By: Senator David G. Argall (R-29) Throughout this difficult economic cycle, my top goal is to do whatever I can to protect local jobs and get our unemployed and underemployed workers back to work. Other states are hurting their abilities to attract business. For example, Connecticut passed the largest tax increase in their state’s history […] [Read More]
TAMAQUA – This month’s local TV report by Senator Argall focuses on the ‘Senator for a Day’ program which he hosted at Lehigh Carbon Community College’s Tamaqua Campus. The program included eleven local area high schools from the 29th Senatorial District. Senator Argall emphasized the importance of hosting the program. “When I hosted my ‘Senator […] [Read More]
HARRISBURG – Senator David G. Argall (R-29) today announced the General Assembly has released $50 million of its reserve account to restore funding for public schools. “After hearing from many different taxpayers at numerous town hall meetings throughout all of the six counties I represent, I am pleased to say we listened to their message […] [Read More]
HARRISBURG – Legislation to include cancer as part of the list of occupational diseases for firefighters was unanimously passed by the Senate on Monday. The legislation, House Bill 797, was introduced by Representative Frank Farry (R-Bucks County) with companion legislation in the Senate, Senate Bill 654, introduced by Senator David G. Argall (R-29). The legislation […] [Read More]
HARRISBURG – Senator David G. Argall (R-29) voted today in favor of a $27.148 billion state budget which should allow the state to begin its budget year on time, for the first time in nine years. “The Senate passed a balanced budget that does not raise taxes. During these tough economic times, we have all […] [Read More]
MAHANOY CITY – Senator David G. Argall (R-29) announced that the application deadline for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program has been extended from June 30 to December 31. The income eligibility level for the Property Tax Rebate Program is $35,000 a year, excluding half of Social Security income, and the maximum rebate is $650. The […] [Read More]
Dear Editor: A recent editorial in the Reading Eagle (“Millions wasted on curb cuts that lead to nowhere,” June 18) pointed out the absolute absurdity of several wasteful spending mandates that were included in the federal stimulus bill. However, the same editorial seemed to vilify those of us who helped bring this issue to light […] [Read More]
Argall, Knowles to Address State Issues at Tamaqua Chamber Breakfast WHO: State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) State Representative Jerry Knowles (R-124) Members of the Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce WHAT: Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and Representative Jerry Knowles (R-124) will address state issues at the Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce breakfast. The majority […] [Read More]
HARRISBURG – Today, the Senate unanimously approved Governor Tom Corbett’s nomination of Robert E. Ames of Coaldale to serve on Pennsylvania’s Nursing Board. The State Board of Nursing establishes rules and regulations for the licensure and practice of professional and practical nursing in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and provides for the examination of all applicants. […] [Read More]
HARRISBURG – Senator David G. Argall (R-29) had two bills advance in their respective committees this morning. Senate Bill 468, which cleared the Senate in May, passed the House Transportation Committee. This legislation would provide special vehicle plates for recipients of the Silver Star, Bronze Star, Bronze Star with Valor, Distinguished Service Cross, Distinguished Flying […] [Read More]
