Pennsylvania Office of the Governor Press Releases

• Published on February 2, 2024 - 15:51 GMT

  

  One Year After East Palestine Train Derailment, the Shapiro Administration Remains Focused on Supporting Local Communities & First ...

  One-year after the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine on February 3, the Shapiro Administration is continuing to conduct precautionary tests of the soil and water in Beaver and Lawrence counties. Continued testing by DEP and PDA confirms …

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• Published on February 1, 2024 - 20:25 GMT

  

  ICYMI: Governor Shapiro Launches Commonwealth’s First Economic Development Strategy in Nearly Two Decades to Create Economic ...

  All across the Commonwealth, Pennsylvanians are reading about Governor Shapiro’s plan to create jobs and grow our economy. Harrisburg, PA – This week, Governor Josh Shapiro and Secretary of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Rick Siger launched the …

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• Published on January 31, 2024 - 19:57 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Highlights New Economic Development Strategy, Importance of Robotics and Technology Sectors at Mill 19 in ...

  The strategy, which was created by the Shapiro Administration and partners from across Pennsylvania, guides our path forward to strong economic growth, jobs, and innovation. The Commonwealth will use the new comprehensive strategy to reach its full …

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• Published on January 30, 2024 - 18:59 GMT

  

  What Business, Labor, Agriculture, and Education Leaders Are Saying About Governor Shapiro’s Economic Development Strategy

  “A smart and practical approach to economic growth”…“long overdue”…“a needed blueprint for inclusive growth”…“a real investment in Pennsylvania’s workers and industries”…“a critical milestone”…“sustainable progress that lifts up families and neighborhoods” …

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• Published on January 30, 2024 - 18:06 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro and AG Henry File Amicus Briefs Urging Supreme Court to Maintain Access to Medication Abortion, Reiterate Their ...

  Pennsylvania joins 21 other Governors from the Reproductive Freedom Alliance in urging the Court to rule in favor of medication abortion access and uphold the longstanding federal FDA-review process. Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro filed an …

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• Published on January 30, 2024 - 17:01 GMT

  

  Pennsylvania Gets It Done: Governor Josh Shapiro Launches First Statewide Economic Development Strategy in Nearly Two Decades

  The Shapiro Administration worked alongside partners across Pennsylvania to create the targeted strategy, which maps the Commonwealth’s path forward to strong economic growth and more good-paying jobs. This new strategy will help the Commonwealth reach its …

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• Published on January 29, 2024 - 17:46 GMT

  

  VIDEOS & TESTIMONIALS: What Pennsylvania Students, Business and Education Leaders Are Saying About Governor Shapiro’s Higher ...

  Harrisburg, PA – Since taking office, Governor Shapiro has worked to ensure every Pennsylvanian has the freedom to chart their own course and the opportunity to succeed. Last week, the Governor released a bold new blueprint for higher education in …

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• Published on January 29, 2024 - 13:09 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro to Propose Major Increase in State Funding for Public Transit in 2024-25 Budget

  Governor Shapiro knows safe, clean, on-time public transit is essential to Pennsylvanians’ daily lives and our economic growth – and in his upcoming budget address, he will propose $282 million for the public transit systems that Pennsylvanians rely on. In …

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• Published on January 26, 2024 - 21:33 GMT

  

  Democratic & Republican Lawmakers, Higher Education Leaders, Business Leaders, and Students Praise Governor Shapiro’s New ...

  “The governor’s proposal is a real opportunity to build upon the strengths of PASSHE universities and the community colleges. Together we can create a new, larger system with better collaboration that gives students more pathways to a degree or credential, …

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• Published on January 26, 2024 - 13:21 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Delivers New Blueprint for Higher Education, Focused on Competitiveness and Workforce Development & Grounded in ...

  Governor Shapiro’s blueprint works to ensure every Pennsylvanian will have the freedom to chart their own course and the opportunity to succeed. Under Governor Shapiro’s plan, higher education will serve as an economic driver for Pennsylvania, prepare …

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• Published on January 25, 2024 - 20:58 GMT

  

  ICYMI: Governor Shapiro Returns to West End Ambulance Service in Johnstown to Discuss His Administration’s Investments in First ...

  Governor Shapiro visited West End Ambulance Service in 2017 and promised to deliver more resources. The first budget he signed into law boosted EMS reimbursement rates. “I’m going to propose in my next budget doubling the Fire and EMS grant program, which …

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• Published on January 24, 2024 - 20:55 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro: $194 Million Investment in Water Infrastructure Projects Coming to 20 Counties Across the Commonwealth

  The federal funding will support 28 drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and non-point source projects across the Commonwealth and build on the Shapiro Administration’s commitment to increasing access to pure water. Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh …

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• Published on January 24, 2024 - 17:36 GMT

  

  Governor’s Advisory Commissions, DOH Acting Secretary and Pennsylvania Black Maternal Health Caucus Host a Discussion about Black ...

  Harrisburg, Pa – Yesterday, the Governor’s Advisory Commission on Women and the Governor’s Advisory Commission on African American Affairs joined Representative Gina H. Curry, Acting Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen, and lawmakers from the Pennsylvania …

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• Published on January 24, 2024 - 17:36 GMT

  

  Shapiro Administration Invests in Ralph S. Alberts Co. to Expand Manufacturing Operations in Lycoming County, Creating and ...

  The 60-year-old custom molding manufacturer is investing $2.3 million to purchase and renovate a facility in Montoursville. Today’s announcement is the latest example of the Shapiro Administration’s commitment to strengthening the Commonwealth’s …

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• Published on January 22, 2024 - 19:58 GMT

  

  FACT SHEET: How Many Pennsylvania Families in Every County Will Qualify for the Childcare Tax Credit Under Governor Shapiro’s ...

  Harrisburg, PA – Last month, Governor Josh Shapiro signed into law an expansion of the Childcare Tax Credit for nearly 210,000 Pennsylvania families. Under previous law, Pennsylvania would match only 30 percent of the federal Childcare Tax Credit. Now, …

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• Published on January 22, 2024 - 18:00 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Visits the Greater Johnstown Community YMCA, Highlights Bipartisan Efforts to Cut Costs for Pennsylvanians with ...

  Since taking office, Governor Shapiro has been focused on cutting costs for Pennsylvania families – signing major legislation to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and the Childcare Tax Credit. The bipartisan expansion of the Property Tax/Rent …

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• Published on January 19, 2024 - 14:29 GMT

  

  Shapiro Administration Adopts Commonwealth’s First Debt Management Policy, Building on Sound Fiscal Management of First Year in ...

  As part of the Shapiro Administration’s ongoing commitment to responsible fiscal management, the new debt management policy will help the Commonwealth with long-term financial planning and provide guidelines for the structure of debt issuance. During the …

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• Published on January 18, 2024 - 19:45 GMT

  

  In Luzerne County, Governor Shapiro Focuses on Work to Cut Costs for Pennsylvanians Through Expanded Child and Dependent Care Tax ...

  The expanded child and dependent care tax credit will put more money back into the pockets of nearly 210,000 working Pennsylvania families, while nearly 175,000 more Pennsylvanians will qualify for the PTRR program.  In Luzerne County, more than 5,000 …

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• Published on January 17, 2024 - 20:53 GMT

  

  One Year of GSD: Governor Shapiro Keeps His Promises, Gets Stuff Done for Pennsylvanians

    PROMISE MADE     PROMISE KEPT   AUTOMATIC VOTER REGISTRATION     Governor Shapiro promised to ensure access to the ballot box and streamline Pennsylvania’s voter registration process while improving the accuracy and security of the electoral system upon …

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• Published on January 17, 2024 - 15:53 GMT

  

  Gobernador Shapiro: Los Reembolsos de Impuestos Sobre Bienes Inmuebles/Alquiler Ahora Están Disponibles Para Residentes Mayores de ...

  La expansión del programa de Reembolso de Impuestos Sobre Bienes Inmuebles/Alquiler por parte del Gobernador Shapiro generó el mayor recorte de impuestos dirigido a las personas mayores en casi dos décadas, extendiendo ayuda a casi 175,000 residentes más …

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