Pennsylvania governor to deliver budget while seeking money for higher education and public transit
- Gov. Josh Shapiro plans to deliver his second budget proposal to Pennsylvania lawmakers, focusing on priorities such as higher education, public transit, and underfunded schools. He also aims to attract major companies and may reintroduce a private school voucher program.
- Pennsylvania is running deficits and faces a slow-growing economy, demographic challenges, and cost pressures in healthcare and mental health services. However, the state has a strong cash cushion and a recent credit rating upgrade.
- Shapiro seeks to address unfinished business, including raising the minimum wage and creating a private school voucher program, setting him apart from other Democratic governors. He will propose a budget that cuts taxes but hasn't provided details.
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