State Senator Eugene Yaw (PA)
Recent News About State Senator Eugene Yaw (PA)
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Yaw announces over $3.3 million NAP funding for Lycoming and Sullivan counties
State Senator Gene Yaw has announced the allocation of over $3.3 million in funding to support low-income individuals and enhance distressed areas in Lycoming and Sullivan counties.
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Gene Yaw reappointed as chair of Senate environmental resources committee
State Senator Gene Yaw has been reappointed as chairman of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee for the 2025-26 legislative session.
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Gene Yaw begins fifth term representing Pennsylvania's 23rd senatorial district
State Senator Gene Yaw has been sworn into his fifth term, representing the 23rd Senatorial District in Pennsylvania.
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Gene Yaw re-elected chair of PA delegation for Chesapeake Bay Commission
Senator Gene Yaw, a Republican representing Pennsylvania's 23rd district and chair of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, has been re-elected to lead the Pennsylvania delegation of the Chesapeake Bay Commission (CBC).
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Rural Pennsylvania Commission set to address population challenges
The Center for Rural Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Rural Population Revitalization Commission will hold an inaugural press conference to recognize all Commission appointees.
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Senator Gene Yaw announces device funding for bridging digital divide
The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) has announced that several entities in the 23rd District will receive laptop computers through the Digital Connectivity Technology Program (DCTP).
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Williamsport receives $750k grant for Bowman Field improvements
State Senator Gene Yaw and State Representative Jamie Flick, both Republicans, along with Williamsport City Mayor Derek Slaughter, have expressed their approval of a $750,000 grant awarded to the city.
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Union County receives $500K for rail trail development
State Senator Gene Yaw, along with State Representatives David Rowe and Stephanie Borowicz, announced that Union County Trail Authority has received $500,000 from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
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Funding awarded for Turtle Creek Park development in East Buffalo Township
State Senator Gene Yaw and State Representative David Rowe have announced that East Buffalo Township in Union County will receive $147,300 from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
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Union County receives nearly $300K for conservation and recreation projects
State Senator Gene Yaw has announced that Union County will receive $285,900 in funding for two projects from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
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Wellsboro receives $50K for conservation efforts
State Senator Gene Yaw and State Representative Clint Owlett have announced a $50,000 grant awarded to Wellsboro by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
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Lycoming County receives over $1 million for conservation and recreation
State Senator Gene Yaw and State Representative Jamie Flick have announced that over $1 million has been allocated to two projects in Lycoming County.
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Funding awarded for conservation efforts in Bradford County
State Senator Gene Yaw and State Representative Tina Pickett have announced that French Azilum, Inc., in Bradford County will receive $216,200 from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
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Sullivan County's Loyalsock Foundation receives $250K for conservation from DCNR
State Senator Gene Yaw and State Representative Joe Hamm have announced that the Loyalsock Foundation in Sullivan County will receive $250,000 from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
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Mansfield Borough receives $500K for flood mitigation through state program
State Senator Gene Yaw and State Representative Clint Owlett have announced that Mansfield Borough in Tioga County will receive $500,000 for flood mitigation.
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Lycoming County awarded $6.75 million through state redevelopment program
State Senator Gene Yaw and State Representative Joe Hamm have announced that Lycoming County will receive $6,750,000 for three projects through the state's Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP).
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Lycoming County receives $3.5 million for redevelopment projects
State Senator Gene Yaw and State Representative Jamie Flick have announced the allocation of $3.5 million to three projects in Lycoming County.
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Senator Gene Yaw hosts annual agriculture breakfast meeting
State Senator Gene Yaw recently hosted his annual "Breakfast Meeting on Agriculture" in Muncy, Pennsylvania.
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Yaw promotes participation in national drug take back day for safe disposal
State Senator Gene Yaw has announced that the upcoming "National Prescription Drug Take Back Day" will take place on Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is organized by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and encourages residents of Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan, Tioga, and Union counties to dispose of expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs safely.
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Center for Rural Pennsylvania marks decade combating opioid crisis
The Center for Rural Pennsylvania recently held a public hearing at Kutztown University in Berks County, focusing on the opioid crisis and substance use disorders. This event marked the 20th hearing by the Center on these issues and coincided with its 10-year anniversary of addressing this public health emergency.