Senator Argall’s TV Report Focuses on Local Office Services
HARRISBURG – Senator Argall’s July television report focuses on constituent services offered in his local offices. Senator Argall’s special guest on the program is Representative Jerry Knowles (R-124). Argall and Knowles share several local offices offering a wide range of services such as: Property Tax forms, PACE/PACENET applications, copies of Birth and Death records and […] [Read More]
Argall, Goodman Announce Funding for Schuylkill County Dam Projects
HARRISBURG – Five Schuylkill County dam improvement projects will receive funding from the Commonwealth Financing Authority, according to Sen. David Argall (R-29) and Rep. Neal Goodman (D-123). “It is important for the state to take action to protect the lives and property of those who would be affected by a dam failure,” Argall said. “I […] [Read More]
Argall to Introduce Legislation Eliminating Blight
HARRISBURG – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) is introducing legislation to help municipalities prevent blight and remediate abandoned properties. The Neighborhood Blight Reclamation and Revitalization Act would expedite the process of prosecuting owners of blighted properties and give municipalities the authority to go after the financial assets of negligent owners. The bill would clarify […] [Read More]
Sen. Argall, Rep. Knowles Announce Funding to Create Safe Routes to School
HARRISBURG – Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and Representative Jerry Knowles (R-124) today announced $303,985 for Orwigsburg Borough as part of the federally funded program designed to make it safer for kids to walk and bike to school. The Borough will use the funding to construct sidewalks and curbing on Lawrence and Red Dale Road […] [Read More]
Argall Announces Grant for Lynn Township, Lehigh County
HARRISBURG – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) today announced a state grant that will improve the health and safety of Lehigh County residents. According to Argall, an $82,310.57 grant has been awarded to Lynn Township under the Sewage Facilities Grants Program of Act 537 of 1966. The grant is administered by the Pennsylvania Department […] [Read More]
Senator Argall Cosponsors Legislation to Ban Gaming Contributions
HARRISBURG – Senator David Argall (R-29) has cosponsored legislation that would reinstate the ban on political contributions by gaming interests. The General Assembly enacted a ban on contributions, but the state Supreme Court ruled last month that the ban was unconstitutional because it was too broad. The new legislation cosponsored by Argall would correct language […] [Read More]
Senate Committee Hears Testimony on Blight Legislation
HARRISBURG – The Senate Urban Affairs and Housing Committee, chaired by Senator Gene Yaw (R-23) and Vice-Chair Senator David Argall (R-29) met today to hear testimony on blighted property and the Neighborhood Blight Reclamation and Revitalization Act. Senate Bill 900, sponsored by Senator Argall, would hold property owners accountable for the costs to secure, remediate […] [Read More]
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Senate Urban Affairs and Housing Committee to Hold Hearing on Blighted Property and the Neighborhood Blight Reclamation and Revitalization Act (SB 1291 OF 2007-2008 Session) The Senate Urban Affairs and Housing Committee will hold a hearing to listen to testimony on blighted property and the Neighborhood Blight Reclamation and Revitalization Act (SB 1291 of 2007-2008 […] [Read More]
Senate Approves Argall Resolution Honoring Veteran Education Program
HARRISBURG – The Senate today approved a resolution honoring a program that provides financial career training for disabled veterans. The Wall Street Warfighters Foundation offers a financial and trading education program to provide more career opportunities for members of the Armed Forces who have suffered a combat-related disability. The program is open to any military […] [Read More]
Argall Advocates Property Tax Referendum
HARRISBURG – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) today announced a measure that would give Pennsylvania voters a stronger voice in the elimination of the state’s outdated school property tax system. Argall highlighted his proposal to eliminate the burdensome tax at a morning press conference in Schuylkill County, followed by an afternoon press conference at […] [Read More]
Argall and McCall Announce $3.8 Million for Sewer Upgrades
HARRISBURG – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and Speaker of the House of Representatives Keith R. McCall (D-122) today announced a state loan and grant that will improve the health and safety of Carbon County residents. “When the Department of Environmental Protection mandates a new sewer system, the burden on our municipalities and ratepayers […] [Read More]
Argall’s April TV Program Airs Swearing-In
HARRISBURG – State Senator David G. Argall’s (R-29) swearing-in ceremony is the focus of “The Argall Report,” a monthly public affairs television program hosted by the Senator. Senator Argall was sworn into office on Tuesday, March 17, 2009. The program will air throughout April as follows: Blue Ridge Communications, Channel 13, every Tuesday at 9 […] [Read More]
Senator Argall Takes Part In LCCC Student Center Dedication
HARRISBURG – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) took part in the grand opening and dedication of the Lisa Jane Scheller Student Center at Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) today. Argall was able to secure $100,000 state grant for the new student center, which includes a book store, game room and study area, will provide […] [Read More]
Argall Supports Citizenship Legislation
Legislation Would Require Identification of Lawful Presence in the United States As a Prerequisite to Receive Public Benefits HARRISBURG – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) today voted in support of legislation that would require individuals applying for state benefits to show proper identification to prove United States citizenship. Argall said a person who applies […] [Read More]
Senator Argall Joins Campaign To Ensure “Pennsylvania Works”
HARRISBURG – Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) yesterday joined a coalition of environmental, conservation, preservation, housing and research groups for a press conference to outline proposals to build jobs, promote prosperous and green communities, and advocate for government accountability. The campaign, Pennsylvania Works!, will work to create public policy that puts Pennsylvanians to work and build […] [Read More]
Constituent Services, Information Available at SenatorArgall.com
HARRISBURG – Constituent services and information about valuable state programs and services are now available at Senator David Argall’s (R-29) website, senatorargall.com. The website includes links to state information and programs, including birth and death certificates, property tax/rent rebate forms, PACE and PACENET applications, state tax forms, absentee ballot applications, and information on PHEAA and […] [Read More]
Argall Sworn In As Senator For 29th Senatorial District
HARRISBURG – Senator David Argall (R-29) was sworn into office for his first term representing the 29th Senatorial District at a Capitol ceremony today. Argall said his main focus in the Senate would be on economic development and community revitalization in downtowns and industrial areas. Prior to his election to the Senate, Argall spent 24 […] [Read More]
Senator-Elect Argall To Be Sworn Into Office Tuesday
HARRISBURG – Senator-elect David Argall (R-29) will be sworn into office for his first term representing the 29th Senatorial District on the Senate floor Tuesday at 1 p.m. Prior to his election to the Senate, Argall spent 24 years as a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. He served terms as Republican Whip, Appropriations […] [Read More]