Senator Vogel’s Vehicle Emissions Bill Clears Transportation Committee
Vehicles ten years or newer and alternative fuel vehicles would be exempt from testing State Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. announced today that Senate Bill 1532 which would exempt light passenger vehicles ten years old or newer and alternative fuel vehicles from vehicle emissions inspections has passed the Senate Transportation Committee. The bill now moves to […] [Read More]
Join Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. for his 3rd Annual Kids Extravaganza
Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. would like to invite all area children and their families to attend his free Kids Extravaganza on Saturday, June 23rd at Community College of Beaver County’s Dome from 11 AM-2 PM. [Read More]
Senator Vogel Introduces Ethane Tax Credit Bill
Senator Vogel announced today that he has introduced legislation designed to attract investment into the growing ethane supply market in Pennsylvania. [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 Alter Vehicle Emissions Testing
State Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. announced today that he will be introducing legislation to alter the way vehicle emissions testing is done in Pennsylvania. [Read More]
Aliquippa SD receives $1 million state grant
The Aliquippa School District was recently selected by the state Department of Education to receive a $1 million Keystones to Opportunity grant to boost its literacy efforts, according to Senator Elder Vogel. [Read More]
Senator Vogel’s Bill to Alter Vehicle Emissions Testing
Vehicles ten years or newer and alternative fuel vehicles would be exempt testing State Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. announced today that he will be introducing legislation to alter the way vehicle emissions testing is done in Pennsylvania. The bill would exempt light passenger vehicles ten years old or newer and alternative fuel vehicles, but will […] [Read More]
Senator Vogel Applauds Senate Passage of Budget
The Pennsylvania Senate passed a bipartisan budget today that increases funding for important line items, according to State Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. (R-47). [Read More]
UPMC, Highmark Announce Contract Extension
Governor Corbett announced today an agreement by UPMC and Highmark to extend their current contract until the end of 2014, according to Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. [Read More]
Mahoning Township receives $7.55 million state grant
A major sewer project supporting a proposed resort hotel, indoor water park, and the proposed racetrack and casino in Mahoning Township, Lawrence County, will receive $7,556,690 in state funding, according to Senator Elder Vogel (R-47). [Read More]
Senator Vogel Applauds House Passage of Bill Reducing the Size of the Legislature
Senator Vogel released the following statement regarding the passage of House Bill 153, which reduces the number of members in the House of Representatives from 203 to 153 and the Senate from 50 to 38: [Read More]
Ag Equipment and Euthanasia Bills Passed by the Senate
State Senator Elder Vogel announced today that the Senate has passed Senate Bills 1169 and 1329. The bills will now move to the House of Representatives for further consideration. [Read More]