New Research Examines Rural Hospital Sustainability and Healthcare Market Consolidation in Pennsylvania
Study finds persistent gaps in staffing, services, and health outcomes, with no consistent improvements associated with hospital consolidation HARRISBURG – Rural hospitals continue to face significant workforce, service, and access challenges, while mergers, acquisitions, and health system affiliations were not associated with consistent improvements across key hospital measures, according to new research released by the […] [Read More]
Yaw, Borowicz: Over $1.2 Million Awarded for Transportation Improvements in Kelly Township
State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and State Rep. Stephanie Borowicz (R-76) announced $1,210,819 in state funding has been awarded in Kelly Township, Union County though the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s (PennDOT) Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF). [Read More]
Yaw, Owlett: Over $700,000 Awarded for Wellsboro Bridge Replacement
State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and State Rep. Clint Owlett (R-68) today announced $700,762 in state funding has been awarded in Tioga County though the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s (PennDOT) Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF). [Read More]
Yaw Announces More Than $3.3 Million in School Safety, Mental Health Funding for Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan and Tioga Counties
State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) announced more than $3.35 million in School Safety and Mental Health Grant funding has been allocated to school entities across Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan and Tioga counties. [Read More]
Yaw, Owlett Highlight Local Investments in Agricultural Innovation
State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and State Rep. Clint Owlett (R-68) today announced two area businesses have received grants in the second round of funding awarded through the state’s Agricultural Innovation Grant Program. [Read More]
Yaw: Nearly $2 Million for Traffic Safety Improvements in Lycoming, Union Counties
Nearly $2 million in state funding for traffic safety improvements has been awarded in Lycoming and Union counties through the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s (PennDOT) “Green Light-Go” program, according to Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) [Read More]
Center for Rural PA Hearing – Supporting Local Capacity for Data Center Development
Center for Rural PA Hearing | 10am | Watch Live [Read More]
Yaw Bill to Ensure Responsible Solar Development, Protect Landowners Signed into Law
Legislation ensuring responsible solar development and offering better protections for landowners was signed into law earlier this week by Gov. Josh Shapiro, according to Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), sponsor of the measure. [Read More]
Yaw, Owlett: $2.4 Million for Northern Tioga School District Athletic Facility Upgrades
State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and State Rep. Clint Owlett (R-68) today announced $2,400,000 has been awarded to the Northern Tioga School District for athletic facility upgrades through the state’s Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP). [Read More]
Yaw, Flick: $4 Million to Support Workforce Training, Manufacturing and Public Safety Projects in Lycoming County
State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and State Rep. Jamie Flick (R-83) announced $4 million has been awarded to three Lycoming County projects through the state’s Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP). [Read More]
Pickett, Yaw Announce More Than $5.8 Million Investment for New Albany Borough Wastewater Treatment Plant
Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) and Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) today announced $5.8 million in state funding has been awarded to New Albany Borough through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) for construction of a new wastewater treatment plant. [Read More]
Yaw Highlights Energy Wins Included in State Budget Package
Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), chairman of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, highlighted several major energy policy initiatives included in the passage of the 2026-27 state budget, saying the measures will strengthen Pennsylvania’s position as an energy leader while supporting long-term economic growth and electric grid reliability. [Read More]
Yaw: More Flooding in Tioga County Highlights Urgent Need for Stream Maintenance Legislation
Following another weekend of flooding that damaged Potter Brook Road and surrounding areas in Westfield Township, Tioga County, Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) is reinforcing his call for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to advance his legislation giving local governments the authority they need to proactively maintain streams and reduce future damage. [Read More]
Senate Calls for Congressional Medal of Honor for Maj. Richard D. Winters
The Senate today unanimously adopted Senate Resolution 326, which urges Congress to recommend Maj. Richard D. Winters for the Congressional Medal of Honor, said Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33), chairman of the Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee. [Read More]
Yaw: PA Senate Votes for Historic Tax Cuts
The Senate approved legislation to dramatically decrease costs for Pennsylvania families by cutting taxes on electric bills and school supplies, strengthening the state’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program and eliminating the current sales tax exemption for data centers, according to Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), who supported the measure. [Read More]
Senate Approves Yaw Bill to Formalize End-of-Life Care Decisions
The state Senate today approved Senate Bill 730, sponsored by Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), to formally recognize Pennsylvania Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST) and establish a clear legal framework for their use across all healthcare settings. [Read More]
Natural Gas & Oil Day at the Capitol
Sen. Bartolotta and Sen. Yaw | Main Rotunda [Read More]
Yaw: Over Half a Billion Dollars Generated for 23rd District Through Natural Gas Impact Fee Since 2011
The Marcellus Shale Impact Fee continues to deliver millions to county and local governments across the 23rd Senatorial District, according to Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), chairman of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee. [Read More]
Yaw: Over $2 Million Awarded to Strengthen Housing Opportunities Across 23rd District
State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) today announced the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) Board of Directors approved the release of $2,075,000 in Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement (PHARE) funding to be distributed across Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan, Tioga and Union counties. [Read More]
Senate Committee Approves Yaw Bill to Formalize End-of-Life Care Decisions
The Senate Health and Human Services Committee today unanimously approved Senate Bill 730, sponsored by Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), to formally recognize Pennsylvania Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST) and establish a clear legal framework for their use across all health care settings. [Read More]
Yaw: Nearly $450,000 Awarded to Local Nonpublic Schools for Safety and Security Improvements
Eight nonpublic schools in Bradford, Lycoming and Tioga counties have been awarded nearly $450,000 in Targeted School Safety Grants through Pennsylvania’s School Safety and Security Committee, according to Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23). [Read More]
Mastriano Resolution Declares June “Month of the American Soldier” in Pennsylvania
Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) today announced the introduction of a resolution designating June 2026 as the “Month of the American Soldier” in Pennsylvania. [Read More]
Meeting to consider SB 1236
Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee | Rules Committee, Conference Room [Read More]
Yaw Announces $250,000 for Lewis Township Municipal Building Project
Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) recently joined Lewis Township Supervisors Don Coleman and Steve Sechrist, as well as Emergency Management Coordinator Charles O’Brien, to celebrate $250,000 in state funding awarded through the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development Keystone Communities Program. The funding will support critical flood recovery efforts, as well as sitework for the construction of a new municipal office building. [Read More]
Yaw Urges PJM to Hold States Accountable for Energy Policies, Protect Pennsylvania Ratepayers
In a letter sent to PJM Interconnection leadership, Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), chair of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, urged major reforms to the regional capacity market to ensure states pursuing aggressive climate policies bear the costs of those decisions rather than shifting them onto Pennsylvania consumers. [Read More]
Yaw, Owlett: More Than $1 Million Awarded for Westfield Sidewalk Project
State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and State Rep. Clint Owlett (R-68) today announced nearly $1.08 million has been awarded to Westfield Borough for a sidewalk replacement project. [Read More]
Pennsylvania State Senate Honors America 250 with Ceremonial Gathering in Philadelphia
The Pennsylvania State Senate held a ceremonial gathering on Tuesday at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia to honor America’s 250th birthday, said Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23). [Read More]
Meeting to consider HB 2017
Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee | Rules Committee, Conference Room [Read More]
PA Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee Examines Urgent Challenges to Pennsylvania’s Electric Grid
State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), chairman of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, recently convened a public hearing to address escalating concerns about resource adequacy, reliability and the rapidly changing demands on Pennsylvania’s power grid. Held at the Energy Innovation Center in Pittsburgh, the committee heard testimony from the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC), PJM Interconnection, ReliabilityFirst and other industry experts. [Read More]
Public Hearing on Rural Health Transformation in Pennsylvania: Access and Care Delivery
Center for Rural PA | Room 8 E-B, East Wing [Read More]
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