Yaw Announces $146,000 for Mifflinburg Police Department

MIFFLINBURG, PA - Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) joined members of the Mifflinburg Police Department to celebrate $146,000 in state funding awarded to support the department's purchase of body worn cameras and automated license plate readers.

"Protecting our communities means making sure our local police have the tools and resources they need to do their jobs safely and efficiently," Yaw said. "I'm pleased to have secured this funding for Mifflinburg P.D. and I'm proud to support their ongoing efforts to keep the borough and surrounding communities safe."

The award will help the department strengthen public safety and modernize local law enforcement operations. The new technology is designed to improve officer safety and enhance the department's ability to respond quickly and effectively to criminal activity.

"This investment has given us valuable tools we use daily to serve our community more effectively, while also enhancing the safety of our officers," said Chief Jeffrey Hackenburg. "We're incredibly grateful to Sen. Yaw for securing this funding and for his continued support of local law enforcement."

For more state-related news and information, constituents can visit Senator Yaw's website at https://www.SenatorGeneYaw.com or follow him on Facebook and X @SenatorGeneYaw.

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