Argall, Knowles Announce Energy Efficiency Grant for Local Business
HARRISBURG – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and State Representative Jerry Knowles (R-124) today announced that a Schuylkill County firm has been awarded a grant from the Department of Environmental Protection under the Small Business Energy Efficiency Grant Program. Highwood USA, LLC will receive a $10,801.20 grant to purchase and install energy efficient lighting […] [Read More]
Sewage Grant Awarded to Jackson Township
HARRISBURG – Jackson Township has received a Sewage Facilities Enforcement Grant of $3,477, according to Rep. Mario M. Scavello (R-Monroe), and Sen. David G. Argall (R-29). “No matter the size of the grant, any state money that comes into local municipalities is welcomed and important because it helps pay for a portion of the costs […] [Read More]
Argall, Knowles Announce $500,000 in State Grants
HARRISBURG – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and State Representative Jerry Knowles (R-124) today announced two state grants totaling $500,000 for Orwigsburg and Tamaqua. The funding was awarded through the Department of Environmental Protection’s PA Conservation Works! grant program. The program’s primary goal is designed to assist local governments and non-profits with the implementation […] [Read More]
Argall Hails Community Revitalization Efforts, Recruits New Volunteers
TAMAQUA – During the annual meeting of the Tamaqua Area Community Partnership, State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) celebrated revitalization improvement projects in Tamaqua Borough, as well as Rush, Schuylkill, Walker and West Penn Townships. Argall hailed the need to continue those efforts through the recruitment of new individuals. The annual meeting reception allowed the […] [Read More]
Argall Hosts Pottsville Open House
POTTSVILLE – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) today invited local residents to join him at his Pottsville Office at 100 North Centre Street, for an Open House on Monday, November 16 between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. “As the author of Pennsylvania’s Downtown Location Act for state offices, I understand the need to provide […] [Read More]
Senator Argall’s TV Report Highlights Local Municipal Disputes
HARRISBURG – The Senate Local Government Committee recently hosted a hearing in Tamaqua to hear testimony from local officials on ways to improve the Pennsylvania Borough Code regarding disputes between Mayors and Borough Councils who enter into litigation, according to State Senator David G. Argall (R-29). Representatives from the Pennsylvania State Mayors Association, the Fraternal […] [Read More]
Argall Recognizes Servicemen and Women During Veterans Day Ceremonies
MAHANOY CITY – At the request of local veterans in Ashland, Coaldale and Mahanoy City, State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) this week participated in Veterans Day services to honor area men and women who have served in the Armed Forces. (Below is an excerpt of Senator Argall’s Veterans Day message.) “It’s a pleasure to […] [Read More]
Argall Hosts Mahanoy City Open House
MAHANOY CITY – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) today invited local residents to join him at his Mahanoy City Office at One West Centre Street, for an Open House on Monday, November 9 between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. “Constituent service is one of my top priorities and this office, first established by my […] [Read More]
Argall Introduces Legislation to Reduce the Size of the Legislature
Chart Senator David G. Argall (R-29) announced legislation today that would reduce the size of the state legislature by more than 20 percent. Argall’s proposal would eliminate 10 House seats each decade through 2053. It would also eliminate five Senate seats. The legislation would ultimately trim the size of the Senate from 50 members to […] [Read More]
Argall, Knowles Host Hamburg Open House
HAMBURG – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and Representative Jerry Knowles (R-124) today invited local residents to their Berks County District Office for an Open House on Thursday, October 29 between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. The office, located in Hamburg’s Borough Hall, 61 North Third Street, offers constituents from northern Berks and southern […] [Read More]
Argall Resolution Designates October 22 as “Lights On! Afterschool Day in Pennsylvania”
HARRISBURG – A resolution designating October 22 as, “Lights On! Afterschool Day in Pennsylvania,” has passed the state Senate, according to Senator David G. Argall (R-29). Argall, who sponsored the resolution, made a presentation to Jeanne Yoho Miller, director of Lehigh Carbon Community College’s Carbon and Schuylkill Counties Educational Services during the Schools and Homes […] [Read More]
Argall to Host Regional Energy Symposium
ORWIGSBURG – Area school districts will have the opportunity to participate and share ideas during a forum on energy consumption and management programs, according to State Senator David G. Argall (R-29). Argall will host the forum on Friday, October 23, 2009 at the Blue Mountain Middle School Cafetorium, 685 Red Dale Road, Orwigsburg. “As energy […] [Read More]
Argall Appointed to Key Senate Committee
HARRISBURG – Senate President Pro Tempore Joseph Scarnati (R-25) today announced the appointment of Senator David G. Argall (R-29) to the Senate Community, Economic and Recreational Development Committee. As a member of the House, Argall had worked with a similar committee in the creation of the Main Street downtown revitalization program and the Elm Street […] [Read More]
Argall Resolution Approved Following Budget Stalemate
HARRISBURG – The Senate today unanimously approved, 49-0, a resolution to establish a bipartisan commission identifying cost-saving measures in state government, according to its prime sponsor State Senator David G. Argall (R-29). Senate Resolution 160 will create a commission made up of appointees from the private and public sectors to help the General Assembly […] [Read More]
Senate Approves New Limits on Governor’s Budget Powers
HARRISBURG – The Senate yesterday approved House Bill 1614 to reform the current state budget process, according to State Senator David G. Argall (R-29). The legislation includes a provision introduced by Sen. Pat Browne that establishes a legislative fiscal budget office that would provide neutral revenue estimates starting in the 2011-2012 budget year, as well […] [Read More]
Senate Approves Reform to Gaming Law
The State Senate today approved legislation to better regulate Pennsylvania’s gambling industry, according to State Senator David G. Argall (R-29). [Read More]
Argall, Knowles Announce $4.5 Million in Funding for Berks County
HARRISBURG – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and State Representative Jerry Knowles (R-124) today announced state funding for three projects in Berks County through the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA). The loans approved will support a variety of projects that will enhance the following companyies efforts to expand their operations. Hamburg Real Estate Investments, […] [Read More]
Argall Encourages Fire Companies, EMS Organizations to Apply for State Funding
HARRISBURG – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) is encouraging local fire companies and emergency service providers to apply for the Volunteer Fire Company and Volunteer Ambulance Service Grant Program. The Volunteer Fire Company and Volunteer Ambulance Service Grant Program offers funding for the purchase or repair of firefighting or rescue equipment, construction or renovation […] [Read More]
Senate Local Government Committee Addresses Municipal Disputes
TAMAQUA – A public hearing was held on Thursday, October 1 at the Lehigh Carbon Community College, to hear input from local officials on ways to correct the Pennsylvania Borough Code regarding disputes between Mayors and Borough Councils who enter into litigation, according to State Senator David G. Argall (R-29). Representatives from the Pennsylvania State […] [Read More]
Senator Argall’s TV Report Highlights Energy Pool
HARRISBURG – State Senator David G. Argall (R-29) will discuss the energy crisis facing Pennsylvania and the opportunities for businesses and non-profit organizations to join “energy pools” with special guest Bob Carl, Executive Director of the Schuylkill Chamber, during his October television report. The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce is participating in an Energy Pool program […] [Read More]