Harrisburg Happenings
The Senate approved and sent to the Governor on Tuesday legislation that would provide essential protection of consumers’ rights and personal information with regard to navigators and certified application counselors created by the Affordable Care Act, also known as “Obamacare.” [Read More]
Harrisburg Happenings
The Senate approved a package of bills on Wednesday intended to help prevent animal cruelty. [Read More]
PHFA Awards Tax Credits for New Brighton Housing Rehab Project
The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) today (May 14) award awarded $1.13 million in Low Income Housing Tax Credits for a major housing rehabilitation project in New Brighton, according to Senator Elder Vogel. [Read More]
SENATE, HOUSE AG COMMITTEES TO HOLD HEARING ON INDUSTRIAL HEMP
The Senate and House Agriculture and Rural Affairs committees, chaired by Senator Elder Vogel and Representative Martin Causer, will hold an informational meeting to discuss legislation to allow the growth and cultivation, for research purposes, of industrial hemp in the Commonwealth. [Read More]
Senator Vogel Seeking Local Photos for District Calendar
While admitting that he’s definitely biased on the issue, Senator Elder Vogel believes his 47th Senatorial District is one of the most scenic and picturesque areas of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and he’s looking for photos that capture the area’s spirit and beauty. [Read More]
SENATE AG COMMITTEE TO CONSIDER AGRICULTURE SECRETARY NOMINATION
The Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee will consider the nomination of Russell Redding as Secretary of Agriculture at its meeting set for noon, Tuesday, May 12, in Room 8E-A of the East Wing of the state Capitol Complex in Harrisburg, according to Committee Chairman Senator Elder Vogel. [Read More]
Industrial Hemp (SB 50 and HB 967)
JOINT HEARING – Senate Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee AND House Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee – May 13, 2015 [Read More]
To consider the nomination of Russell Redding as Secretary of Agriculture
Senate Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee – May 12, 2015 [Read More]
Harrisburg Happenings
The Senate Majority Policy Committee held a public hearing on Wednesday to hear testimony on Senate Bill 724, my legislation that would help the state comply with federal nutrient management requirements without the need for expensive stormwater and wastewater upgrades. [Read More]
PA Housing Alliance to observe “Home Matters Day”
Senator Vogel participates in a news conference and rally with the PA Housing Alliance to observe “Home Matters Day”. [Read More]