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E-news Updates from Senator Yaw – July 9, 2025
Supporting Critical Programs in the State Budget As state budget negotiations continue, I remain committed to supporting programs that directly impact our communities, workforce and seniors. I’ve heard firsthand from employers about how WEDnetPA helps businesses stay competitive by investing in employee training and skill development. This kind of support ensures Pennsylvania workers are prepared […] [Read More]
E-news Updates from Senator Yaw – June 26, 2025
Natural Gas Impact Fee Generates Nearly 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 $2.88 billion in tax revenue to support county and local governments. Our region has received nearly $500 […] [Read More]
E-news Updates from Senator Yaw – June 16, 2025
Senate Bill 626 Protects Small Businesses and Veterans’ Organizations that Rely on Skill Games The supplemental income from skill games that so many small businesses and veterans’ organizations rely on is at risk. Proposals are being introduced with tax rates so high, they could drive skill games out of business entirely. That’s why I introduced […] [Read More]
E-news Updates from Senator Yaw – June 9, 2025
Bass Pro Shops to Anchor Major Economic Development in Lycoming County A new destination retail super store planned for Lycoming County could spur economic development and new opportunities for tourism and recreation. During last week’s county commissioners meeting, Bass Pro Shops announced plans to open a new location in Muncy Township. This new location will […] [Read More]
E-news Updates from Senator Yaw – June 2, 2025
Music from the Heart Recently, music class students from Lycoming County performed their fantastic concert, “Music from the Heart,” in the rotunda of the State Capitol. Every Wednesday, the group gets together to practice the uplifting performance, which includes music from various genres and choreography. Among them was a very special guest performer, my godson, […] [Read More]
E-news Updates from Senator Yaw – May 14, 2025
State Champion Loyalsock Lady Lancers Recognized at the Capitol It was a pleasure to welcome PIAA 3A girls’ basketball state champions, the Loyalsock Lady Lancers to the Capitol this week! Following a very impressive 30-2 season, the Lady Lancers defeated Shady Side by a score of 55-43 in the championship game in Hershey, becoming the […] [Read More]
E-news Updates from Senator Yaw – May 5, 2025
My Latest Op-Ed: Goliath Twists the Tale on Skill Games It’s a tale as old as time in Harrisburg, but for those who read about skill games for the first time, an obvious question often remains – how is this different from gambling? In simplest terms, skill games are interactive, where, with hand-eye coordination and […] [Read More]
E-news Updates from Senator Yaw – April 30, 2025
Develop Tioga Holds Legislative Breakfast On Friday, Develop Tioga hosted its annual legislative breakfast. Develop Tioga serves as the lead economic development organization for Tioga County. It was great to connect with many business leaders and local officials about the issues most important to them and what we’re working on in Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Conventional Oil […] [Read More]
E-news Updates from Senator Yaw – April 23, 2025
Events Continue to Highlight Importance of Skill Games I’ve spoken to operators, business owners, veterans and first responders at several events across the state to highlight the importance of skill games, including one last week at Miele Manufacturing. The company produces products for the amusement industry, including skill games, right here in Muncy, PA and […] [Read More]
E-news Updates from Senator Yaw – April 15, 2025
Supporting Small Businesses and Veterans’ Organizations that Rely on Skill Games The supplemental income from skill games that so many small businesses and veterans’ organizations rely on is at risk. Proposals are being introduced with tax rates so high, they could drive skill games out of business entirely. That’s why I introduced Senate Bill 626, […] [Read More]
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