A Pennsylvania Senate committee has advanced a bill sponsored by Senators Gene Yaw and Nick Miller that would restrict firefighting foams containing PFAS beginning in 2026. The legislation aims to protect firefighters’ health while reducing environmental contamination.
Senator Gene Yaw announced $250,000 in state funding for Knoxville-Deerfield Volunteer Fire Company’s new station after recent floods highlighted facility vulnerabilities. Local leaders say this grant is crucial for improving emergency services in Tioga County.
Rep. Jamie Flick will host both a Human Services Expo and Speaker Series on April 23 at Pennsylvania College of Technology. The events focus on connecting residents with essential services while addressing issues like opioid addiction through expert speakers.
Lock Haven has secured over $4.1 million in PENNVEST loans and grants for wastewater system upgrades. Rep. Stephanie Borowicz highlights improvements aimed at efficiency and safety while Sen. Cris Dush notes benefits for local residents.
Senator Gene Yaw introduced a bill on April 14 aiming to ban smoking in vehicles with children under age twelve present. The proposal seeks stronger protections against secondhand smoke exposure for minors riding in cars.
Senator Gene Yaw and Representative Clint Owlett recently hosted an agriculture-focused breakfast meeting in Wellsboro with local stakeholders including farmers, officials, educators, FFA students,and industry experts.The event featured discussions about regional issues,farm succession planning,and ongoing community engagement.
Renovo saw a 34.3% increase in Medicaid payments for Evaluation and Management services in 2024, signaling shifts in service utilization and reimbursement trends.
In 2024, Williamsport Medicaid providers billed $14,615,114 for services falling under the National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies—an increase of 3.2% over the prior year.
In 2024, medical providers in Montoursville billed $77,349 for services listed as Medicine Services and Procedures through Medicaid, reflecting a 35.6% increase over the prior year.
Hummelstown saw Medicaid payments increase by 1.8% to $6,791,078 for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment services in 2024, reflecting shifting local utilization and payment patterns.