Senator Yaw, Lycoming Engines Officials Celebrate National Aviation Day in Williamsport
August 20, 2021

Senator Yaw, Lycoming Engines Officials Celebrate National Aviation Day in Williamsport

WILLIAMSPORT – State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) joined officials from Lycoming Engines and area representatives to celebrate National Aviation Day on Thursday, August 19th. “This Legislative Session, I again sponsored a Senate Resolution, SR 136, recognizing August 19 as National Aviation Day,” Sen. Yaw said.   “I have the privilege of representing the home of Lycoming […]  [Read More]

Senator Yaw’s Response on Election Audit
August 19, 2021

Senator Yaw’s Response on Election Audit

I have received many calls, emails and messages from Pennsylvania residents (and non-residents alike) who have voiced concerns about the fairness of our elections and have called for an election audit.   [Read More]

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August 18, 2021

Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee Votes to Urge IRRC Disapproval of Carbon Tax Plan

The Pennsylvania Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, chaired by Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), today approved sending a letter urging the Independent Regulatory Review Commission (IRRC) to disapprove the “CO2 Budget Trading Program,” proposed regulation – #7-559 (IRRC #3274).  [Read More]

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August 18, 2021

CO2 Budget Trading Program (RGGI)

VIDEO: Remarks of Senator Gene Yaw at a Senate Environmental Resources & Energy Committee meeting to consider a letter to IRRC disapproving of Reg #7-559 regarding a CO2 Budget Trading Program (RGGI). Senator Yaw is the chair of the committee.  [Read More]

*MEDIA ADVISORY*  Sen. Yaw:  Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee Voting Meeting on Wednesday
August 17, 2021

*MEDIA ADVISORY* Sen. Yaw: Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee Voting Meeting on Wednesday

WHAT: Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), Chairman of the Senate Environmental Resources & Energy Committee, has called a voting meeting to consider a letter to the Independent Regulatory Review Commission (IRRC) disapproving of Reg #7-559 regarding a CO2 Budget Trading Program (also known as “RGGI”). WHEN: Wednesday, August 18, 2021 – 10AM-11AM. WHERE:  Room 461, Main […]  [Read More]

Sen. Yaw: 2021 Act 13 Unconventional Gas Well Fund Grant Program Opens
August 16, 2021

Sen. Yaw: 2021 Act 13 Unconventional Gas Well Fund Grant Program Opens

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) announced today that the Office of State Fire Commissioner has opened the application period for the 2021 Act 13 Unconventional Gas Well Fund (UGWF) Grant.  [Read More]

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August 13, 2021

Meeting to consider a letter to IRRC disapproving of Reg #7-559 regarding a CO2 Budget Trading Program (RGGI)

Senate Environmental Resources & Energy Committee | Wednesday, August 18 at 10 a.m. | Main Capitol, Room 461  [Read More]

Proposed PA Clean Streams Fund to focus on ‘non-point’ source water pollution
August 12, 2021

Proposed PA Clean Streams Fund to focus on ‘non-point’ source water pollution

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Proposed PA Clean Streams Fund to Focus  on “Non-Point” Source Water Pollution
August 11, 2021

Proposed PA Clean Streams Fund to Focus on “Non-Point” Source Water Pollution

Pennsylvania has been blessed with over 85,000 miles of rivers and streams – the highest density of any state in the continental United States.  [Read More]

Public Hearing on Invasive Species in Rural Pennsylvania Set for August 24Public Hearing on Invasive Species in Rural Pennsylvania Set for August 24
August 11, 2021

Public Hearing on Invasive Species in Rural Pennsylvania Set for August 24Public Hearing on Invasive Species in Rural Pennsylvania Set for August 24

The Center for Rural Pennsylvania, chaired by Sen. Gene Yaw, will hold a virtual public hearing on Tuesday, August 24, beginning at 10 a.m., to examine the impacts of invasive species, such as the spotted lanternfly, gypsy moth, emerald ash borer, hydrilla, and reed canarygrass, to Pennsylvania’s economy, agriculture, and natural resources.  [Read More]

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