Press Releases

ICYMI: “We Should Have Done This Years Ago:” Governor Shapiro Touts Plans to Expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program and Provide a Lifeline for Pennsylvanians in Erie

I’m looking forward to having a little more in my pocket” … “This blessing is a godsend. For most of us, it’s a mode of survival” … “The property tax and rent rebate program clearly has needed an update for a while” … “An issue my district cannot stop talking about” Harrisburg, PA – Yesterday, […]

Shapiro Administration Announces All Commonwealth Agencies Take Critical Step in Improving Licensing, Permitting, and Certification Processes

In accordance with Governor Shapiro’s Executive Order, Commonwealth agencies under the Governor’s jurisdiction have compiled the first-ever catalogue of the more than 2,400 licenses, permits, and certifications issued by state government Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro announced that all Commonwealth agencies under the Governor’s jurisdiction have completed a comprehensive review of their licensing, certification, […]

Governor Shapiro Visits Erie West Senior Center to Highlight Budget Proposal to Expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program and Help Pennsylvanians Stay in Their Homes

Governor Shapiro’s proposed budget raises the maximum rebate for seniors from $650 to $1,000 and increases the income cap for renters and homeowners to $45,000 a year 175,000 more Pennsylvanians would qualify for the program and many of the 400,000 who already do would see their rebates nearly double Erie, PA – Today, Governor Josh […]

Senate Confirms Governor Shapiro’s Nominees to Lead the Departments of Aging, Community and Economic Development, and Transportation

Secretaries Jason Kavulich, Rick Siger, and Mike Carroll were confirmed unanimously, reflecting overwhelming bipartisan support for Governor Shapiro’s nominees HARRISBURG, PA – Today, the Senate confirmed three of Governor Josh Shapiro’s cabinet nominations: Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich, Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Rick Siger, and Department of Transportation Secretary Mike Carroll. […]

ICYMI: “Setting a New Tone for Economic Development in Harrisburg:” Governor Shapiro Announces $81 Million Investment in Cutting-Edge Manufacturing Hub in Westmoreland County

“A spark for investment in the entire region” … “Huge for us” … “Truly transformational for manufacturing” … “We’re back” … “This is a big deal” HARRISBURG, PA – This week, Governor Josh Shapiro announced an $81 million investment to create a major, innovation-focused manufacturing operation in the New Kensington Advanced Manufacturing Park that will create […]