Pennsylvania Office of the Governor Press Releases

• Published on January 16, 2024 - 19:31 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro: Property Tax/Rent Rebates Now Available for Eligible Older Pennsylvanians, People with Disabilities

  Governor Shapiro’s expansion of the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program delivered the largest targeted tax cut for seniors in nearly two decades, expanding access to nearly 175,000 more Pennsylvanians and increasing maximum rebate from $650 to $1000. Governor …

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• Published on January 11, 2024 - 20:34 GMT

  

  Statement from Governor Josh Shapiro on the Basic Education Funding Commission’s Report

  Harrisburg, PA – Today, following the report and recommendations released by the Basic Education Funding Commission, Governor Josh Shapiro released the following statement: “Last year, Commonwealth Court directed my Administration, legislative leaders, and …

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• Published on January 10, 2024 - 21:12 GMT

  

  At the PA Farm Show, Governor Shapiro Joins USDA Secretary Vilsack and PA Agriculture Secretary Redding to Announce $26 Million ...

  Thanks to $26 million in federal funding, Pennsylvania will fund projects that strengthen the state’s food systems by improving capacity and resilience in the middle of the supply chain for farm and food businesses. The RFSI funding will build on the 2023- …

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• Published on January 9, 2024 - 19:10 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Continues “GSD Tour” in York, Highlighting the Expanded Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit to Cut Costs for ...

  Last month, Governor Shapiro signed into law a major, bipartisan expansion of the childcare tax credit – putting more money back into the pockets of 210,000 working Pennsylvania families. More than 7,000 families in York County will now receive a higher …

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• Published on January 9, 2024 - 17:04 GMT

  

  Governor Josh Shapiro Announces Excelitas Technologies Corp. is Relocating its Headquarters to Pennsylvania, Will Create At Least ...

  Leading photonics technology company is moving its headquarters from Massachusetts to Pittsburgh’s Strip District Neighborhood and plans to be open by early summer. The Shapiro Administration won this project over Ohio and is aggressively competing with …

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• Published on January 9, 2024 - 14:33 GMT

  

  Shapiro Administration and OpenAI Launch First-in-the-Nation Generative AI Pilot for Commonwealth Employees

  Building on Governor Shapiro’s Executive Order, the Shapiro Administration is taking a historic first step to utilize generative AI in state government employee operations, demonstrating an employee-centered approach that balances innovation with safety, …

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• Published on January 8, 2024 - 13:49 GMT

  

  Shapiro Administration’s Investment in Astrobotic Technology Helps Lead America Back to the Moon, Grow Pennsylvania’s Economy

  Shapiro Administration has invested millions in Pittsburgh-based Astrobotic Technology, helping the leading space and robotics company grow and create jobs to help Pennsylvania innovate and lead American back to the moon.   Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor …

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• Published on January 5, 2024 - 18:03 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Kicks Off “GSD Tour” in Chester County, Highlighting Bipartisan Efforts to Cut Costs by Dramatically Expanding ...

  Last month, Governor Shapiro signed into law a major, bipartisan expansion of the childcare tax credit – putting more money back into the pockets of 210,000 working Pennsylvania families. 11,000 families in Chester County will now receive a higher state …

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• Published on December 27, 2023 - 15:30 GMT

  

   Shapiro Administration Secures Over $44.4 Million in Additional Federal Funding to Reduce Methane Emissions, Ramp Up Plugging of ...

  Shapiro Administration plugged more oil and gas wells in 2023 than in the previous eight years combined; new federal funding will allow DEP to continue to expand plugging operations and reduce methane emissions Harrisburg, PA – This month, the Shapiro …

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• Published on December 21, 2023 - 19:39 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Got Stuff Done: Shapiro Administration Unveils Interactive Map to Highlight Investments & Progress Made Across ...

  The new interactive tool gives Pennsylvanians a county-by-county breakdown of investments made in their communities on various topics, including economic development, education, energy, agriculture, environment, healthcare, and more. Harrisburg, PA – …

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• Published on December 20, 2023 - 21:30 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Gets Stuff Done: Supporting Pennsylvania Farmers and Agriculture, Expanding Broadband Access, & Investing in ...

  The Shapiro Administration took concrete steps to support Pennsylvania farmers and the agriculture industry, which supports one in 10 jobs and contributes $132 billion a year to Pennsylvania’s economy.   After receiving over $1 billion in federal funding …

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• Published on December 20, 2023 - 14:15 GMT

  

  ICYMI: Governor Josh Shapiro and CNX CEO Nick Deiuliis Highlight Historic Collaboration to “Responsibly Produce Energy, Create ...

  “As we learn the important lessons from the environmental legacy of the past and continue to innovate, we reject the false choice and misguided rhetoric that says we can’t have a robust energy economy, a healthy environment, and thriving communities.” “The …

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• Published on December 19, 2023 - 21:44 GMT

  

  Shapiro Administration Behavioral Health Council Holds First Meeting, Begins Work to Streamline and Improve Access to Mental ...

  Governor Shapiro signed an Executive Order creating the Council, the first-of-its-kind for Pennsylvania; as part of the EO, Governor also created an Advisory Committee that will share industry knowledge, expertise, reports, findings, and feedback from the …

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• Published on December 19, 2023 - 19:40 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Gets Stuff Done: During First Year in Office, Shapiro Administration Secured Over $1.2 Billion in Private Sector ...

  In his inaugural budget address, Governor Shapiro sent a clear message that Pennsylvania is open for business and his Administration would make the Commonwealth a leader in innovation, job creation, and economic development. Over the past year, the Shapiro …

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• Published on December 19, 2023 - 15:12 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Gets Stuff Done: Creating a One-Stop-Shop for Businesses, Launching CODE PA, and Reforming the Commonwealth’s ...

  The Shapiro Administration has catalogued all Commonwealth-issued permits, licenses and certifications, designed and created PAyback to modernize permit application platforms and services, and made government work faster. Harrisburg, PA – During his first …

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• Published on December 18, 2023 - 21:44 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Gets Stuff Done: Securing Investments in Public Safety, Law Enforcement, and Violence Prevention

  Governor Shapiro secured funding for nearly 400 new state troopers, helped encourage more Pennsylvanians to apply to join PSP, and invested tens of millions in violence prevention efforts. Harrisburg, PA – Public safety is a top priority in the Shapiro …

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• Published on December 18, 2023 - 18:07 GMT

  

  Shapiro Administration Breaks Ground on New Pennsylvania State Police Academy in Hershey

  The new state-of-the-art facility will be the most comprehensive update to the Academy since it opened in 1960 – and will help the Pennsylvania State Police stay well-staffed, well-trained, well-funded, and well-equipped. Hershey, PA – Today, Governor Josh …

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• Published on December 18, 2023 - 14:23 GMT

  

  As Part of Collaboration with Shapiro Administration, CNX Resources Begins Disclosing Names of All Chemicals & Posting Air ...

  Pennsylvanians can see live air quality monitoring results at two of its well pads in Western Pennsylvania, with plans for CNX to expand the program to all of its well pads. CNX has also publicly disclosed all the chemicals and additives used in hydraulic …

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• Published on December 15, 2023 - 22:20 GMT

  

  Governor Shapiro Hosts Ceremonial Bill Signing with Meek Mill, Legislative Leaders, and Reform Advocates, Enacting Historic ...

  Governor Shapiro and Lieutenant Governor Davis joined by Meek Mill, legislative leaders, and reform advocates for the ceremonial signing of legislation that will pave the way for more Pennsylvanians to get the second chances they deserve. After signing …

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• Published on December 15, 2023 - 19:12 GMT

  

  ICYMI: RGGI Working Group Co-Chairs Mike Dunleavy and Jackson Morris Call on Legislators to Come to the Table, Work With Shapiro ...

  “We outlined a detailed vision that would benefit all Pennsylvanians — a vision Shapiro has embraced and vowed to carry forward. All we need now are legislative leaders in Harrisburg who are willing to come to join us at the table and work to develop a …

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