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Sen. Yaw: $4.5 Million Available to Enhance Digital Literacy Skills for Job Seekers, Increase Access to Family-Sustaining Jobs
January 15, 2021

Sen. Yaw: $4.5 Million Available to Enhance Digital Literacy Skills for Job Seekers, Increase Access to Family-Sustaining Jobs

The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry today announced the availability of $4.5 million in Digital Literacy and Workforce Development Grants (DLWDG) to support local programs across Pennsylvania that enhance foundational digital literacy skills for job seekers and help provide increased access to employment opportunities, according to Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23).  [Read More]

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January 15, 2021

Exclusive with Sen. Yaw & PA Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding: Discussing the 2021 Virtual PA Farm Show

The 105th iteration of the Pennsylvania Farm Show is underway, according to Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23).   [Read More]

Senator Yaw to Lead Environmental Resources & Energy Committee in 2021-2022 Session
January 13, 2021

Senator Yaw to Lead Environmental Resources & Energy Committee in 2021-2022 Session

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) today was reappointed to serve as Chairman of the Pennsylvania Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee for the 2021-2022 Legislative Session. Listen  [Read More]

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January 13, 2021

Public Hearing: Trust, Staff, Resources are Important Factors in Rolling Out COVID-19 Vaccine in Rural Pennsylvania

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Sen. Yaw: Funding Awarded Locally for Job Training by Businesses Seeking Skilled Workers
January 12, 2021

Sen. Yaw: Funding Awarded Locally for Job Training by Businesses Seeking Skilled Workers

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) this week applauded $511,800 in PAsmart Next Generation Industry Partnership grants awarded to bolster workforce development in and around the 23rd Senatorial District.  [Read More]

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January 8, 2021

Public Hearing: COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout in Rural Pennsylvania

The Center for Rural Pennsylvania Board of Directors, chaired by State Senator Gene Yaw, will hold a virtual public hearing on Wednesday, January 13, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., on the COVID-19 vaccines and how they will be distributed throughout rural Pennsylvania.   Watch Live  [Read More]

Senator Yaw Sworn into Fourth Term in PA Senate
January 5, 2021

Senator Yaw Sworn into Fourth Term in PA Senate

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) was sworn into his fourth term in the state Senate, representing Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan, Susquehanna (parts) and Union counties, during a ceremony today at the State Capitol.  [Read More]

MEDIA ADVISORY – State Sen. Gene Yaw to be Sworn-In for Fourth Term to the PA Senate
January 5, 2021

MEDIA ADVISORY – State Sen. Gene Yaw to be Sworn-In for Fourth Term to the PA Senate

Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) will take the oath of office as state Senator representing the 23rd Senatorial District (Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan, Susquehanna and Union counties).    [Read More]

Sen. Yaw Announces Growing Greener Investments in Bradford, Lycoming Counties
December 30, 2020

Sen. Yaw Announces Growing Greener Investments in Bradford, Lycoming Counties

State Senator Gene Yaw (R-23) today announced that Bradford and Lycoming counties have been awarded funding to clean up local waters through the Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) Growing Greener program.  [Read More]

TUNE IN: Senator Yaw Joins WKOK’s “On The Mark” Program December 30th
December 29, 2020

TUNE IN: Senator Yaw Joins WKOK’s “On The Mark” Program December 30th

State Senator Gene Yaw (R-23) will be a featured guest on the Wednesday, December 30th, 2020 radio program “On The Mark” with Program Director and Host Mark Lawrence, as well as co-host Joe McGranaghan.  [Read More]

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