Sen. Gene Yaw

Primary SR 305

In committee · Pennsylvania Senate · Lead sponsor

A Resolution designating the week of June 2 through 8, 2024, as "Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution designates the week of June 2 through 8, 2024, as "Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week" throughout Pennsylvania. The bill does not create new laws or change government operations; instead, it formally recognizes the importance of the Chesapeake Bay to the state's environment, economy, and recreation. By establishing this specific timeframe, the resolution encourages residents and organizations to hold events and educational programs that highlight the bay's significance.

In committee Jun 5, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 1181

In committee · Pennsylvania Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in neighborhood assistance tax credit, further providing for tax credit and for grant of tax credit.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases Pennsylvania's Neighborhood Assistance Tax Credit program by raising the annual funding cap from $36 million to $72 million. It adjusts the percentage of tax credits available to businesses and private companies based on their investment duration and specific project types, such as veterans' housing or long-term service commitments. The legislation also raises the maximum credit limit per taxpayer and allocates $2 million specifically for pass-through entities like partnerships and S corporations. These changes aim to encourage more private investment in community development projects while maintaining restrictions on financial institutions using credits for their standard business operations.

In committee May 17, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor SB 1111

Signed into law · Pennsylvania Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in sentencing, further providing for definitions and for sexual offenses and tier system.

Signed into law May 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Primary SB 832

Passed · Pennsylvania Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in Energy Development Authority and emergency powers, further providing for definitions and for Energy Development Authority; providing for Energy Development and Electric Generation Permit Review Program, for Accelerated Energy Development and Electric Generation Permit Review Program and for Pennsylvania Opportunities with Energy Reliability Authority Regulatory Waiver Program; and making editorial changes.

Passed May 1, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 276

In committee · Pennsylvania Senate · Lead sponsor

A Resolution designating the week of April 28 through May 4, 2024, as "Conservation District Week" in Pennsylvania.

In committee Apr 26, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 819

Passed · Pennsylvania Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in burglary and other criminal intrusion, providing for offenses relating to critical infrastructure facilities; and imposing penalties.

Passed Apr 10, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor SR 260

In committee · Pennsylvania Senate · Co-sponsor

A Resolution designating the month of September 2024 as "Military Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

In committee Apr 5, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SB 1054

Passed · Pennsylvania Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act amending the act of November 3, 2022 (P.L.2158, No.158), known as the Overdose Mapping Act, further providing for definitions and for establishment and design; and providing for entry requirements for EMS providers.

Passed Mar 20, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SB 1091

In committee · Pennsylvania Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act amending the act of July 9, 1987 (P.L.220, No.39), known as the Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors Act, further providing for legislative intent, for definitions, for license required, for State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors, for powers and functions of board, for qualifications for license, for procedures for licensing, for reciprocity, for endorsement of out-of-State licenses and for reinstatement of license; providing for restrictions on use of title "Licensed Recreational Therapist"; and further providing for penalties, for license renewal and records and fees and for unlawful practice.

In committee Mar 11, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SR 234

Passed · Pennsylvania Senate · Co-sponsor

A Resolution urging the President of the United States to secure our border and provide the needed policies and resources to protect American citizens and communities throughout this country from the effects of illegal immigration.

Passed Feb 12, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track