Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf today was joined by state officials and clean water advocates for the signing of Senate Bill 9, designating the Eastern hellbender as Pennsylvania’s state amphibian. Sponsored by Senator Gene Yaw, the bill was championed through the legislative process by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s Student Leadership Council to generate greater…
Harrisburg, PA– On the eve of the bill signing ceremony recognizing the Eastern hellbender salamander as the state amphibian, the Wolf Administration is highlighting the importance of clean water to the species. “Hellbenders need clean water to thrive and survive, and DEP has been working to improve water quality throughout the salamander’s range,” said Governor…
Harrisburg, PA – In accordance with Governor Wolf’s 2019 GreenGov Executive Order, Governor Tom Wolf and First Lady Frances Wolf today announced a new LED lighting initiative during the third annual public Earth Day celebration at the Governor’s Residence in Harrisburg. “We are proud to announce that the Governor’s Residence has taken important steps to…
Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf today announced the investment of $69 million for 20 drinking water, wastewater, storm water, and non-point source projects across 14 counties through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST). “The projects included in today’s approvals demonstrate our commitment to investing in clean water for Pennsylvanians,” said Governor Wolf. “The funding…
Harrisburg, PA – Building on his commitment to Pennsylvania’s agriculture industry, Governor Tom Wolf spoke at the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau State Legislative Conference today about his PA Farm Bill and Restore Pennsylvania, two funding proposals supporting farmers and their families. “Pennsylvania proudly hails agriculture as one of its biggest industries, and both the PA Farm…
