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Senator
Gene Yaw
Serving the 23rd District
Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan, Tioga & Union Counties
Senator
Gene Yaw
Serving the 23rd District
Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan, Tioga & Union Counties

Recent News

Bipartisan Bill Protecting Pennsylvanians from Harmful Chemicals Passes General Assembly
October 22, 2026

Bipartisan Bill Protecting Pennsylvanians from Harmful Chemicals Passes General Assembly

Legislation authored by Senator Lisa Boscola (D-Northampton) and Senator Jarrett Coleman (R-Lehigh) to phase out harmful chemicals in intravenous (IV) bags and other medical devices has received final approval from the Pennsylvania General Assembly and now heads to Governor Josh Shapiro for his signature.  [Read More]

Yaw, Miller Proposal to Limit PFAS in Firefighting Foam Heading to Governor’s Desk
October 22, 2026

Yaw, Miller Proposal to Limit PFAS in Firefighting Foam Heading to Governor’s Desk

A proposal to limit the use of firefighting foam containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) is heading to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s desk for his signature, according to sponsors Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and Sen. Nick Miller (D-14). The language was included in Senate Bill 804, legislation to phase out harmful chemicals in intravenous (IV) bags and other medical devices.  [Read More]

Yaw, Hamm: Over $122,000 in NAP Funding Awarded in Sullivan County
October 22, 2026

Yaw, Hamm: Over $122,000 in NAP Funding Awarded in Sullivan County

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and state Rep. Joe Hamm (R-84) today announced $122,050 in funding to assist low-income individuals, combat food insecurity and improve distressed areas has been awarded in Sullivan County through the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development’s (DCED) Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP).  [Read More]

Area Legislators: Over $6.5 Million in NAP Funding Awarded in Lycoming County
October 22, 2026

Area Legislators: Over $6.5 Million in NAP Funding Awarded in Lycoming County

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), state Rep. Jamie Flick (R-83) and state Rep. Joe Hamm (R-84) announced $6,534,088 in funding to assist low-income individuals, combat food insecurity and improve distressed areas has been awarded in Lycoming County through the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development’s (DCED) Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP).  [Read More]

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Pennsylvania Capitol

Harrisburg Office

Senate Box 203023
362 Main Capitol
Harrisburg, PA 17120-3023
Phone: (717) 787-3280
FAX: 717-772-0575
TTY – Use 711 (explained here)

Williamsport Office

175 Pine St., Suite 105
Williamsport, PA 17701
Phone: (570) 322-6457
800-443-5772
FAX: 570-327-3703

Wellsboro Office

5 Main St.
Wellsboro, PA 16901
Phone: (570) 724-5231
FAX: 570-723-5119

About Gene Yaw

In his free time, Sen. Yaw enjoys boating and spending time outdoors. On summer weekends, he can be found at the lake surrounded by family and friends. Sen. Yaw has coached Little League and coached and refereed for the American Youth Soccer Organization. He is a member of the NRA, Ducks Unlimited, and the Nittany Lion Club. Sen. Yaw and his wife, Ann S. Pepperman, Esq., reside in Loyalsock Township with their dog, Kipper. He is the proud dad of two children, Scott and Mackenzie, and the proud grandpa of four grandchildren.
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