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What Pennsylvania Firefighters and Local Leaders Are Saying About Governor Shapiro’s Plan to Increase State Support for First Responders

From: Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro
April 25, 2025
Governor Shapiro’s 2025-26 proposed budget includes a new $30 million competitive grant program to help fire companies purchase life-saving equipment and recruit and retain… Read More

Governor Shapiro’s 'Lightning Plan' Introduced in General Assembly

From: Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro
April 24, 2025
After co-sponsorship memos were circulated last month, legislators formally introduced key components of Governor Shapiro’s commonsense energy plan for Pennsylvania in the state… Read More

In Visit to Erie Fire Department, Governor Shapiro Highlights Plan to Increase State Support for Pennsylvania Firefighters

From: Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro
April 24, 2025
Following the arson attack on the Pennsylvania Governor’s residence, Governor Shapiro continues to thank first responders across the Commonwealth and call for more support for our firefighters,… Read More

ActBlue Executive Order: PA Dems Response

April 24, 2025
Moments ago, the Trump Administration released a memorandum targeting ActBlue — a nonprofit fundraising platform that empowers thousands of campaigns, nonprofits, and millions of community… Read More

'Good Trouble Fest' Brought Civic Action Fair To Scranton Amid GOP Silence

April 23, 2025
SCRANTON, PA – On Tuesday night, the Lackawanna County Federation of Democratic Women, Pennsylvania Democrats, and eight other Democratic ally organizations hosted the Good Trouble Fest –… Read More

FERC Approves Governor Shapiro’s Settlement with PJM to Prevent Unnecessary Price Hikes and Save Consumers Over $21 Billion on Utility Bills

From: Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro
April 22, 2025
In December 2024, Governor Shapiro filed a lawsuit with federal energy regulators to prevent energy price hikes on 65 million consumers, including 13 million Pennsylvanians. Without action, PJM… Read More

Governor Shapiro, First Lady Shapiro, Lieutenant Governor Davis, and Second Lady Holmes Davis Welcome Children, Parents, and the Easter Bunny to the Governor’s Residence for Annual Easter Egg Hunt

From: Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro
April 22, 2025
Governor Shapiro and the First Lady were committed to reopening the Governor’s Residence swiftly following the arson attack on April 13th – ensuring it remains a welcoming place for all… Read More

Governor Shapiro Launches WhatsApp Channels to Offer Pennsylvanians More Ways to Connect Directly with State Government

From: Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro
April 21, 2025
Governor Shapiro’s new WhatsApp channels will provide direct updates on news, services, and initiatives – helping state government meet Pennsylvanians where they are online. The first… Read More

Governor Shapiro Orders US, Commonwealth Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of His Holiness Pope Francis

From: Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro
April 21, 2025
On April 21st, Governor Josh Shapiro ordered United States and Commonwealth flags on all Commonwealth facilities, public buildings, and grounds across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to fly at… Read More

In Visit to Mt. Lebanon Fire Department, Governor Shapiro Highlights Plan to Increase State Support for Pennsylvania Firefighters

From: Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro
April 21, 2025
Following the arson attack on the Pennsylvania Governor’s residence, Governor Shapiro continues to thank first responders and call for more support for our firefighters, who are stretched thin… Read More

Joint Statement from Former Governors and First Ladies of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

From: Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro
April 18, 2025
Harrisburg, PA – On April 18th, Former Governors, First Ladies, and First Families of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania issued the following statement in support of Governor Shapiro, First Lady… Read More

Governor Shapiro Joins Good Morning America to Discuss Attack on the Governor’s Residence, Combatting Political Violence with Moral Clarity

From: Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro
April 18, 2025
“This kind of violence has no place in our society, no place in our politics. It’s no way to settle our differences — no matter how profound or honestly held those differences… Read More

In Visit to Bethlehem Fire Department, Governor Shapiro Highlights Plan to Increase State Support for Pennsylvania Firefighters

From: Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro
April 18, 2025
Following the arson attack on the Pennsylvania Governor’s residence, Governor Shapiro continues to thank first responders and call for more support for our firefighters, who are stretched thin… Read More

Governor Shapiro Issues A Renewed Call To Stand Up Against Political Violence: 'This Kind Of Violence Has No Place In Our Society'

From: Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro
April 17, 2025
Governor Shapiro Issues A Renewed Call To Stand Up Against Political Violence: ‘This Kind Of Violence Has No Place In Our Society’ “I said after the assassination attempt on the… Read More

At Harrisburg Bureau of Fire Station 1, Governor Shapiro, First Family, and Chef Robert Irvine Serve Lunch to Firefighters and First Responders, Honoring Their Heroic Response to Arson at Governor’s Residence

From: Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro
April 17, 2025
The Governor, First Family, and Chef Irvine thanked firefighters and first responders from the Harrisburg Bureau of Fire, Progress Volunteer Fire Department, Lemoyne Volunteer Fire Department, and… Read More