Senate Approves Yaw Bill to Prevent New Electricity Tax
February 4, 2025

Senate Approves Yaw Bill to Prevent New Electricity Tax

The state Senate approved legislation preventing a new electricity tax by repealing Pennsylvania’s participation in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), according to Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), sponsor of the measure.  [Read More]

Yaw: Bill to Exempt Lycoming County, Newer Vehicles from Emissions Testing Approved by Senate
February 3, 2025

Yaw: Bill to Exempt Lycoming County, Newer Vehicles from Emissions Testing Approved by Senate

The Senate approved legislation to reform Pennsylvania’s outdated vehicle emissions testing program, reducing the number of counties and vehicles covered by the requirement, said Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23).  [Read More]

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February 3, 2025

Yaw Measure to Establish Independent Energy Office in Pennsylvania Approved by Senate

Legislation establishing an Independent Energy Office (IEO) in Pennsylvania was approved today by the state Senate, according to Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), sponsor of the measure.  [Read More]

Yaw Announces Local Investments in Agricultural Innovation
February 3, 2025

Yaw Announces Local Investments in Agricultural Innovation

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) today announced two local businesses have received funding through the nation’s first Agricultural Innovation Grant Program.  [Read More]

Yaw to Introduce Legislation Addressing Electric Generation Shortfall
January 30, 2025

Yaw to Introduce Legislation Addressing Electric Generation Shortfall

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), chairman of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, announced plans to introduce legislation establishing the Grid Stabilization and Security Act.  [Read More]

Senate Appropriations Committee Approves Two Yaw Measures
January 29, 2025

Senate Appropriations Committee Approves Two Yaw Measures

The Senate Appropriations Committee today approved two energy-related bills sponsored by Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), chairman of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee.  [Read More]

Yaw, Rowe Announce Funding to Improve Park, Recreational Assets in Union County
January 28, 2025

Yaw, Rowe Announce Funding to Improve Park, Recreational Assets in Union County

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and State Rep. David Rowe (R-85) today announced $80,885 has been awarded to East Buffalo Township, Union County through the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s (CFA) Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program.   [Read More]

Yaw, Owlett Announce Recreational Investment for Elkland Borough
January 28, 2025

Yaw, Owlett Announce Recreational Investment for Elkland Borough

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and State Rep. Clint Owlett (R-68) today announced $125,000 has been awarded to the Borough of Elkland through the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s (CFA) Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program.   [Read More]

Yaw, Flick Announce Funding to Improve Park, Recreational Assets in Lycoming County
January 28, 2025

Yaw, Flick Announce Funding to Improve Park, Recreational Assets in Lycoming County

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and State Rep. Jamie Flick (R-83) today announced $330,000 has been awarded to two projects in Lycoming County through the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s (CFA) Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program.  [Read More]

Yaw, Pickett Announce PENNVEST Funding for Towanda Municipal Authority
January 22, 2025

Yaw, Pickett Announce PENNVEST Funding for Towanda Municipal Authority

State. Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and State Rep. Tina Pickett (R-110) today announced a $7,736,520 state investment awarded to Towanda Municipal Authority, Bradford County through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) for improvements to its wastewater treatment plant.  [Read More]

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