Three “Surging South” states improved reading and math scores while reversing post-pandemic academic losses, all with shoestring budgets.
Minimum wage gets renewed focus in Pennsylvania
Governor Josh Shapiro’s budget proposal on Tuesday places a strong emphasis on bringing the rate from $7.25 to $15.
Area GOP lawmakers concerned about Shapiro budget proposal’s spending – Bucks Round-Up – February 4, 2026
The governor’s plan would increase the total budget to $53.26 billion, using $4.58 billion from the state’s Rainy Day Fund.
Shapiro proposes $53.3B budget for FY27; draws battle lines heading into 2026 elections
The proposal estimates the state’s revenues at only $48.68 billion, with the shortfall requiring a transfer of $4.6 billion from the state’s reserves.
New year, new budget
This year, state leaders – starting with the governor – should have a shared commitment to be practical and prudent in crafting a Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget.
Home care advocates to Shapiro: Do more, or else
Last month, 69 Democratic state House members signed a letter urging Shapiro to include funding increases for the homecare industry in the next budget.
Pennsylvania’s rocky education landscape in 2025
With the budget delayed by months, the state saw many of its institutions in precarious positions.
Labs, Coleman announce major neighborhood assistance program tax credit for Perkasie community revitalization
The tax credit will support renovations to four buildings on the Glassworks site and help bring a fully functioning community center to the area.
Monson steps aside as secretary of budget; Reber named as replacement
Monson will become Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Public School Employees’ Retirement System.
