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Published on April 19, 2024 - 19:17 GMT

ICYMI: Governor Shapiro Announces Pennsylvania Will Reduce Reliance on Standardized Testing, Calls for “Less Testing, More ...

“The Governor’s plan to streamline how we administer standardized tests throughout the commonwealth will reduce our reliance on PSSAs and Keystone exams while ensuring students and teachers have the flexibility they need to be successful.” – Senator Wayne …

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Published on April 19, 2024 - 15:23 GMT

WATCH: What Pennsylvanians with ID/A, Caregivers, and Advocates Are Saying About Governor Shapiro’s Proposed Budget Investments ...

“I am hopeful for Pennsylvania’s future when I see people in positions of power taking action that is effective now. This will be a game changer. Thank you, Governor Shapiro, thank you.” Harrisburg, PA – Since Governor Josh Shapiro proposed critical …

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Published on April 18, 2024 - 18:44 GMT

Less Testing, More Learning: Governor Shapiro Takes Action to Reduce Reliance on Standardized Testing, Help More Students and ...

At the Governor’s direction, the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) will implement a three-part plan to overhaul Pennsylvania’s state assessment system that includes moving PSSA and Keystone testing online. These changes will save Pennsylvania …

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Published on April 17, 2024 - 23:14 GMT

Governor Shapiro, DHS Secretary Arkoosh Hear from Pennsylvanians with ID/A, Caregivers, and Advocates About How Historic Budget ...

The Governor visited BARC Development Services in Warminster to hear how his proposed budget investments would address the workforce shortage of direct support professionals and help more Pennsylvanians with ID/A receive the home and community-based …

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Published on April 15, 2024 - 21:40 GMT

Shapiro Administration Makes Record Amount of State Funding Available for Property Tax Relief, Saving Millions of Pennsylvanians ...

Governor Shapiro’s Office of the Budget certifies $900 million – a record amount – available to cut property taxes for millions of Pennsylvanians over the next five years. The Shapiro Administration’s continued track record of fiscally responsible …

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Published on April 15, 2024 - 18:48 GMT

Governor Shapiro Signs Bills Into Law

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Published on April 12, 2024 - 17:49 GMT

Governor Shapiro Joins Workers, Local Leaders in Butler County Following Coordination with the U.S. Department of Energy, ...

Governor Shapiro engaged directly with the Biden Administration and detailed Pennsylvanians’ concerns in order to save approximately 1,300 jobs. DOE listened to Pennsylvania’s concerns and the final rule allows Cleveland-Cliffs Butler Works to continue …

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Published on April 11, 2024 - 17:50 GMT

As Part of Collaboration with Shapiro Administration, CNX Resources Expands Air Monitoring to Seven Additional Sites in Western ...

Pennsylvanians can now see live air quality monitoring results at seven of CNX’s active well pads and two of their compressor stations in Western Pennsylvania. Harrisburg, PA – As part of the historic collaboration between the Shapiro Administration and …

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Published on April 10, 2024 - 19:09 GMT

Following Insurance Guidance from Shapiro Administration, CVS Health Plans Joins Geisinger Health Plans to Cover Over-the-Counter ...

Governor Shapiro is calling on other insurers to follow suit. Governor Shapiro has always defended women’s access to reproductive healthcare – and he is calling on more insurers to expand access to this critical healthcare with or without a prescription. …

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Published on April 10, 2024 - 15:37 GMT

Governor Josh Shapiro and Bipartisan Legislative Leaders Announce Opening of PA Student Teacher Support Program Application

The PA Student Teacher Support Program will help address critical teacher shortages across Pennsylvania and ensure students have the freedom to chart their own course and the opportunity to succeed. The program will provide eligible student teachers with …

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Published on April 8, 2024 - 20:13 GMT

Governor Josh Shapiro and First Lady Lori Shapiro Attend Erie’s Total Solar Eclipse Viewing, Emphasize Importance of Tourism to ...

Erie County estimates as many as 200,000 tourists poured into Northwestern Pennsylvania to glimpse today’s total solar eclipse, injecting up to $50 million in the local economy. Tourism is one of the largest and most important industries in Pennsylvania …

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Published on April 5, 2024 - 18:56 GMT

WATCH: Governor Shapiro Speaks with Doctors and Advocates at Planned Parenthood to Discuss His Administration’s New Health ...

“What we’re trying to do is cut through that red tape, cut through the B.S., and get stuff done – which is our mantra. In this case, making sure folks have access to the pill and that they have access to it for whatever reasons they determined with you …

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Published on April 4, 2024 - 17:32 GMT

Following Outreach from Governor Shapiro and Pennsylvania Workers, U.S. Department of Energy Releases Rule That Saves 1,100 ...

Governor Shapiro sent a letter to DOE outlining Pennsylvanians’ concerns, asking for more flexible timeframe and additional time to upgrade manufacturing processes. The final DOE rule allows Cleveland-Cliffs Butler Works to continue producing steel that is …

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Published on April 4, 2024 - 14:54 GMT

Governor’s Advisory Commission on Women and Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Open Nomination Period for ...

Harrisburg, PA – Continuing the Shapiro-Davis Administration’s effort to support women in the Commonwealth and recognize those women who have served their country in the military, the Governor’s Advisory Commission on Women and the Pennsylvania Department …

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Published on April 3, 2024 - 20:45 GMT

Shapiro Administration and U.S. Department of Interior Secretary Deb Haaland Announce $244 Million for Abandoned Mine Land Cleanup ...

Pennsylvania has the largest inventory of abandoned coal mines in the nation – and already, the Commonwealth has rehabilitated 91,000 acres of abandoned mine lands. Federal funding will go towards rehabilitating abandoned mines, protecting homes and …

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Published on April 3, 2024 - 15:21 GMT

ICYMI: In New Op-Ed, Governor Josh Shapiro Shares How His Commonsense Energy Plan Will Create a New Era of Energy Leadership in ...

“Soon after I took office as governor, I brought together a working group of leaders from the energy industry, organized labor, environmental groups and consumer advocates to come up with a plan to protect Pennsylvania’s position as an energy leader and …

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Published on April 2, 2024 - 17:57 GMT

Governor Shapiro and Rep. Venkat Highlight Plan to Erase Medical Debt for Many Families Across Pennsylvania During Visit to ...

The Governor’s proposed 2024-25 budget proposes a $4 million investment to erase nearly $400 million of medical debt for low-income Pennsylvanians. Approximately 1 million Pennsylvanians carry some kind of medical debt and it disproportionately impacts …

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Published on April 1, 2024 - 16:37 GMT

Governor Shapiro Announces Guidance for Health Insurers to Improve Coverage for Over-the-Counter Contraception as the ...

Pennsylvania Insurance Department will issue guidance to insurers to provide coverage for over-the-counter contraception with or without a prescription. PID will hold insurers accountable, requiring additional information from companies who chose not to …

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Published on March 29, 2024 - 17:13 GMT

In Philadelphia, Governor Shapiro and Legislative Leaders Tout Proposed Budget Investments in the Whole-Home Repairs Program, ...

Since taking office, Governor Shapiro has been focused on cutting costs and helping Pennsylvanians maintain – and stay in – their homes, and his 2024-25 budget proposes investing $50 million in the Whole-Home Repairs Program. The Governor’s budget …

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Published on March 27, 2024 - 17:21 GMT

Governor Shapiro Announces New Directive for Use of Project Labor Agreements to Support Successful and Timely Projects, Create ...

The Governor’s new PLA guidance will ensure projects are completed successfully and on time at a fair cost to taxpayers, while supporting high quality jobs and strengthening Pennsylvania’s economy and infrastructure. Governor Shapiro is continuing to …

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