Senator Vogel’s Bill to Extend First Industries Program Passes Senate and House Unanimously
State Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. announced today that Senate Bill 1007, legislation he authored to extend the First Industries Program, passed the House of Representatives today by a vote of 198-0. [Read More]
Senator Vogel’s Bill to Ban Synthetic Drugs Signed Into Law
HARRISBURG – Governor Tom Corbett today signed into law Senate Bill 1006 introduced by State Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. [Read More]
Senator Vogel Blocks Amendment That Put Lawrence County Racetrack in Jeopardy
State Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. announced today that an amendment introduced by Senator John Wozniak (D-Johnstown) to Senate Bill 800 allowing the Harness Racing Commission to issue another harness racing license was defeated on the Senate Floor. [Read More]
Senator Vogel Announces Event for First Responders
State Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. today announced that he will be holding a First Responders Appreciation Day on September 10, 2011 from 10:00am till 12:00pm at the New Brighton High School. [Read More]
Senator Vogel’s Bill to Ban Synthetic Drugs Awaits the Governor’s Signature
HARRISBURG– State Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. announced today that Senate Bill 1006 unanimously passed the House and Senate and now awaits the Governor’s signature. [Read More]
Property Tax/Rent Rebate Deadline Extended
A recent deadline extension gives eligible local residents until the end of the year to file for up to $650 from the state’s Property Tax and Rent Rebate program, according to Senator Elder Vogel (R-47). [Read More]
Senator Vogel’s Bill to Ban Synthetic Drugs Passes Senate
State Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. announced today that Senate Bill 1006 unanimously passed the Senate. [Read More]
Senator Vogel Announces $6.5 Million in H20 PA Grants for Local Communities
Three Beaver County communities and the City of New Castle are among a select number of recipients of highly competitive H2O PA grants, according to Senator Elder Vogel. [Read More]
Senator Vogel Introduces Bill to Ban Synthetic Drugs
State Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. today introduced legislation to ban synthetically produced drugs. These drugs are designed to mimic the effects of other drugs. [Read More]
Committee Unanimously Backs Nominee for Agriculture Secretary
Harrisburg – The Senate Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee, chaired by Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. (R-47), today unanimously recommended Senate confirmation of George Greig as Secretary of Agriculture. [Read More]
Senator Vogel to Host Small Business Seminar in New Castle
Senator Elder Vogel Jr. will hold a business seminar with representatives from the Northwest Commission on April 7th from 6pm-8pm at the Albert Gettings Annex, 430 Court Street, New Castle. [Read More]
Senator Vogel Requests Governor Corbett’s Assistance to Keep Horsehead Corp. in Beaver County
Senator Vogel today sent a letter to Governor Corbett requesting assistance with Horsehead Corporation’s request for upgrade assistance to their zinc recycling facility. [Read More]