Senate Education Committee Approves Bill to Enhance Parental Insight into School Curriculum

On Tuesday, the Senate Education Committee has given its stamp of approval to a bill aimed at empowering parents with greater visibility into their children's educational experiences. 

Pennsylvania Senate Committee Advances Bill to Block Funding for Russia and Belarus Tied Firms

On Monday, the Senate Appropriations Committee of Pennsylvania gave its approval to a bill aimed at preventing the use of Pennsylvania taxpayer dollars to support companies with ties to the governments of Russia and Belarus.

Pennsylvania Senate Committee Approves Bill to Move Up 2024 Primary Election by Five Weeks

In a move aimed at amplifying the voice of Pennsylvania voters in the presidential election process, the Senate State Government Committee has given its seal of approval to a bill that would advance the date of the state's 2024 primary election by five weeks. 

Senator Argall, Representative Watro to Host Event Offering Free License Plate Replacements for Residents

MAHANOY CITY - In a bid to assist local residents with damaged or unreadable license plates, Senator Dave Argall (R-29) and Representative Dane Watro (R-116) have announced a community event scheduled for Tuesday, August 22nd. 

State Grant of Over Half a Million Dollars Awarded to Little Leaf Farms' for Expansion Plans

CARBON COUNTY - Little Leaf Farms, a pioneering lettuce producer, is set to undergo a major transformation thanks to a substantial state grant of $501,136. 

Pennsylvania's Largest Indoor-Grown Leafy Greens Production Facility to Open in Schuylkill County

On Wednesday, Governor Josh Shapiro, Senator Dave Argall, and Representative Dane Watro joined Little Leaf Farms to announce the grand opening of the Commonwealth's largest indoor-grown leafy greens production facility in McAdoo.

Senator Argall, Rep. Watro to Host Open House at Mahanoy City Office on Thursday

Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Rep. Dane Watro (R-116) invite local residents to join them for an open house at their joint Mahanoy City office at 1 West Centre St., Mahanoy City, on Thursday, March 2nd from 5-7:00 p.m.

Sen. Argall, Rep. Watro to Host Monthly Outreach Appointments in Mahanoy City for Veterans

Veterans or their dependents who have issues or questions about what benefits or services they may be eligible for can now schedule an appointment to meet with an American Legion service officer at the legislative offices of State Senator Dave Argall (R-29) and State Rep. Dane Watro (R-116) in Mahanoy City.

State Grants Awarded to Two Schuylkill County Park Projects

This past week, legislators announced funding for two park projects in Schuylkill County.

Downtown Shenandoah, Inc. Awarded $500,000 State Grant to Help Build Center for Education, Business, & the Arts

Downtown Shenandoah, Inc. has been awarded a $500,000 state grant to support their efforts to build an innovation and event center, known as the Center for Education, Business, & the Arts (CEBA).

Three Schuylkill County Police Departments Awarded State Grants

On Wednesday, State Senator David G. Argall and State Representative Tim Twardzik jointly announced that three Schuylkill County Police Departments were being awarded State Grants.

Multi-Million State Grant Awarded to Convert Upper of Schuylkill Trust Company Building into Apartments

A project in Pottsville has received a multi-million dollar grant from the State.

$1 Million in Grants Awarded to Shenandoah and Schuylkill County to Tear Down Blighted Buildings for Senior Citizen Housing

The Schuylkill County delegation from the Pennsylvania State legislature announced funding for Shenandoah and Schuylkill County to fight blight.

State Grant Awarded to Norwegian Township to Improve to Two Parks

State grants awards will fund improvements to Marlin Park and Seltzer Park in Norwegian Township, according to Senator David G. Argall (R-29) and Rep. Joe Kerwin (R-125).

Schuylkill County Schools to Receive Over $4 Million for Safety and Mental Health Needs

On Tuesday, Senator Argall announced that the 2022-23 Pennsylvania State budget was approved by the General Assembly and included a $200 million increase for safety and mental health needs in both public and non-public schools in Schuylkill County.

Argall Bill to Protect Corrections Officers Passed by Senate

A bill to protect the rights of Pennsylvania’s corrections officers was approved by the state Senate by a bipartisan vote of 42-8, according to Senator David G. Argall (R-29), the prime sponsor of the bill.

Schuylkill County Honors Emergency Personnel Who Responded to Deadly Interstate 81 Pile Up

On Tuesday,  Schuylkill County honored the emergency personnel that responded to deadly Interstate 81 crash that claimed 6 lives on March 28th, 2022.

Two Schuylkill County Townships Will Receive State Funding for High Speed Broadband Projects

Pennsylvania State Senator Dave Argall and Representative Tim Twardzik announced Tuesday that two Schuylkill County Township will receive funding to upgrade the broadband in their area.

Ten Schuylkill County Park Improvement Projects Awarded State Grants

On Thursday, the offices of Senator Argall, Rep. Kerwin, Rep. Jerry Knowles, and Rep. Twardzik announced that ten projects to improve parks throughout Schuylkill County were awarded state grants.

PA House Votes Unanimously to Begin Investigation into Schuylkill County Commissioner Halcovage

On Wednesday, the Pennsylvania House voted unanimously 200-0 on Resolution 99 to begin the investigation into Schuylkill County Commissioner George Halcovage, which could lead to impeachment and removal from office.