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September 2, 2010

Legislators Voice Concern Regarding Use of Biosolids in Local Mine Reclamation

HARRISBURG – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and State Representative Jerry Knowles (R-124) today expressed strong concerns regarding the use of biosolids, also referred to as ‘treated sewer sludge,’ in the reclamation of abandoned strip mines in Schuylkill Township. Their concerns were prompted by a proposal Wednesday evening of an Elizabethtown-based consulting firm to […] [Read More]

July 30, 2010

Senator Argall to Hold Office Hours at Schuylkill County Fair

State Senator Dave Argall (R-29) will host office hours at the Schuylkill County Fair the week of Monday, August 2 through Saturday, August 7. Located in the Indoor Midway area of the complex, Senator Argall’s Office will be able to answer state-related questions, assist with PennDOT or Property Tax/ Rent Rebate Forms and provide information […] [Read More]

July 29, 2010

Sen. Argall’s TV Report: Proposed Solutions to Blight

HARRISBURG – This month’s local TV report by Senator Argall focuses on Senate Bill 900, the proposed Neighborhood Blight Reclamation and Revitalization Act. “I introduced this bill 13 months ago to continue the work of my predecessor, Senator Rhoades,” said Argall. “The goal is the same, the elimination of blight in the areas that he […] [Read More]

July 26, 2010

Argall Introducing Legislation to Prevent Loss of Highway Dollars to Mass Transit Agencies

HARRISBURG – With Governor Rendell again threatening to “flex” millions of dollars in federal highway and bridge funds to urban transportation systems, State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) is introducing legislation prohibiting this action. Senate Bill 1450 would strictly prohibit the State Transportation Commission from diverting any additional federal highway and bridge dollars to mass […] [Read More]

July 23, 2010

PENNVEST Approves Funding for Two Schuylkill Projects

HARRISBURG – Two Schuylkill County water and sewer projects will receive more than $900,000 in grants and low-interest loans from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST), according to State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and Representative Jerry Knowles (R-124). As part of the current round of PENNVEST loan and grant initiatives, Port Clinton Borough will […] [Read More]

July 20, 2010

Senate Unanimously Approves Bill to Fight Blight

HARRISBURG – The Senate unanimously approved legislation today to help municipalities prevent blight and remediate abandoned properties, according to State Senator David G. Argall (R-29). Senate Bill 900, sponsored by Argall, would hold property owners accountable for the costs to secure, remediate or demolish blighted structures. The bill would also expedite the process of prosecuting […] [Read More]

July 9, 2010

Grant Leverages More than $3 Million for “Liberty Hall”

HARRISBURG – A historic Tamaqua area landmark will be converted into residential living units as part of a neighborhood redevelopment project, according to State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and Representative Jerry Knowles (R-124). The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) has announced approval of $3.8 million for the restoration and reuse of the historic ‘Liberty […] [Read More]

July 9, 2010

Sen. Argall’s TV Report: Commission Identifies $457 Million in State Savings

HARRISBURG – A recent report released by the Senate Government Management and Cost Study Commission has identified over $457 million in savings to the Commonwealth, according to State Senator David G. Argall (R-29). The Senate Commission’s public hearings and final press conference are the focus of this month’s Argall Report. Since February, the Senate Commission, […] [Read More]

July 9, 2010

PIDA Loan Benefits Empire Education Group

HARRISBURG – Empire Education Group (EEG), a Schuylkill County based company, has been awarded a $2 million loan through the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA), according to State Senator David G. Argall (R-29). The EEG expansion project, which includes a new 30,000 square ft. office space and the renovation of the existing 64,000 square ft. […] [Read More]

June 28, 2010

Commission Presents Final Recommendations to Senate Leaders

HARRISBURG – The Senate Government Management and Cost Study Commission presented its final report today outlining over 40 recommendations to reduce or eliminate unnecessary government expenditures. If all recommendations were fully implemented, the projected cost savings would total over $400 million within the first three years, according to Commission Chairman State Senator David G. Argall […] [Read More]