April 29, 2019
Along with my fellow elected officials, we remembered and honored the victims of the terrible attack that took place at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh. The Senate Will Come to Order This week the Pennsylvania Senate will be in Session, you can follow along live here! Session times are scheduled as follows: Monday, […] [Read More]
April 15, 2019
I had a great day volunteering with my staff at Habitat for Humanity’s current build site in Rochester. It’s a great cause that can always use energetic volunteers! Click here to find out how you can get involved. Beaver County State Grants The Commonwealth Financing Authority on March 26th awarded $ 2,139,339 in state Multimodal Transportation Funding […] [Read More]
March 29, 2019
March 26, 2019 Election Law Advisory Board This Session I have re-introduced legislation to create a Pennsylvania Election Law Advisory Board to consider possible statutory changes and other issues, such as emerging election technology. The establishment of this board should be the first step in mapping out the priorities of needed election reform measures. The […] [Read More]
March 18, 2019
March 18, 2019 The Senate will Come to Order! This week the Pennsylvania Senate is scheduled to convene Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. In addition to being broadcast on PCN, Senate Session can also be viewed online by clicking here. Session Schedule: Monday, March 18, 2019 the Senate will Convene at 1:00 pm Tuesday, March 19, […] [Read More]
March 1, 2019
February 26, 2019 It is always an honor to serve on the Senate Appropriations Committee and this year is no different. My Colleagues and I have the duty to discuss the Governors proposed budget and issues our constituents are facing with each state department. To watch my questions for these departments, please visit my website […] [Read More]
February 14, 2019
February 11, 2019 We had a very successful session last week with the Governor’s budget address and many important committee meetings. Always a pleasure to be involved with issues facing our everyday citizens. State Income Tax Aide Pennsylvanians may download forms to file 2018 personal income taxes in the traditional manner prior to the Monday, […] [Read More]
February 6, 2019
2019-20 Session Committee Assignments I am honored to have been chosen to serve on five Senate Committees in addition to my chairmanship of the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee for the 2019-20 Legislative Session. I will serve as the Vice Chairman of Environmental Resources & Energy Committee and as a member of the Appropriations, Banking […] [Read More]
January 18, 2019
January 15, 2019 It was a pleasure to sit down with Secretary Russell Redding and discuss what’s going on in Pennsylvania agriculture during my visit to the annual PA Farm Show. To watch the full video on my website, please click here. Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman I am honored to have been reappointed by President […] [Read More]
January 4, 2019
January 4, 2018 The 103rd PA Farm Show runs Jan. 5-12 at the PA Farm Show Complex and Expo Center in Harrisburg. It includes thousands of exhibits and animal competitions, plus delicious food, providing insight into a $135 billion industry that employs more than a half-million Pennsylvanians. This year‘s theme, “Inspiring Pennsylvania’s Story,” will celebrate […] [Read More]
December 14, 2018
December 10, 2018 I had a wonderful time with the Saxon Club Ellwood City American Legion Post. We enjoyed an awesome Christmas dinner and a great show by Vaughn. Look closely Ellwood folks, you may just know this Elvis! He played a killer Neil Diamond too! Thank you everyone for the Christmas wishes and well […] [Read More]
Applications Now Accepted for Community Safety Grants
Local municipalities, colleges and community groups have until February 7 to apply for state grants to boost safety and reduce violence, according to Senator Elder Vogel. [Read More]
BUTLER, NEW CASTLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTS RECEIVE STATE GRANTS
Two airports serving the 47th Senatorial District were awarded state grants to support capital improvement investments, according to state Senator Elder Vogel. [Read More]