2023 News Releases

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April 25, 2023

Supporters of Legal Skill Video Games Call for Passage of Yaw Bill at State Capitol

Supporters of legal skill video games gathered today at the State Capitol to call for the passage of legislation sponsored by Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) that would establish a taxing structure and regulatory framework for skill video games in the Commonwealth.  [Read More]

Senator Yaw to Join Small Business Owners, Veterans, PA TAP and Penn State Great LaVar Arrington to Advocate for Skill Game Legislation on April 25th
Published: April 24, 2023   |  News Conference: Tuesday, April 25

Senator Yaw to Join Small Business Owners, Veterans, PA TAP and Penn State Great LaVar Arrington to Advocate for Skill Game Legislation on April 25th

Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) will join supporters of legal skill video games for a press conference tomorrow, Tuesday, April 25, 2023, beginning at 1:30p.m. in the State Capitol Rotunda.  [Read More]

Senator Yaw Applauds Manufacturing Innovation Grants Awarded to Lycoming College, Bucknell University
April 24, 2023

Senator Yaw Applauds Manufacturing Innovation Grants Awarded to Lycoming College, Bucknell University

The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) recently announced the recipients of $2.1 million in grants awarded through the Manufacturing PA initiative, according to Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23).  [Read More]

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Published: April 24, 2023   |  Meeting: Monday, May 1

Meeting regarding follow up briefing on Grid Reliability

Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee | Monday, May 1, 2023 | 10 a.m. | East Wing, Room 8E-B  [Read More]

Yaw Encourages Participation in “National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day”
April 20, 2023

Yaw Encourages Participation in “National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day”

Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) announced that the next “National Drug Take-Back Day,” sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), will be held on Saturday, April 22nd, 2023, from 10AM-2PM.  [Read More]

Yaw Reintroduces Legislation to Represent Patients’ Wishes for End-of-Life Care
April 19, 2023

Yaw Reintroduces Legislation to Represent Patients’ Wishes for End-of-Life Care

This week Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) announced the reintroduction of legislation recognizing Pennsylvania Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST), a form completed by a medical professional in consultation with the patient in order to better translate health care wishes of patients with serious health conditions.  [Read More]

Senator Yaw to Join Small Business Owners, Veterans, PA TAP and Penn State Great LaVar Arrington to Advocate for Skill Game Legislation on April 25th
April 18, 2023

Senator Yaw to Join Small Business Owners, Veterans, PA TAP and Penn State Great LaVar Arrington to Advocate for Skill Game Legislation on April 25th

HARRISBURG – Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) will join supporters of legal skill video games for a press conference on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, beginning at 1:30p.m. in the State Capitol Rotunda.  [Read More]

Yaw: Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital Honored During 2023 HAP Achievement Awards
April 17, 2023

Yaw: Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital Honored During 2023 HAP Achievement Awards

Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Bradford County, was honored during the 2023 Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP) annual Leadership Summit in Harrisburg last week, according to Sen. Yaw (R-23).  [Read More]

Yaw Announces Additional Farmland Preserved in Union County
April 13, 2023

Yaw Announces Additional Farmland Preserved in Union County

Additional acres of farmland in the 23rd Senatorial District will be protected for future generations following recent approval of the purchase of conservation easements by the state Agricultural Land Preservation Board, according to Sen. Yaw (R-23).  [Read More]

Yaw Encourages Local Residents to Check for Unclaimed Property
April 12, 2023

Yaw Encourages Local Residents to Check for Unclaimed Property

Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) is reminding local residents to search for unclaimed property at the state Treasury.  [Read More]

Yaw Urges USDA to Allow Inclusion of 2% and Whole Milk in Schools
April 11, 2023

Yaw Urges USDA to Allow Inclusion of 2% and Whole Milk in Schools

Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), a member of the Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee, recently signed a letter urging the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to allow whole and 2% milk to again be offered in schools across the country.  [Read More]

Yaw to Unveil Pennsylvania Skill Game Regulation Legislation
April 10, 2023

Yaw to Unveil Pennsylvania Skill Game Regulation Legislation

Today Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), announced that he will be unveiling legislation that will establish a regulatory framework and taxing structure on skill video games in the Commonwealth.  [Read More]

Senator Yaw Celebrates Grand Canyon FFA During Annual Banquet in Wellsboro
April 6, 2023

Senator Yaw Celebrates Grand Canyon FFA During Annual Banquet in Wellsboro

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) joined the Grand Canyon Future Farmers of America (FFA) on Wednesday for their annual banquet and to recognize their many accomplishments throughout the year.   [Read More]

Yaw Announces Opening of DEP Growing Greener Grant Program Friday, April 21
April 4, 2023

Yaw Announces Opening of DEP Growing Greener Grant Program Friday, April 21

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) today encouraged organizations involved in water resource restoration and protection across Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan, Tioga and Union counties to apply for the next round of Growing Greener grants through the Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) Growing Greener Plus Grants Program.  [Read More]

Senator Yaw Takes Part in Career Day at Montgomery Jr./Sr. High School
April 3, 2023

Senator Yaw Takes Part in Career Day at Montgomery Jr./Sr. High School

‘Politics 101’ was the topic of conversation when Senator Gene Yaw (R-23) shared stories with students during his recent visit to Montgomery Area School District for their annual Career Day program on March 31.  [Read More]

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March 31, 2023

Senator Yaw Joins PA Agriculture Secretary, Stahlnecker Family to Celebrate New Conservation Program

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) this week joined Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding to announce the first round of funding under the new $154 million Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP).  [Read More]

Yaw, Area Legislators Secure $500K Investment for Three Local Projects to Improve Transportation Network, Spur Economic Development
March 16, 2023

Yaw, Area Legislators Secure $500K Investment for Three Local Projects to Improve Transportation Network, Spur Economic Development

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) announced today that projects in Lycoming, Sullivan and Tioga counties will receive funding through Pennsylvania’s Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF).  [Read More]

Yaw Announces Additional $425K in LSA Grants for Lycoming, Sullivan Counties
March 16, 2023

Yaw Announces Additional $425K in LSA Grants for Lycoming, Sullivan Counties

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) announced today that he has secured an additional $425,000 for projects in Lycoming and Sullivan counties through Pennsylvania’s Local Share Account (LSA) statewide grant program. The projects were approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) during its March 16 meeting.   [Read More]

Yaw, Owlett Announce More Than $1.1 Million for Bradford, Tioga County Projects
March 16, 2023

Yaw, Owlett Announce More Than $1.1 Million for Bradford, Tioga County Projects

Projects in Tioga and Bradford counties have been awarded more than $1.1 million in funding for recreation and public safety, according to Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) and Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23).  [Read More]

Area Legislators Announce Over $2.5 Million in LSA Grants for County Projects
March 16, 2023

Area Legislators Announce Over $2.5 Million in LSA Grants for County Projects

Members of the region’s legislative delegation announced over $2.5 million in state grants for important community and economic development projects throughout Lycoming, Sullivan and Union counties. State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), Rep. Jamie Flick (R-83) and Rep. Joe Hamm (R-84) made the announcement following the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s (CFA) meeting Thursday in Harrisburg.   [Read More]

Yaw, Pickett Announce Over $1.6 Million in LSA Grants for County Projects
March 16, 2023

Yaw, Pickett Announce Over $1.6 Million in LSA Grants for County Projects

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and Rep. Tina Pickett (R-110) announced over $1.6 million in state grants for important community and economic development projects throughout Bradford County. The announcement was made following the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s (CFA) meeting Thursday in Harrisburg.   [Read More]

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March 15, 2023

Yaw Bill Limiting Firefighter Exposure to PFAS, Safeguarding Environment Passes Senate

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 has been passed by the state Senate, according to prime sponsor Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23).  [Read More]

Sen. Yaw:  Historic Breast Cancer Screening Bill Unanimously Passes Senate
March 13, 2023

Sen. Yaw: Historic Breast Cancer Screening Bill Unanimously Passes Senate

The Pennsylvania state Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 8 last week, a comprehensive breast cancer screening and genetic testing bill, according to Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), who co-sponsored the legislation.  [Read More]

Sen. Yaw: Funding Available for Flood Mitigation, Watershed Restoration, Recreation and Related Projects
March 10, 2023

Sen. Yaw: Funding Available for Flood Mitigation, Watershed Restoration, Recreation and Related Projects

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) announced that the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA), an independent agency of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, is now accepting applications for grants funded by Act 13 natural gas drilling impact fees.  [Read More]

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March 9, 2023

Senate Approves Yaw Bill to Encourage Responsible Solar Development, Protect Landowners

The state Senate this week approved a bill that would establish decommissioning and financial requirements for solar generation projects and offer better protections for landowners, Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) said.  [Read More]

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March 8, 2023

Sen. Yaw: Senate Passes Bill to Protect Diverse Energy Options for Pennsylvanians

Legislation ensuring that state residents have options when it comes to fuel availability was overwhelmingly approved today by the state Senate, 40-9, according to prime sponsor Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23).  [Read More]

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March 7, 2023

Sen. Yaw: Shapiro Budget Fails to Champion PA’s Energy Potential

Unleashing Pennsylvania’s energy potential, while creating significant job growth, is something that was lacking today as Governor Josh Shapiro delivered his first budget address to a joint session of the state legislature, according to state Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23).  [Read More]

Senate Committee Advances Yaw Measure to Ensure Pennsylvania Homes, Businesses Have Access to Diverse Energy Options
March 6, 2023

Senate Committee Advances Yaw Measure to Ensure Pennsylvania Homes, Businesses Have Access to Diverse Energy Options

Legislation ensuring that state residents have options when it comes to fuel availability was approved today by the Senate Local Government Committee, according to prime sponsor Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23).  [Read More]

Sen. Yaw Applauds Additional Farmland Preserved in Tioga, Union Counties
March 6, 2023

Sen. Yaw Applauds Additional Farmland Preserved in Tioga, Union Counties

Additional acres of farmland in the 23rd Senate District will be protected for future generations following recent approval of the purchase of conservation easements by the state Agricultural Land Preservation Board, according to Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23).  [Read More]

AFP-Pennsylvania Recognizes Senator Yaw on Legislative Scorecard
March 3, 2023

AFP-Pennsylvania Recognizes Senator Yaw on Legislative Scorecard

Americans for Prosperity-Pennsylvania (AFP-PA), the leading conservative grassroots organization fighting for lower taxes and limited government in the state, recognized Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) this week on his 2021-2022 Legislative Scorecard.   [Read More]

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