Harrisburg Happenings
Two bills that will allow out-of-state visiting athletic team physicians to treat athletes during athletic events without the need for a Pennsylvania medical license received final legislative approval this week and were sent to the Governor for his signature and enactment into law. [Read More]
Join Senator Vogel for Holiday Open House
State Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. is inviting area residents to kick-off the Christmas season with a holiday open house at his Rochester District Office located at 488 Adams Street on Friday December 4 from 11am until 2pm. [Read More]
Harrisburg Happenings
The Senate approved legislation this week that will give Pennsylvania voters the ultimate decision on whether the mandatory retirement age of judges should be increased. [Read More]
“Toys for Tots” Collection Spot at Senator Vogel’s Office – Gifts to be donated to area children
State Senator Elder Vogel, Jr.’s office will be collecting toys for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve “Toys for Tots” program starting today and continuing through December 4th. [Read More]
Lawrence Co. Legislators Following Jameson Health Developments
As Pennsylvania’s legislative delegation representing constituents throughout Lawrence County, it has been the responsibility and priority of Senator Elder Vogel, Rep. Chris Sainato, Rep. Jaret Gibbons and Rep. Parke Wentling to stay attuned to matters surrounding the proposed merger between Jameson Health System and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). [Read More]
Bill Increasing Support for Housing Program Signed Into Law by Governor
Governor Wolf signed into law Wednesday (November 4) a House Bill increasing state support for a program that will promote housing affordability and rehabilitation efforts in communities across the Commonwealth, according to Senator Elder Vogel, prime sponsor of the Senate version of the measure. [Read More]
Senator Vogel announces winners of the Scenes from the 47th Senatorial District Photo Contest
Sen. Elder Vogel, Jr. congratulated the winners of his first-ever calendar contest during a meeting with them at his Rochester district office on Thursday October 22nd. [Read More]
Senate Ag Committee to Consider Industrial Hemp Bill
The Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee, chaired by Senator Elder Vogel, will consider legislation to allow the growth of industrial hemp during a meeting set for 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, October 27, in Room 8E-B of the State Capitol East Wing. [Read More]