State Senator Eugene Yaw (PA)
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Senator Gene Yaw critiques Governor Shapiro's energy strategy amid power crisis concerns
Nearly a year has passed since Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro announced an energy program aimed at creating jobs, saving energy customers money, and generating significant investments in clean energy resources.
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Farmland preservation efforts expand with new easements approved
Additional farmland in Pennsylvania's 23rd Senatorial District has been earmarked for preservation following the state Agricultural Land Preservation Board's approval of conservation easement purchases.
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Senator Gene Yaw meets with future leaders during Leadership Lycoming event
State Senator Gene Yaw engaged with the participants of the 2025 Leadership Lycoming program during their "Government Day" event.
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Tioga County businesses receive funding through agricultural innovation grant
State Senator Gene Yaw and State Representative Clint Owlett have announced that two businesses in Tioga County have been awarded funding through the Agricultural Innovation Grant Program.
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Senator Yaw critiques Governor Shapiro's proposed state budget for 2025-26
State Senator Gene Yaw has expressed concerns regarding Governor Josh Shapiro's proposed state budget for 2025-26, which suggests an increase in spending by $3.6 billion, marking a 7.5% rise from the current year.
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Pennsylvania Senate moves to prevent new electricity tax with bill passage
The Pennsylvania state Senate has passed a bill aimed at preventing the imposition of a new electricity tax by withdrawing from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI).
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Local businesses receive funds for agricultural innovation
State Senator Gene Yaw has announced that two local businesses have been awarded funding through the Agricultural Innovation Grant Program.
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Pennsylvania Senate approves bill to establish independent energy office
Legislation to create an Independent Energy Office in Pennsylvania has been approved by the state Senate.
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Yaw supports bill reducing vehicle emissions testing in Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Senate has passed legislation aimed at reforming the state's vehicle emissions testing program.
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Yaw proposes act for natural gas electric generation projects
State Senator Gene Yaw, who chairs the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, has announced his intention to introduce the Grid Stabilization and Security Act.
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Senate panel approves two energy bills proposed by Senator Gene Yaw
The Senate Appropriations Committee has approved two energy-related bills sponsored by Senator Gene Yaw, who chairs the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee.
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Lycoming County receives $330k for park improvements from state program
State Senator Gene Yaw and State Representative Jamie Flick have announced a significant funding allocation for recreational projects in Lycoming County.
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Elkland Borough receives $125K grant for recreational facilities
State Senator Gene Yaw and State Representative Clint Owlett have announced a grant of $125,000 awarded to the Borough of Elkland.
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Union County receives funding for park improvements
State Senator Gene Yaw and State Representative David Rowe have announced the allocation of $80,885 to East Buffalo Township in Union County.
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Senate ERE Committee approves two energy-related bills
Chairman Gene Yaw and the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee held their first voting meeting of the 2025-26 legislative session at the State Capitol in Harrisburg.
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Committee reviews energy-related bills including CO2 budget trading program
The Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee is set to convene on January 27, 2025.
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Pennsylvania allocates over $7 million for wastewater improvements in Bradford County
State Senator Gene Yaw and State Representative Tina Pickett have announced a state investment of $7,736,520 awarded to the Towanda Municipal Authority in Bradford County.
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Elkland receives $1.86M PENNVEST funding for wastewater plant upgrades
State Senator Gene Yaw and State Representative Clint Owlett have announced a state investment of $1,863,730 for the Elkland Borough Authority.
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Local groups urged to apply for DCNR conservation grants
Counties, municipalities, municipal agencies, pre-qualified land trusts, non-profits, and other eligible organizations are invited to apply for grants from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) starting January 21, 2025.
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Yaw proposes regulation and taxation on skill video games in Pennsylvania
State Senator Gene Yaw of Pennsylvania has announced plans to introduce legislation aimed at regulating and taxing skill video games in the state.