Join Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. for his 5th Kids Extravaganza
June 11, 2014

Join Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. for his 5th 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 28th at Community College of Beaver County- Athletics & Events Center from 11 AM-2 PM.  [Read More]

Harrisburg Happenings
June 4, 2014

Harrisburg Happenings

I am pleased to report that the Senate State Government Committee approved two bills on Tuesday that would reduce the size of state government.  [Read More]

Harrisburg Happenings
May 7, 2014

Harrisburg Happenings

I am pleased to report that my legislation eliminating a hidden tax that drives up the costs of gasoline for western Pennsylvanians received final legislative approval Wednesday and is headed to the Governor for his signature and enactment into law.  [Read More]

VOGEL BILL ENDING “SUMMER” GASOLINE MANDATE GOES TO GOVERNOR
May 7, 2014

VOGEL BILL ENDING “SUMMER” GASOLINE MANDATE GOES TO GOVERNOR

Legislation eliminating a “hidden” tax that drives up the costs of gasoline for western Pennsylvanians received final legislative approval Wednesday (May 7) and is headed to the Governor for his signature and enactment into law, according to Senator Elder Vogel, prime sponsor of the measure.  [Read More]

Beaver County, New Castle, Vanport Twp. receive recycling grants
May 6, 2014

Beaver County, New Castle, Vanport Twp. receive recycling grants

Beaver County, New Castle and Vanport Township (Beaver County) will receive grants from the state Department of Environmental Protection to support their recycling efforts, according to Senator Elder Vogel.  [Read More]

Harrisburg Happenings
April 30, 2014

Harrisburg Happenings

I am pleased to report that the Senate unanimously approved Senate Bill 1312 on Monday.  [Read More]

Senate approves Vogel’s school bus length legislation
April 28, 2014

Senate approves Vogel’s school bus length legislation

The Senate today unanimously approved Senate Bill 1312, legislation introduced by Senator Elder Vogel that will amend state law to bring Pennsylvania’s school bus laws in line with 45 other states and allow school districts and school bus contractors to choose the most appropriate vehicles based on their needs.   [Read More]

DEP awards 2014 Environmental Education Grants
April 23, 2014

DEP awards 2014 Environmental Education Grants

The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recently awarded Environmental Education Grants of up to $3,000 to four recipients in Beaver and Lawrence counties, according to Senator Elder Vogel.  [Read More]

Surplus state heavy equipment set for auction
April 17, 2014

Surplus state heavy equipment set for auction

The state Department of General Services recently announced the dates for its annual spring heavy equipment auction, according to Senator Elder Vogel.  [Read More]

Lawrence, Butler counties receive state grants
April 17, 2014

Lawrence, Butler counties receive state grants

The Department of Community and Economic Development has awarded Municipal Assistance Grants to Lawrence and Butler counties to update their comprehensive plans, according to Senator Elder Vogel.  [Read More]

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