Pennsylvania Office of the Governor Press Releases

• Published on September 5, 2023 - 17:37 GMT

  

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

  The Executive Order increases opportunities for small and small diverse businesses to secure prime contracts, raises the revenue limit so more small businesses can qualify, instructs Commonwealth agencies to provide key technical and capital access support …

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• Published on September 5, 2023 - 15:16 GMT

  

  ICYMI: New Reporting Details Shapiro Administration’s Significant Progress Making Government Work Faster, More Efficiently for ...

  Harrisburg, PA – Yesterday, The Philadelphia Inquirer highlighted how Governor Josh Shapiro’s Administration has made “Pennsylvania more friendly for businesses and workers” by making “significant progress, after completing the first-ever catalog of all 2, …

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• Published on September 1, 2023 - 18:58 GMT

  

  This Week in the Shapiro Administration: Governor Shapiro Opens Doors of Opportunity, Highlights Work to Expand the Commonwealth’s ...

  Governor Shapiro also highlighted the economic development impacts of investing in state parks and trails, while his Administration continues its work to make government work better for Pennsylvanians and rebuild I-95 ahead of schedule. Harrisburg, PA – …

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• Published on September 1, 2023 - 16:27 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Launches Pennsylvania Office of Outdoor Recreation, Highlights Largest Budget Investment in State Parks and ...

  The 2023-24 bipartisan budget invests $112 million to improve state parks and forests, spur economic growth in the outdoor recreation industry, and make Pennsylvania the largest state to open an Office of Outdoor Recreation Connellsville, PA – Today, …

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• Published on August 30, 2023 - 21:17 GMT

  

  Senate Confirms Governor Shapiro’s Appointee to Serve on Pennsylvania Public Utilities Commission  

  Governor Shapiro praises Kim Barrow’s focus on consumer protection, names Stephen DeFrank as PUC Chairman.   Harrisburg, PA – Today the Pennsylvania Senate unanimously voted to confirm Governor Josh Shapiro’s appointment of Kimberly Barrow, Esq. to the …

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• Published on August 30, 2023 - 18:07 GMT

  

  During Visit to Allentown Training Center, Governor Shapiro Highlights Major Investments in Workforce Development and First-in-the-...

  Through historic budget investments in workforce development and the creation of the Commonwealth Workforce Transformation Program, the Shapiro Administration is creating real opportunity for Pennsylvanians Allentown, PA – Today, during a visit to the …

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• Published on August 30, 2023 - 13:52 GMT

  

  Thanks to Coordinated Response from Shapiro Administration & Ag Community, Pennsylvania is Now ‘HPAI-Free’, Restoring Normal ...

  Coordinated testing and security measures helps Commonwealth achieve milestone, $31 million bipartisan budget investment is helping to cushion losses, keep PA poultry industry thriving Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro and the Pennsylvania …

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• Published on August 29, 2023 - 21:15 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Announces New Partnership with Google, PASSHE to Train and Expand Commonwealth’s Workforce for High-Growth Jobs

  The new initiative will train Pennsylvanians for in-demand fields, including cybersecurity and data analytics. Millersville, PA – In keeping with his commitment to expand workforce development efforts across the Commonwealth, Governor Josh Shapiro today …

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• Published on August 28, 2023 - 16:50 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Announces the Pennsylvania State Police Will Remove College Credit Requirement for Cadet Applications

  This is the Shapiro Administration’s latest step to prioritize work experience for Commonwealth jobs to expand opportunities for Pennsylvania workers Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Commissioner Colonel …

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• Published on August 28, 2023 - 14:06 GMT

  

  “It Means A Lot:” Pennsylvania Kids in Their Own Words on Universal Free Breakfast in School 

  In Video, Students from Isaac Tripp Elementary School Talk About Why They Think “Free Breakfast is Awesome” Harrisburg, PA – The 2023-24 budget signed by Governor Josh Shapiro delivers a $46.5 million increase to provide universal free breakfast to …

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• Published on August 25, 2023 - 19:28 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro, Secretary of Aging Jason Kavulich Lead AARP Tele-Townhall to Take Questions on Historic Expansion of Property ...

  Governor Shapiro’s plan delivers the largest targeted tax cut for Pennsylvania seniors in nearly two decades. Harrisburg, PA – Governor Josh Shapiro and Secretary of Aging Jason Kavulich today joined AARP Pennsylvania for a tele-townhall to answer …

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• Published on August 24, 2023 - 20:19 GMT

  

  2023-24 Budget Follows Through on Governor Shapiro’s Proposed Investments in Public Safety, Law Enforcement, and Violence ...

  “The sustainable funding for PSP and the funding of additional cadet classes will make our communities safer.” “Governor, we appreciate you understanding the seriousness of our staffing needs and promoting law enforcement’s legitimacy.” Harrisburg, PA – …

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• Published on August 24, 2023 - 17:23 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Invests Nearly $50 Million in 58 Transportation Projects to Improve Safety, Mobility, and Local Economies Across ...

  Administration funds projects in 37 counties; next round of applications opens September 25 Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro announced that his Administration will fund 58 highway, bridge, aviation, ports, and bike and pedestrian projects in …

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• Published on August 23, 2023 - 18:38 GMT

  

  Helping Communities Who Are On the Frontlines: 2023-24 Budget Increases Funding for Municipal Assistance Program by More than 250 ...

  Municipal Assistance Program helps communities work together to share resources and support their residents. Harrisburg, PA – The bipartisan, commonsense budget Governor Shapiro signed earlier this month makes historic investments in communities across the …

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• Published on August 22, 2023 - 18:34 GMT

  

  Governor’s Advisory Commission on AAPI Affairs Swears in New Members

  Harrisburg, Pa – Today, the Governor’s Advisory Commission on Asian American and Pacific Islander Affairs hosted a swearing-in ceremony for 28 new members. The Commission’s purpose is to gather information regarding AAPI Pennsylvanians’ experiences and …

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• Published on August 22, 2023 - 17:29 GMT

  

  Critical Investments in the Future of Pennsylvania Agriculture: 2023-24 Budget Supports Farmers, Opens up New Markets for Organics,...

  The 2023-24 budget makes major investments in the agriculture industry, which contributes $132 billion annually to Pennsylvania’s economy and supports more than 580,000 jobs across the Commonwealth Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania’s agriculture sector …

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• Published on August 21, 2023 - 19:20 GMT

  

  Shapiro-Davis Administration Secures Critical Investments in Historically Disadvantaged Businesses through Bipartisan Budget

  “These types of investments will benefit all counties throughout Pennsylvania as small businesses keep those dollars invested in their local economies by supporting other local businesses in their local networks.”  “I’m very excited that Governor Shapiro …

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• Published on August 18, 2023 - 18:05 GMT

  

  Historic Investments in Pennsylvania Schools: 2023-24 Budget Makes Largest Increase in Basic Education Funding Ever

  Harrisburg, PA – The 2023-24 budget makes historic investments in K-12 public schools, including the largest increase in basic education funding (BEF) in Pennsylvania history.  In his budget address in March, Governor Shapiro issued a call to action to put …

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• Published on August 17, 2023 - 17:51 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Appoints Two Pennsylvania Parents to the State Board of Education

  Fulfilling a critical campaign promise, Governor Shapiro has appointed two parents to the State Board of Education – and they were unanimously confirmed by the Senate Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro announced that two of his appointees to the …

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• Published on August 17, 2023 - 17:51 GMT

  

  “A Game Changer for Students Across Our State:” 2023-24 Budget Provides Universal Free Breakfast to 1.7 Million PA Students

  “Providing free universal breakfast to all students in Pennsylvania is a game-changer for students across our state…Governor Shapiro is putting students first by funding this program.”  “Universal school breakfast is a huge step in the right direction for …

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