Press Releases

During Visit to West Chester University, Governor Shapiro Highlights How Higher Education Blueprint Will Spur Economic Growth and Workforce Development

Governor Shapiro and his Administration are regularly meeting with higher education, labor, and legislative leaders to build out the blueprint and create a system to support students, invest in workforce development, and propel our economy forward. Governor Shapiro’s balanced budget responsibly invests in Pennsylvanians now – and his higher education plan increases access and affordability […]

ICYMI: All Across the Commonwealth, Shapiro Administration, Local Leaders Highlight How Governor’s Proposal to Invest in Public Transit Would Connect Pennsylvanians to Opportunity

Governor Shapiro knows safe, clean, on-time public transit is essential to Pennsylvanians’ daily lives and our economic growth – his 2024-25 budgets proposes a $282 million increase in the public transit systems that Pennsylvanians rely on. Harrisburg, PA – In the past week, Lt. Gov. Austin Davis and Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Secretary Mike […]

Governor Shapiro and Secretary Mumin Visit Reading Area Community College, Share How Higher Education Blueprint Will Create Opportunity for Accessible and Affordable Options for Students

Governor Shapiro unveiled his higher education blueprint in January after working with higher education leaders from across the Commonwealth to improve access and opportunity for Pennsylvania students. Governor Shapiro believes that now is the time to invest – and his plan ensures higher education will be an economic driver for Pennsylvania, support students, and address […]

Governor Shapiro Launches Pennsylvania Election Threats Task Force to Ensure Safe, Secure, Free, & Fair Election this November

Governor Shapiro and Secretary Schmidt lead task force of federal, state, and local partners to protect democracy and ensure safe, secure elections in Pennsylvania Harrisburg, PA – As part of his commitment to ensure safe and secure elections in Pennsylvania, Governor Shapiro has established the Pennsylvania Election Threats Task Force. Led by Secretary of the […]

ICYMI: Chemical Manufacturer Chemstream Inc. Agrees to Complete and Total Transparency of Proprietary Chemicals Used in Natural Gas Production, in Line with Shapiro Administration’s Collaboration with CNX

Chemstream Inc. becomes the first service provider to fully comply with the historic collaboration and disclose proprietary chemicals used in natural gas production. The announcement comes following the Shapiro Administration’s new policy requiring natural gas operators to publicly disclose chemicals they use earlier in the well development process. Harrisburg, PA – Yesterday, leading chemical manufacturer […]