Voter ID Strengthens Election Security, Improves Confidence in Process
February 9, 2023

Voter ID Strengthens Election Security, Improves Confidence in Process

By Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) In January, the state Senate passed, and I supported, legislation that would present three state constitutional amendments to voters, including a requirement for Pennsylvania voters to present identification at a polling place before they receive a ballot.  Approved identification would consist of photo and non-photo IDs alike.  Senate Bill 1, […]  [Read More]

Philadelphia: Don’t Miss the Big Picture on LNG
February 9, 2023

Philadelphia: Don’t Miss the Big Picture on LNG

Late last year, the Pennsylvania Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee held a hearing in Philadelphia about the city’s critical role in boosting liquified natural gas exports – and the positive geopolitical and climate impacts that come along with it.  [Read More]

Senator Yaw Honors Mifflinburg Bank and Trust on 150th Anniversary
February 6, 2023

Senator Yaw Honors Mifflinburg Bank and Trust on 150th Anniversary

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) recently recognized Mifflinburg Bank and Trust on its 150th Anniversary.  [Read More]

Senator Yaw Applauds Investments Awarded to Local Volunteer Fire, EMS Companies
February 4, 2023

Senator Yaw Applauds Investments Awarded to Local Volunteer Fire, EMS Companies

One hundred and three fire and emergency medical service providers across Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan, Tioga and Union counties will receive $1,247,906.97 million through the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Service Grant Program, according to state Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23).  [Read More]

Senator Yaw Meets with Shapiro Nominees Negrin, Dunn as New Legislative Session Begins
February 3, 2023

Senator Yaw Meets with Shapiro Nominees Negrin, Dunn as New Legislative Session Begins

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), chairman of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, this week met with two of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s nominees to serve as heads of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR).   [Read More]

Senator Yaw Honors Penn College Police Lieutenant
February 2, 2023

Senator Yaw Honors Penn College Police Lieutenant

Pennsylvania College of Technology Police Lt. David C. Pletz today was presented with a citation from the state Senate for his actions in the line of duty in September, when he was fired upon while responding to an off-campus incident on Vine Avenue.  [Read More]

Treasurer Garrity, Senator Yaw and Center for Rural Pennsylvania Announce Findings of PA 529 Report
January 31, 2023

Treasurer Garrity, Senator Yaw and Center for Rural Pennsylvania Announce Findings of PA 529 Report

Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity, Center for Rural Pennsylvania Board Chairman Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), Center for Rural Pennsylvania Vice Chairman Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski (D-121), and Center for Rural Pennsylvania Executive Director Dr. Kyle C. Kopko today announced the findings of a study analyzing the differences in how residents of rural counties use and benefit from the PA 529 College & Career Savings Program compared to residents of urban counties.  [Read More]

Statement from Senator Yaw on Passing of Retired Rep. Garth Everett
January 30, 2023

Statement from Senator Yaw on Passing of Retired Rep. Garth Everett

We are all very saddened to hear of Garth’s passing.  [Read More]

Yaw Bill Limiting Firefighter Exposure to PFAS, Safeguarding Environment Reintroduced in New Legislative Session
January 23, 2023

Yaw Bill Limiting Firefighter Exposure to PFAS, Safeguarding Environment Reintroduced in New Legislative Session

A bill establishing statewide uniform requirements restricting the use of “Class B” firefighting foams containing added per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) for training purposes and testing was reintroduced in the Senate, according to prime sponsor Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23).  [Read More]

Sen. Yaw: Grid Reliability Key Focus During Senate Majority Policy Committee Hearing
January 20, 2023

Sen. Yaw: Grid Reliability Key Focus During Senate Majority Policy Committee Hearing

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), Chairman of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, today participated in a Senate Majority Policy Committee hearing at the Boilermakers Local 154 in Pittsburgh to discuss energy access and affordability.  [Read More]

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