Hazleton Secures State Funding for Sewer Repairs
The Greater Hazleton Joint Sewer Authority secured a loan of $6,727,0000 to make needed repairs to their storm and sanitary sewer system, according to Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Rep. Dane Watro (R-116). [Read More]
Frackville Secures State Funding for Sewer Repairs
The Frackville Area Municipal Authority secured a low-interest loan for $1,215,000 to replace the Fireman’s Road Pump Station, according to Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-123). [Read More]
Little Leaf Farms Expansion Awarded State Grant
A state grant of $501,136 was awarded to Little Leaf Farms to support their efforts to build four new ten-acre indoor greenhouses, according to Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-122). [Read More]
Hearing to discuss Student Opportunities for Success
Senate Education Committee | Tuesday, July 25, 2023 | 2:30 p.m. | Alvernia University, 540 Upland Avenue, Reading, PA 19611 [Read More]
July Argall TV Report: History and Recreation in Carbon County
The July edition of the local TV program hosted by Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) focuses on recent grants in Carbon County. [Read More]
Senate Votes to Ensure Educational Opportunities for Children of National Guard and Reserve Members
Legislation to reduce the educational challenges faced by children of National Guard and Reserve members was unanimously approved today by the Senate, Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) said. [Read More]
Senate Education Committee Advances Bipartisan Bills to Remove Barriers for Teachers, Military Families Moving to Pennsylvania
The Senate Education Committee advanced a bill sponsored by committee chairman Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) today to remove barriers to acquiring certification for qualified teachers moving to Pennsylvania. [Read More]
Meeting to consider SB 843 and HB 1094
Senate Education Committee | Tuesday, June 27, 2023 | 10 a.m. | Room 8E-B, East Wing [Read More]
Senate Education Committee Gives Favorable Recommendation to Acting Sec. of Education Khalid Mumin
The Senate Education Committee held a confirmation hearing for the Acting Secretary of Education, Dr. Khalid Mumin, today, reporting his nomination to the full Senate with a favorable recommendation by a vote of 9-2, according to committee chairman Sen. Dave Argall (R-29). [Read More]
Argall Bill to Prevent Pennsylvania Taxpayer Dollars from Supporting Russian War Criminals Approved in Committee
A bill introduced by Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) to prevent Pennsylvania taxpayer dollars from being used by companies who do business with Russia or Belarus was approved with unanimous support by the Senate State Government Committee today. [Read More]
Public hearing to consider the nomination of Dr. Khalid Mumin as Secretary of Education
Senate Education Committee | Monday, June 26, 2023 | 11 a.m. | Hearing Room 1, NOB [Read More]
Senate Acts to Provide Emissions Test Relief to Drivers in Luzerne County
The Senate today approved legislation to provide Luzerne County drivers with relief from emissions testing, according to Sen. Dave Argall (R-29). [Read More]
Senate Approves Measure to Protect Prescription Medication Coverage for Seniors
Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) today voted for a bill approved by the Senate that would protect Social Security recipients who might lose access to two state prescription medication programs. [Read More]
Senate Education Committee Advances Bills to Require AEDs in Schools, Ensure More Students File Financial Aid Applications
The Senate Education Committee held a voting meeting today, advancing a bill to require automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) in every Pennsylvania school and a bill to make the filing of a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) a requirement for high school graduation, according to committee chairman Sen. Dave Argall (R-29). [Read More]
Meeting to consider SB 375 and SB 750
Senate Education Committee | Monday, June 19, 2023 | 2:30 p.m. | Room 8E-A, East Wing [Read More]
Bills to Protect Student Information from Misuse Online, Support Adult Education Programs Advanced by Senate Education Committee
The Senate Education Committee met today and advanced five bills with bipartisan support, according to committee chairman Sen. Dave Argall (R-29). Argall noted that today’s votes continued the work of the committee to improve Pennsylvania’s education system. [Read More]
Public hearing to review a presentation provided by the PA Department of Education on the basic education funding formula
Basic Education Funding Commission | Wednesday, June 7, 2023 | 10 a.m. | Hearing room 1, NOB [Read More]
Meeting to consider SB 209, SB 462 and SB 565; and HB 100 and HB 301
Senate Education Committee | Tuesday, June 6, 2023 | 11 a.m. | Room 8E-B, East Wing [Read More]
Grant Awarded to Treat Acid Mine Drainage in Catawissa, Tomhicken Creek
A project to improve the treatment of 4,000 gallons per minute of acid mine drainage that runs into the Catawissa and Tomhicken Creeks was awarded a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, according to Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Rep. Dane Watro (R-116). [Read More]
June Argall TV Report: Community Colleges
The June edition of the local TV program hosted by Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) features a bipartisan roundtable discussion on community colleges in Pennsylvania. [Read More]