Press Releases

What People Are Saying About Governor Shapiro’s Budget Proposal to Get Stuff Done, Create Opportunity, and Advance Real Freedom for All Pennsylvanians

Leaders across Pennsylvania praise Governor Shapiro’s “thorough, bold plan” filled with “historic” investments to create opportunity for Pennsylvanians. Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro presented his 2024-25 budget proposal to the General Assembly and to the people of Pennsylvania – sharing his ‘get stuff done’ approach and vision to create more opportunity and continue delivering […]

Governor Shapiro Unveils 2024-25 Budget Proposal to Get Stuff Done, Create Opportunity, and Advance Real Freedom for All Pennsylvanians

Governor Shapiro’s budget proposal continues to get stuff done for Pennsylvanians by investing in economic development and higher education, funding K-12 education and Pre-K, building healthier, safer communities, and creating opportunity all across our Commonwealth. Governor Shapiro’s bold vision maintains a balanced budget and does not raise taxes – and if every initiative is funded, […]

Governor Shapiro’s 2024-25 Budget Address as Prepared

Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro delivered his 2024-25 Budget Address to the General Assembly. The following is the address as prepared: Thank you. Lieutenant Governor Davis, Madam Speaker McClinton, Madam President Pro Tem Ward… Leader Pittman, Leader Costa, Leader Bradford, Leader Cutler… Thank you for convening this special session and giving me the […]

Governor Josh Shapiro Opens Application for Historically Disadvantaged Businesses to Access $10.5 Million in Eligible Funding

Eligible small diverse businesses can apply for funding grants to assist with working capital, inventory, equipment, marketing, and costs to support ongoing operations. Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro is delivering on a major budget priority, opening the application window for small diverse businesses across the Commonwealth to apply for a total of $10.5 […]

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

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 no long-term contamination in Western PA related to derailment. At Governor Shapiro’s request, Norfolk Southern has […]