Pennsylvania Office of the Governor Press Releases

• Published on September 29, 2023 - 17:04 GMT

  

  RGGI Working Group Concludes its Work, Co-Chairs Hail Collaborative Process that Brought Diverse Group Together & Reached ...

  Following through on campaign promise, Governor Shapiro brought organized labor, energy industry representatives, environmental protection stakeholders, and consumer advocates together for the first time to discuss Pennsylvania’s energy future Working …

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• Published on September 27, 2023 - 20:17 GMT

  

  Governor Josh Shapiro Appoints TJ Yablonski as Secretary of Legislative Affairs; Mike Vereb Steps Down After Setting Up Office ...

  Yablonski has more than a decade of experience serving Pennsylvanians across the Commonwealth and has a deep knowledge of Pennsylvania government and key relationships with Pennsylvania leaders. Mike Vereb is concluding his work after setting up the Office …

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• Published on September 27, 2023 - 17:01 GMT

  

  ICYMI: Governor Shapiro Launches New Economic Development Strategy to Make Pennsylvania a Leader in Job Creation and Innovation, ...

  Harrisburg, PA – Yesterday, Governor Josh Shapiro and Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Rick Siger visited PennAir in York to launch the Commonwealth’s first comprehensive economic development strategy in nearly two decades. As …

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• Published on September 26, 2023 - 19:09 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Kicks Off Process of Developing First Statewide Economic Development Strategy in Nearly Two Decades

  The Governor and his Administration are committed to making Pennsylvania a national leader in economic development and innovation – and over the next several weeks, DCED Secretary Rick Siger will host listening sessions across the Commonwealth. Governor …

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• Published on September 25, 2023 - 19:32 GMT

  

  ICYMI: Pennsylvania Editorial Boards Continue to Praise the Shapiro Administration’s Implementation of “Pragmatic” and “Inherently ...

  “This automatic registration eliminates some of the more time-consuming processes that can overwhelm county election offices late in the process.” “The measure is also inherently secure. Everyone getting an ID at a government PennDOT facility already …

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• Published on September 22, 2023 - 19:31 GMT

  

  S&P Improves Pennsylvania’s Rating Outlook to ‘Positive,’ Affirms A+ Long-Term Rating Thanks to Strong Budgetary Management in ...

  S&P credits the Shapiro Administration’s budgetary management policies for the improved rating outlook, signaling potential rating upgrade in the future Harrisburg, PA – Today, S&P Global Ratings improved Pennsylvania’s outlook to ‘positive’ from …

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• Published on September 22, 2023 - 17:55 GMT

  

  Editorial Roundup: Pennsylvania Editorial Boards Laud the Shapiro Administration’s Implementation of Automatic Voter Registration ...

  ‘Shapiro is right when he says our democracy is stronger when more voters participate; any effort to get more of them to the polls should be applauded.’ ‘We applaud the Shapiro Administration for making it easier for more Pennsylvanians to exercise that …

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• Published on September 21, 2023 - 18:00 GMT

  

  WATCH: How Automatic Voter Registration Makes Pennsylvania’s Elections More Secure

  Click the images above to watch videos of Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt and Secretary of Transportation Mike Carroll explain how automatic voter registration improves election security.   Harrisburg, PA – On Tuesday, Governor Josh Shapiro …

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• Published on September 20, 2023 - 21:09 GMT

  

  Governor Josh Shapiro Signs Executive Order on Commonwealth Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence, Taking Proactive Step to ...

  The Executive Order will allow Commonwealth agencies to use innovative artificial intelligence technology ethically and responsibly to better serve residents, businesses, and industry while engaging with Pennsylvania’s leading AI sector Governor Shapiro …

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• Published on September 19, 2023 - 21:11 GMT

  

  What People Are Saying About Governor Shapiro Implementing Automatic Voter Registration in Pennsylvania

  Harrisburg, PA – This morning, Governor Josh Shapiro implemented automatic voter registration in Pennsylvania, building on his unwavering commitment to defending and advancing real freedom in Pennsylvania – including the freedom to make your voice heard …

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• Published on September 19, 2023 - 15:24 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Implements Automatic Voter Registration in Pennsylvania, Joining Bipartisan Group of States That Have Taken ...

  By automatically combining the verification processes of DMV registration and voter registration, Shapiro Administration will enhance the accuracy and security of Pennsylvania voter rolls while saving taxpayers time and money Harrisburg, PA – Today, as …

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• Published on September 19, 2023 - 00:17 GMT

  

  Governor’s Advisory Commission on LGBTQ Affairs Announces New Members 

  Harrisburg, Pa – Today, the Governor’s Advisory Commission on LGBTQ Affairs announced its 29 new members. The Commission’s purpose is to gather information regarding LGBTQ Pennsylvanians’ experiences and needs; review, evaluate, and assess programs …

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• Published on September 18, 2023 - 17:09 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro: Pratt Industries Invests $500 Million in Pennsylvania to Create Hundreds of New Jobs

  The commitment by the world’s largest privately-held producer of 100% recycled containerboard is the latest economic development investment under the Shapiro Administration The corrugated packaging company will invest $500 million in Pennsylvania to create …

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• Published on September 15, 2023 - 16:33 GMT

  

  In Erie, Governor Shapiro and Secretary Carroll Celebrate Start of Bayfront Parkway Improvement Project with Business, Labor, and ...

  The Shapiro Administration announces that construction will start this month on the Bayfront Parkway Improvement Project, a major investment that will support and grow Erie’s local workforce and grow its downtown economy Erie, PA – Today, Governor Josh …

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• Published on September 15, 2023 - 13:11 GMT

  

  Governor Josh Shapiro Launches New Resource to Communicate Directly with Pennsylvanians Via Text

  Pennsylvanians can text 717-788-8990 to connect with Governor Shapiro and his Administration directly, ensuring there is no wrong door to connect with and access government Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro’s Office launched a new resource to …

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• Published on September 8, 2023 - 19:00 GMT

  

  Moody’s Upgrades Pennsylvania’s Rating Outlook to “Positive” Thanks to the Commonwealth’s Responsible Budgeting and Strong Economy

  The credit rating agency has upgraded Pennsylvania’s rating outlook to positive from stable and reaffirmed the Aa3 issuer rating, in a testament to the Commonwealth’s sound fiscal management under the Shapiro Administration Harrisburg, PA – Today, Moody’s …

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• Published on September 8, 2023 - 15:56 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Joins Students for Most Important Meal of the Day, Highlights Budget Investment in Universal Free Breakfast At ...

  Governor Shapiro championed the universal free breakfast program in the 2023-24 budget, securing a $46.5 million increase to provide a healthy meal to start the day for 1.7 million Pennsylvania students  More than 76,000 students in Bucks County and 800 …

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• Published on September 7, 2023 - 19:06 GMT

  

  ICYMI: Governor Shapiro’s New Office of Outdoor Recreation Praised As ‘Government Done Right’

  “[…] similar to other Shapiro administration strategies that show a keen understanding of how government works, and how to make it work better” Harrisburg, PA – Less than a week after Governor Josh Shapiro’s announcement, the newly formed Office of Outdoor …

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• Published on September 6, 2023 - 20:09 GMT

  

  ICYMI: Governor Shapiro Signs Executive Order to Open Up New Opportunities for Small Businesses and Small Diverse Businesses ...

  Harrisburg, PA – Yesterday, Governor Josh Shapiro signed an Executive Order building on the steps his Administration has already taken to expand the doors of opportunity for all Pennsylvanians that will increase opportunities for small and small diverse …

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• Published on September 6, 2023 - 17:53 GMT

  

  Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Ranked as One of the Top Employers in Pennsylvania

  Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro announced that the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania was ranked among the top employers in PA by workers in a new survey conducted by Forbes Magazine and Statista. The Commonwealth was one of only four government …

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