Elder Vogel


Elder Vogel Jr. is an American politician and Republican member of the Pennsylvania State Senate. He has represented the Pennsylvania [Senate, District 47|47th district] since 2009.

Professional career

Vogel is a fourth generation dairy farmer who operates his family's farm in New Sewickley [Township, Pennsylvania|New Sewickley Township].

Political career

Prior to joining the Senate, Vogel served as a New Sewickley Township supervisor.
On November 4, 2008, he was elected to the State Senate, succeeding retiring Democrat Gerald LaValle. Vogel defeated his opponent, Jason Petrella, by a margin of 56.8% to 43.2%. His original opponent, State Representative Sean Ramaley, dropped out of the race due to alleged involvement in the bonusgate scandal.
For the 2025-2026 Session, Vogel sits on the following committees in the State Senate: