July 9, 2015
Vogel Earns Conservation “Legislative Leadership” Award
Senator Elder Vogel’s efforts to protect Pennsylvania’s farmland and open spaces earned him recognition from a statewide organization. [Read More]
News Releases
July 9, 2015
Governor’s Veto Delays State Reimbursement of Local School Projects
Governor Wolf’s recent veto of the state budget means state reimbursement for construction projects by school districts in Beaver and Lawrence counties are put on hold, according to Senator Elder Vogel. [Read More]
July 6, 2015
Letter from House/Senate Leaders to Governor Wolf
Letter from House/Senate Leaders to Governor Wolf [Read More]
July 1, 2015
Harrisburg Happenings
I am pleased to report that the Senate approved legislation I introduced that would increase state support for a program that promotes housing affordability and rehabilitation in communities across the Commonwealth on Tuesday. [Read More]
June 30, 2015
Senator Vogel Urges Governor to Sign Budget
The Pennsylvania Senate today (June 30) passed a sweeping budget proposal that would increase funding for K-12 education and human services without raising taxes, according to Senator Elder Vogel. [Read More]
June 30, 2015
Senate Approves Bill to Increase Support for Housing Program
The Senate today (June 30) approved legislation introduced by Senator Elder Vogel that would increase state support for a program that promotes housing affordability and rehabilitation in communities across the Commonwealth. [Read More]
June 26, 2015
Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Legalize Sale of Consumer Fireworks in Pennsylvania
Legislation legalizing the sale of fireworks in Pennsylvania will soon be introduced in the state Senate, according to sponsors Sens. Elder Vogel (R-Beaver), Don White (R-Indiana) and Gene Yaw (R-Lycoming). [Read More]
June 26, 2015
Harrisburg Happenings
The Senate approved legislation I introduced that makes substantial regulatory changes necessary to protect and bolster Pennsylvania’s horse racing industry on Monday. [Read More]
June 26, 2015
Senate Approves Bill Addressing Punitive Damages Against Care Facilities
The Senate approved legislation introduced by Senator Elder Vogel addressing punitive damages awards against personal care facilities on Thursday (June 25) by a vote of 40-9. [Read More]
June 22, 2015
Senate Approves Horse Racing Industry Bill
The Senate today (June 22) approved legislation that makes substantial regulatory changes necessary to protect and bolster Pennsylvania’s horse racing industry, according to Senator Elder Vogel, prime sponsor of the bill. Listen [Read More]