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HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro and top state officials last week highlighted major new investments aimed at strengthening Pennsylvania’s child care workforce, expanding access to quality early learning, and …
Big Push for Child Care and Rural Health: Pennsylvania Rolls Out Sweeping Support Programs Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania kicked off the 2025 holiday season with an unexpected milestone Thursday, as the Shapiro Administration announced that more than 1,000 stuffed toys passed state safety inspections …
Record Toy Safety Inspections Spark Surprising Holiday Surge in PA Donations Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro announced Friday that his administration is expediting the release of November Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for Pennsylvania residents following a federal court …
Shapiro Administration Fast-Tracks SNAP Payments After Federal Court Ruling Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Tuesday, the Shapiro Administration gathered with suicide prevention advocates and Pennsylvanians affected by suicide to mark Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, emphasizing the importance of behavioral health …
Shapiro Administration Marks Suicide Prevention Awareness Month with Focus on High-Risk Groups Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — More than 140,000 Pennsylvanians are at risk of losing access to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) following new federal work and reporting requirements included in the …
More Than 140,000 Pennsylvanians Face SNAP Benefit Loss Under New Federal Rules Read More
LANCASTER, PA — As Pennsylvania students return to campuses for the fall semester, state officials are reminding young adults to safeguard their personal belongings and take advantage of support services …
Shapiro Administration Urges College Students To Protect Belongings And Use Support Resources Read More
POCONO MANOR, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) hosted the 33rd Annual Pennsylvania Permanency Conference last week in Monroe County, bringing together child welfare professionals, foster and adoptive …
Pennsylvania Permanency Conference Highlights Adoption Achievements and Honors Advocates Read More
LANCASTER, PA — Pennsylvania officials gathered at Union Community Care in Lancaster on Thursday to address the potential fallout from proposed federal Medicaid cuts, which could strip health coverage from …
Pennsylvania Officials Warn of Devastating Impact of Proposed Medicaid Cuts Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) and Office of State Inspector General (OSIG) have unveiled a new security feature that allows public benefits recipients to lock …
Protect Your Benefits: Pennsylvania Launches New EBT Card Lock Feature Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has unveiled new resources to support residents still recovering from the devastating effects of Tropical Storm Debby, which struck the …
Pennsylvania Expands Recovery Support for Tropical Storm Debby Survivors Read More