He was unopposed in 1978, and easily won reelection in 1980, winning 78% of the vote against a Democrat from Gardner. Hall was appointed Assistant Minority Whip in 1978 and Minority Whip in 1980. Hall worked with members of both parties, and over 60 pieces of legislation he sponsored became law.
He was uncontested in 1978, and won re-election in 1980 with a significant margin, securing 78% of the vote against an opponent from Gardner. Hall held key leadership positions, including Assistant Minority Whip in 1978 and Minority Whip in 1980. Hall worked with members of both parties to advance legislation.