News Releases Archives - Page 94 of 111

May 3, 2011

Senate Committee Approves Argall Bill to Protect Property Owners that Allow Land for Public Use

HARRISBURG – The Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee passed legislation today sponsored by Senator David G. Argall (R-29) that would encourage property owners to make land and water areas available to the public for recreational purposes. Argall’s legislation would limit property owners’ liability when they open their land for recreational activities. “This legislation seeks […] [Read More]

May 3, 2011

Senator Argall’s Statement on ‘Bath Salts’ Legislation Passing Senate Judiciary Committee

HARRISBURG – Senator David G. Argall (R-29) released the following statement regarding Senate Bill 1006, Senator Vogel’s legislation to ban the sale of ‘bath salts’ in the state of Pennsylvania, passage in the Senate’s Judiciary Committee: “I’m pleased to see the legislature move quickly on such a terrible tragedy that has unfolded across the state. […] [Read More]

May 2, 2011

Senate Appropriations Committee Passes Senator Argall’s Legislation Providing Special License Plates for Decorated Military Vets

HARRISBURG – Today, the Senate Appropriations Committee unanimously approved Senate Bill 468, legislation sponsored by Senator Argall to provide special vehicle plates for recipients of the Silver Star, Bronze Star and Bronze Star with Valor. “This legislation was suggested to me by Mayor Michael Cooper of Deer Lake, an Iraq war veteran,” said Argall. “I […] [Read More]

April 28, 2011

Op-Ed: Voters Should Have a Voice in Property Tax Debate

By: Senator David G. Argall During dozens of town hall meetings throughout the six counties which I represent, the unfair property tax burden is one of the biggest concerns expressed by my constituents. However, while everyone agrees that the system is broken, no one has been able to reach a consensus on the best way […] [Read More]

April 27, 2011

House Transportation Committee Passes Bill to Rename Portion of I-78 after CMSgt. Etchberger

HAMBURG – Legislation to designate a twelve mile portion of Interstate 78 in the Hamburg Area as the CMSgt. Richard L. Etchberger Memorial Highway was approved today by the House Transportation Committee. The legislation, Senate Bill 199, was introduced by Senator Dave Argall (R-29) and is being guided through the House by Representative Jerry Knowles […] [Read More]

April 26, 2011

Argall: New Anti-Blight Law Begins Helping Pennsylvania Communities

HARRISBURG – Senator David G. Argall (R-29) joined colleagues from both the Senate and House Urban Affairs and Housing Committees at a press conference today to highlight a new anti-blight law that went into effect Monday. “Act 90 is now in effect throughout Pennsylvania. I am thankful so many organizations and associations are stepping up […] [Read More]

April 21, 2011

Argall’s Cancer Presumption Bill for Firefighters Unanimously Passes Senate, Moves to House

HARRISBURG – Legislation to include cancer as part of the list of occupational diseases for firefighters has been approved unanimously by the State Senate. The legislation, Senate Bill 654, was introduced by Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and now moves to the House of Representatives for its consideration. “As many brave men and women, both […] [Read More]

April 18, 2011

Argall, Heffley, Yudichak Introduce Property Tax Referendum

State Senators Dave Argall (R-29) and John Yudichak (D-14) and Representative Doyle Heffley (R-122), standing together at an old one-room schoolhouse, today introduced bipartisan legislation to help Pennsylvania voters eliminate the state's outdated and archaic school property tax system. [Read More]

April 15, 2011

Media Advisory

Argall, Yudichak, Heffley to Hold Press Conference to Announce Property Tax Referendum Legislation WHO: State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) State Senator John Yudichak (D-14) State Representative Doyle Heffley (R-122) WHAT: Senator Argall, Senator Yudichak and Representative Heffley are holding a press conference to introduce their property tax referendum legislation. WHEN: Monday, April 18, 2011 […] [Read More]

April 12, 2011

Argall, Panel Evaluate Waste Tire Recycling

HARRISBURG – At Senator David G. Argall’s (R-29) request, the Joint Legislative Air and Water Pollution Control and Conservation Committee is reviewing Pennsylvania’s Waste Tire Recycling efforts. The Joint Committee’s review began with a public hearing Monday morning at the Capitol. Pennsylvanians currently generate roughly 12 million scrap tires each year, which is enough to […] [Read More]