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HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed state budget for 2025-26 has won the enthusiastic support of State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, who calls the plan a vital investment in Pennsylvania’s …
How Melissa Shusterman’s Support for Shapiro’s Bold Budget Could Transform Your Community’s Future Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has announced the successes of its PA CareerLink® Awareness Days initiative, which linked nearly 5,000 Pennsylvanians with hundreds of …
Life-Changing Job Fairs Help Thousands of Pennsylvanians Land Careers—Is Your Opportunity Next? Read More
PITTSBURGH, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro unveiled the ambitious “Lightning Plan” on Thursday at Pittsburgh International Airport, setting a new standard for energy leadership in Pennsylvania. This comprehensive and forward-thinking strategy …
Governor Shapiro’s ‘Lightning Plan’ Charts a Bold Course for Pennsylvania’s Energy Future Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania residents can now apply for the 2025 Property Tax/Rent Rebate (PTRR) program, with an increased income cap aimed at helping more seniors and people with disabilities. The …
Expanded Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program Now Accepting Applications Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of State has successfully slashed processing times for business and charity registrations from an average of 40 days in early 2023 to just two to …
Pennsylvania Cuts Red Tape for Businesses with Streamlined Registration Process Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) has announced an $8 million investment to expand and improve recovery support services for individuals battling opioid use …
PA Invests Over $8 Million to Enhance Recovery Support Services Read More
WORMLEYSBURG, PA — The Shapiro Administration has announced a $33,750 investment in A Gift of Smiles, a nonprofit dental clinic in Lemoyne dedicated to providing free dental care to low-income …
Transforming Smiles, Changing Lives: How Pennsylvania’s $72M Boost Is Shaping Brighter Futures for Vulnerable Communities Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — When Governor Josh Shapiro unveiled the Commonwealth Office of Digital Experience (CODE PA) in April 2023, it marked the beginning of a bold vision to modernize Pennsylvania’s online …
Unlock Your Digital Future: How CODE PA is Transforming Your Access to State Services Now! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Officer James Green of the Butler Area School District has been awarded the prestigious Recognizing Inspiring School Employees (RISE) Award, a national honor presented by the U.S. Department …
Pennsylvania School Police Officer Honored with National RISE Award for Transforming Lives Read More
ALLENTOWN, PA — Standing in the bustling corridors of Harrison-Morton Middle School, Governor Josh Shapiro delivered a resounding message on Friday to students, educators, and families throughout Pennsylvania. Over the …
Historic Education Investments Transform Schools Across Pennsylvania Read More