PA Senate e-newsletters
Marcellus Shale Coalition Highlights Pennsylvania’s Energy Industry in Williamsport L to R: Jim Welty; president of the Marcellus Shale Coalition; Sen. Yaw; Congressman Dan Meuser; Rep. Clint Owlett. The Marcellus Shale Coalition brought together energy industry leaders and local officials in Williamsport to discuss the continued importance of Pennsylvania’s natural gas industry at their annual […] [Read More]
Center for Rural PA Takes Closer Look at Data Center Growth The Center for Rural Pennsylvania Board of Directors, where I serve as chairman, held a second hearing to take a closer look at the rapid growth of data centers across the state. The hearing examined how data centers could impact local communities, economic development, […] [Read More]
Penn College Tour Highlights Workforce, Industry Training Pennsylvania College of Technology continues to play a vital role in preparing students for high-demand careers through innovative education and workforce training. The College recently welcomed Sen. Lynda Schlegel Culver, chair of the Senate Education Committee, for a tour of the campus. We visited several of the advanced […] [Read More]
New State Budget Protects Taxpayers and Funds Key Priorities After trimming excessive spending sought by the governor, the Senate approved a state budget that stands up for taxpayers, doesn’t raise taxes on Pennsylvania families, supports affordability and job growth and does not require any withdrawals from the Rainy-Day Fund. Read more about the 2026-27 state […] [Read More]
More Flooding in Tioga County Highlights Urgent Need for Stream Maintenance Legislation Another round of flooding in Tioga County, including damage to Potter Brook Road in Westfield Township, is an urgent reminder that local communities need better tools to prevent and reduce flood damage. My stream maintenance bills, Senate Bills 403 and 404, have passed […] [Read More]
Senate Votes to Cut Taxes and Put PA Families First 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. Making up the largest tax cut […] [Read More]
Natural Gas Impact Fee Generates Over Half a Billion Dollars for 23rd District Since 2011 The Marcellus Shale Impact Fee continues to deliver millions across the 23rd Senatorial District. Since 2011, the Impact Fee has generated more than $3.12 billion in tax revenue to support county and local governments. Our region has received over $531 […] [Read More]
Celebrating 100 Years of Williamsport’s Bowman Field Few places in our region carry as much history and pride as Bowman Field. It was an honor to join Crosscutters General Manager Doug Estes, Mayor Derek Slaughter, Rep. Jamie Flick, local leaders, community members and baseball fans in celebrating the 100th anniversary of this Williamsport landmark last […] [Read More]
Lewis Township Celebrates $250,000 for Municipal Building Project Lewis Township will receive $250,000 in state funding to support flood recovery efforts and prepare the site for a new municipal building outside the floodplain. After the devastating impacts of Tropical Storm Debby, this project will help provide a safe, reliable location for emergency response, municipal services […] [Read More]
Senate Honors America 250 with Ceremonial Gathering in Philadelphia It was an incredible honor to join my Senate colleagues at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia for a ceremonial gathering recognizing America’s upcoming 250th birthday. It was especially meaningful to introduce a resolution honoring The United States Army Field Band for their outstanding performance and […] [Read More]
