E. Eugene Yaw (born February 26, 1943) is an American politician from Pennsylvania currently serving as a Republican member of the

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for the 23rd district since 2009.

Early life and education

Yaw was born to Emerson A. and Harriet Yaw. He graduated from

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and attended Bucknell University from 1961 to 1963. He served in the U.S. Army from 1964 to 1968 and graduated from the United States Army Field Artillery School in Fort Sill, Oklahoma. He was honorably discharged as first lieutenant after an overseas tour of duty as an artillery officer. He graduated from Lycoming College with a B.A. in 1970 and received a J.D. degree from

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in 1973.

Career

He served as Lycoming County solicitor for 17 years and currently serves as a Republican member of the Pennsylvania Senate for the 23rd district since 2009. He has been a supporter of legislation related to Marcellus Shale drilling and the gas industry. He was a recipient of the National Federation of Independent Business Award for his voting record in support of small businesses in Pennsylvania.

Committee assignments

* Environmental Resources & Energy, Chair * Judiciary, Vice Chair * Agriculture & Rural Affairs * Banking & Insurance * Rules & Executive Nominations * Urban Affairs & Housing

References

External links

State Senator Eugene Yaw
official PA Senate website
Yaw for Senate
official campaign website
State Senator Eugene Yaw
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