Josh Shapiro
Josh Shapiro is the 48th Governor of Pennsylvania, serving since January 2023. A moderate Democrat, he previously held roles as state attorney general and Montgomery County commissioner.
Known for his pragmatic leadership, Shapiro has focused on bipartisan initiatives, workforce development, and public health.
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Shapiro Admin Offers $500K Grants for PA Farm Bill To Boost Ag Ed, Healthy School Foods
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding revealed that Pennsylvania’s Farm-to-School Grant program is offering schools and childhood centers to apply for up to $15,000 for eligible projects.…
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WSJ: During His Time in Office, Gov. Shapiro Earns Reputation of Being Competent, Pragmatic, and Sure-Footed
Since he took over as the Governor of Pennsylvania, Upper Dublin’s Josh Shapiro has earned a reputation for being competent, pragmatic, and sure-footed in a…
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Holy Family University, Buckley Construction, Building Trades Council Host Appreciation Luncheon for I-95 Workers
Holy Family University, in collaboration with Buckley Construction and the Building Trades Council, will host I-95 workers and their families from the Building Trades Council,…
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Governor Shapiro Announces $274 Million Investment in Pennsylvania Water Infrastructure
Bucks County is among the 22 counties in Pennsylvania that Governor Josh Shapiro is investing $274 million in for water infrastructure improvements. This funding,…
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Philadelphia and Surrounding Counties Lead Push for $15 Minimum Wage in Pennsylvania
Philadelphia and the surrounding counties are leading the way in the battle to increase the minimum wage in Pennsylvania from the federal minimum of $7.25…
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Kayden’s Law Approved to Enhance Child Custody Safety in Pennsylvania
Kayden’s Law, a bill named in remembrance of a Lower Makefield girl who tragically lost her life in 2018, has been approved by Pennsylvania’s state…
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Bucks County Senator Proposes Sustainable Energy Development with PRESS Initiative
Bucks County State Senator Steve Santarsiero has proposed new legislation aimed at fostering sustainable energy development in the state, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch.…
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Equal Treatment for Skill Games and Casino Slot Machines Is Fair Play
As lawmakers consider Gov. Josh Shapiro’s timely proposal to tax and regulate skill games, they would be wise to follow the blueprint of one the…
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State’s Chief Transformation Officer Aims to Simplify How Pennsylvania Does Business, Unravel Red Tape
Pennsylvania is known as a notoriously tough place to start or run a business, but its new Chief Transformation Officer Ben Kirshner is working on…
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Bucks County Schools on the Brink of Saving $15.7 Million with Charter Funding Reform
Bucks County schools could see a significant financial reprieve, thanks to a bill that includes proposed changes in charter school funding, writes Bethany Rodgers for…
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Pennsylvania Wine Production Rises to Fourth Nationwide, Boosting State Economy
Pennsylvania wine production moved up one spot from fifth to fourth in the nation, according to the findings from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture’s 2023…
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Shapiro Hopes His New 10-year Economic Development Plan Sets a New Course for Pennsylvania’s Future
Pennsylvania governor Josh Shapiro recently outlined a series of key investments he would like to see the state undertake as part of a new 10-year…
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Biotechnology Center in Doylestown Seeks State Funding to Continue Support for Life Science Start-Ups
A Bucks County biotechnology center pilot program is seeking to bring life sciences companies to the Keystone State, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business…
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New Bipartisan Pennsylvania Legislation Clamps Down on Porch Pirating
New legislation passed by Pennsylvania lawmakers aims to crack down on porch pirating or mail theft with increased penalties based on both offenses and the…
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New Task Force Aims to Enhance Flood Insurance, Mitigate Damage in Bucks County
Following the tragic floods that swept Bucks County this summer, Pennsylvania’s government is taking action to mitigate the natural disasters, writes Damon C. Williams for…
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Firstrust Bank Executive Chairman Richard Green Named of the 150 Most Influential Philadelphians
Richard Green, the Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors and Owner of Firstrust Bank, has been named one of the 150 Most Influential Philadelphians…
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Here’s How Pennsylvania Small Businesses Have a Better Chance at Government Contracts
Since September, Pennsylvania small businesses have been granted the chance to compete for state government contracts, according to a staff report from TribLIVE. The executive…
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Shapiro Readies Comprehensive Plan to Boost Pennsylvania’s Business Growth and Retention
Gov. Josh Shapiro announced earlier this week his administration is preparing to unveil Pennsylvania’s economic development plan focusing on attracting and retaining businesses by year’s…
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