Senator Mike Waugh (R-York), requires judges to impose court […] [Read More]
Argall Introduces Bill to Strengthen His Downtown Location Law
HARRISBURG –A bill to strengthen Pennsylvania’s Downtown Location Law has been introduced by the law’s original sponsor, State Senator David G. Argall (R-29). Senate Bill 1201 will amend the current law, approved in the 1999-2000 session, to require the Pennsylvania Department of General Services (DGS) to coordinate with local public and private sector community revitalization […] [Read More]
Senate Government Management and Cost Study Commission Sets Hearing for March 8
HARRISBURG – The new Senate Government Management and Cost Study Commission has scheduled their next hearing to discuss cost-cutting measures in state government, according to Commission Chairman Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill). The hearing, scheduled for Monday, March 8, 10:30 A.M. in Hearing Room #1 of the North Office Building, is expected to include testimony […] [Read More]
Senator Argall to Address ‘Generation Next’ Student Program Participants
TAMAQUA – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) will address high school student leaders, representing seven school districts, as part of the Schuylkill Chamber and Schuylkill Vision’s Generation Next Program. The Generation Next Program brings together high school student leaders from all area school districts to share ideas and learn about their community. During the […] [Read More]
$325,000 Secured for Monroe County Projects
HARRISBURG – Two Monroe County projects will receive funding through Pennsylvania’s Community Conservation Partnership Program (CCPP), according to members of its legislative delegation. The funding approved will enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors in the Monroe County area: Tunkhannock Township, $100,000 – Will rehabilitate three miles of trails in the Delaware State […] [Read More]
Sen. Argall, Rep. Goodman Announce Abandoned Mine Improvements for Reilly Township, Schuylkill County
HARRISBURG – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and Representative Neal Goodman (D-123) today announced a state contract that will improve the health and safety of Reilly Township residents. According to both legislators, a $464,000 state contract has been awarded to Brdaric Excavating by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection to clear and backfill, as […] [Read More]
Senator Argall’s TV Report Discusses Healthcare Reform
HARRISBURG – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) recently hosted a public forum with local employees, employers and healthcare providers titled: Reforming Healthcare: The Pennsylvania Perspective. Representatives from the AFL-CIO, Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry, Schuylkill Chamber, Hospital and Healthsystem Association, Pennsylvania Medical Society, Pennsylvania Association for Justice, Capitol Blue Cross, and the Schuylkill […] [Read More]