Senator Yaw’s Response on Election Audit
August 19, 2021

Senator Yaw’s Response on Election Audit

I have received many calls, emails and messages from Pennsylvania residents (and non-residents alike) who have voiced concerns about the fairness of our elections and have called for an election audit.   [Read More]

Sen. Yaw: 2021 Act 13 Unconventional Gas Well Fund Grant Program Opens
August 16, 2021

Sen. Yaw: 2021 Act 13 Unconventional Gas Well Fund Grant Program Opens

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) announced today that the Office of State Fire Commissioner has opened the application period for the 2021 Act 13 Unconventional Gas Well Fund (UGWF) Grant.  [Read More]

Proposed PA Clean Streams Fund to Focus  on “Non-Point” Source Water Pollution
August 11, 2021

Proposed PA Clean Streams Fund to Focus on “Non-Point” Source Water Pollution

Pennsylvania has been blessed with over 85,000 miles of rivers and streams – the highest density of any state in the continental United States.  [Read More]

Public Hearing on Invasive Species in Rural Pennsylvania Set for August 24Public Hearing on Invasive Species in Rural Pennsylvania Set for August 24
August 11, 2021

Public Hearing on Invasive Species in Rural Pennsylvania Set for August 24Public Hearing on Invasive Species in Rural Pennsylvania Set for August 24

The Center for Rural Pennsylvania, chaired by Sen. Gene Yaw, will hold a virtual public hearing on Tuesday, August 24, beginning at 10 a.m., to examine the impacts of invasive species, such as the spotted lanternfly, gypsy moth, emerald ash borer, hydrilla, and reed canarygrass, to Pennsylvania’s economy, agriculture, and natural resources.  [Read More]

Sen. Yaw Addresses PA Association of Municipal Administrators (PAMA) During 62nd Annual Conference
August 9, 2021

Sen. Yaw Addresses PA Association of Municipal Administrators (PAMA) During 62nd Annual Conference

State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) today addressed members of the Pennsylvania Association of Municipal Administrators (PAMA) during its annual conference in Gettysburg.  [Read More]

Sen. Yaw:  Global Pharmaceutical Supply Manufacturer Expands in Lycoming County, Brings Over 200 Jobs to the Williamsport Region and Chester County
August 4, 2021

Sen. Yaw: Global Pharmaceutical Supply Manufacturer Expands in Lycoming County, Brings Over 200 Jobs to the Williamsport Region and Chester County

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. (West), a global leader in innovative, high-quality injectable solutions and services, will continue its expansion at its Jersey Shore and Williamsport facilities in Lycoming County, as well as continue its growth at the company’s headquarters in Exton, PA, according to state Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23).  [Read More]

PA Assn. Of Conservation Districts Recognizes Senator Yaw with Legislator Leadership Award
August 4, 2021

PA Assn. Of Conservation Districts Recognizes Senator Yaw with Legislator Leadership Award

During its online Annual Conference July 29, the PA Association of Conservation Districts recognized the conservation work of 11 individuals and districts, including Pennsylvania state Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) with its Legislator Leadership Award.  [Read More]

A Win-Win for Pennsylvania’s Farmers and Local Water
August 2, 2021

A Win-Win for Pennsylvania’s Farmers and Local Water

As Chair of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee and a member of the Chesapeake Bay Commission, which is a tri-state legislative assembly representing Maryland, Pennsylvania and Virginia, I have been proud to work towards the betterment of Pennsylvania’s 85,000 miles of rivers and streams for the better part of a decade.  [Read More]

Yaw, Pickett Announce PENNVEST Grant for Towanda Borough Municipal Authority
July 23, 2021

Yaw, Pickett Announce PENNVEST Grant for Towanda Borough Municipal Authority

State Senator Gene Yaw (R-23) and Representative Tina Pickett (R-110) today announced a $2,234,500 million state investment allocated to the Towanda Borough Municipal Authority for the Monroe Borough Water Line Replacement Project.  [Read More]

Senator Yaw’s Response to the Philadelphia Inquirer Editorial Board
July 21, 2021

Senator Yaw’s Response to the Philadelphia Inquirer Editorial Board

On June 24, 2021, the Philadelphia Inquirer editorial board opined that “RGGI will reduce carbon emissions and bring millions to Pennsylvania.”  [Read More]

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