HARRISBURG As part of the Senate Republican Caucus's reorganization, Sen. David G. Argall was appointed by Senate President Pro Tempore Joe Scarnati to serve as the chairman of the Senate Majority Policy Committee.

The last known record of a senator from the 29th District serving in a leadership role dates back to 1861, when Sen. Robert M. Palmer of Pottsville served as speaker of the Senate for one year."I am very pleased to appoint Sen. Argall as chairman of the Senate Majority Policy Committee," Scarnati said. "Throughout his time in the Senate he has been an influential leader, advocating for numerous important issues including job growth initiatives, tax reforms and reducing government spending. Sen. Argall will be a great asset to our Republican leadership team as we work together to tackle tough issues and make Pennsylvania a stronger state."As the incoming policy committee chairman, Argall replaces Sen. Ted Erickson, R-26, who is retiring at the end of the current legislative session."The policy committee is an integral part of the Senate Republican Caucus and I look forward to continuing to help the residents of the 29th District in my new leadership role," Argall said.Argall said he looks forward to using his new leadership position to help the people he represents.The committee works with senators to develop legislation important to their constituencies.Argall plans on addressing several key issues important to local residents, including eliminating the school property tax, reviewing job creation efforts and taxation issues, as well as examining ways to improve social service programs and eliminate welfare fraud and abuse.