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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Pennsylvania U.S. Senator John Fetterman is celebrating a legislative victory after the Senate recently passed a six-bill package that prevents a partial government shutdown and earmarks funds …
Senator Fetterman Champions Pennsylvania in Senate ‘Minibus’ Bill Passage Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Governor Josh Shapiro announced this week that Fitch Ratings has upgraded the state’s credit rating from ‘AA-’ to ‘AA’. The upgrade builds on positive credit rating outlooks from …
Pennsylvania’s Credit Rating Upgraded to ‘AA’ Under Governor Shapiro’s Administration Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Yesterday, Governor Josh Shapiro signed a bipartisan budget for fiscal year 2023-24 that prioritizes Pennsylvania’s economy, communities, and schools. The budget includes investments in education, support for businesses, …
Highlights from Governor Shapiro’s Signing: Pennsylvania’s Budget Boosts Economy, Schools, and Communities Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Principal partners of Early Learning Pennsylvania (ELPA) express disappointment over the failure to expand state-funded pre-K programs and address the child care crisis in the 2023-24 Pennsylvania state …
Missed Opportunities: Early Learning Pennsylvania Urges Action on Pre-K Expansion and Child Care Crisis Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Lead-Free Promise Project is praising the inclusion of $2.37 million in Pennsylvania’s final 2023-24 budget for lead paint remediation. The funding will support low-income homeowners and landlords …
Pennsylvania Budget: $2.37 Million Secured to Combat Lead Hazards and Protect Children’s Health Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Level Up Coalition praises the addition of $100 million in funding to the 2023-24 PA budget as a crucial step towards addressing the equity issues in Pennsylvania’s …
Level Up Coalition Applauds $100M Funding Boost to Address Equity Issues in Pennsylvania Schools Read More