Legislators, School Officials, and First Responders Meet to Address Volunteer Firefighter Shortages

More than 75 volunteer firefighters and school administrators joined Pennsylvania State Representatives Tim Twardzik and Dane Watro, along with Senator David Argall, at a seminar last week aimed at tackling the pressing issue of declining volunteer firefighter numbers. 

Follow-Up: State and County Officials Rally to Save Penn State Schuylkill and Hazleton Campuses

As public concern grows over the possible closures of Penn State Schuylkill and Penn State Hazleton, state legislators and local officials are stepping up efforts to advocate for the campuses to remain open. 

Route 61 to Get New Traffic Signal as Sidewalk Upgrades Receive State Grants

Three transportation infrastructure projects in the Frackville and Schuylkill Haven areas have received state grants to enhance road safety and pedestrian accessibility, according to Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) and Sen. Dave Argall (R-29).

State Grants Awarded for Park Improvements in Schuylkill County

McAdoo Borough, St. Clair Borough, and Blythe Township to Benefit from Nearly $575,000 in Funding.

State and County Officials Visit Shenandoah for Long-Awaited Martin Shirt Factory Demolition

State and local officials gathered Monday to observe the ongoing demolition of the former Martin Shirt Factory and Abattoir Building, a long-standing eyesore at the corner of East Poplar and South White streets.

Senator Argall and Representatives Watro, Twardzik Honor Shenandoah Valley Cross Country Teams

Pennsylvania State Senator Dave Argall and Representative Dane Watro visited the Shenandoah Valley School District on Monday to honor the achievements of the school’s varsity boys and girls cross country teams. 

Sen. Dave Argall Sworn in for New Term, Appointed Chair of Senate Majority Policy Committee

Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) was sworn into office on Tuesday to continue representing Schuylkill, Carbon, and southern Luzerne counties in the Pennsylvania State Senate. 

Schuylkill County Secures $1.5 Million for Abandoned Mine Reclamation and Stream Restoration

Projects to reclaim abandoned mine lands and restore polluted streams in Schuylkill County have been awarded nearly $1.5 million in competitive grant funding, state officials announced this week. 

Senator Argall Reappointed as Chairman of the Senate Majority Policy Committee

State Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) has been reappointed as chairman of the Senate Majority Policy Committee for the 2025-26 legislative session. Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39) announced Argall’s continued leadership role.

Senator Argall and Representative Twardzik to Host Concealed Carry Seminar in Pottsville

Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Carbon/Luzerne) and Representative Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) are set to co-host a Concealed Carry Seminar in Pottsville on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. 

Argall, Stehr to Host Free Event to Replace Damaged License Plates in Pine Grove

Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Rep. JoAnne Stehr (R-107) will host an event where damaged or illegible license plates can be replaced for free on Friday, June 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pine Grove Borough Building, 1 Snyder Ave., Pine Grove, PA 17963.

Schuylkill Hope Center Awarded Grant to Protect Victims of Domestic Abuse from Gun Violence

State Officials have announced a Schuylkill County organization has been awarded a grant to protect victims of domestic abuse from gun violence.

Schuylkill County Municipalities Awarded Grants for Projects

 

On Tuesday, State Representatives announced that several Schuylkill County projects have been awarded grants.

Senator Argall Raises Concerns Over Governor Shapiro's Energy Plan Impact on Schuylkill/Carbon Coal Refuse Plants

Senator Dave Argall has expressed apprehension over Governor Josh Shapiro's newly proposed energy plan, citing potential repercussions for four local coal refuse plants situated in Schuylkill and Carbon Counties.

State Grant Awarded to Reclaim Abandoned Mine Lands Near Ashland's Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine and Steam Train

A state grant for $605,849 was awarded to a project to reclaim abandoned mine lands near the Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine and Steam Train in Ashland on Wednesday, by Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-123).

Pennsylvania Senate Unanimously Passes Bill to Name Bridges After Fallen PennDOT Workers

In a unanimous show of support, the Pennsylvania Senate has passed a bill to commemorate the sacrifices of Department of Transportation (PennDOT) workers who lost their lives in the line of duty. 

New Legislation Seeks to Strengthen Penalties for Fentanyl-Laced Drug Dealers

In a move to combat the devastating fentanyl epidemic that has gripped the state of Pennsylvania, Senator Dave Argall (R-29) threw his support behind a bill aimed at imposing harsher penalties on drug dealers who peddle lethal substances. 

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.