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Gov. Shapiro aims to eliminate waiting list for services for Pa. adults with intellectual disabilities
Gov. Josh Shapiro and Human Services Secretary Val Arkoosh said Wednesday that it’s vitally important for lawmakers to approve a funding increase for state-subsidized services. Shapiro’s administration considers the funding increase a first step to boost the salaries of employees who work with the intellectually disabled through nonprofit service agencies.
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Pennsylvania offering up to $15k stipends to student teachers to combat shortage
A new assistance program has been established in Pennsylvania to address the ongoing teacher staffing shortages.
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Pa. starting stipend program for student teachers
Pennsylvania is investing in future teachers through a new stipend program aimed at getting them into the education field.
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Gov. Shapiro's plan to boost mass transit aid passes Pa. House, but faces long odds in Senate
Gov. Josh Shapiro’s plan to boost funding for public transportation systems has been approved by Pennsylvania’s House of Representatives. But it faces tough odds in the Republican-controlled Senate.
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Gov. Shapiro's speech was interrupted by shouting people while he was making an address on a clean energy project
A speech by Pa. Govenor Josh Shapiro came to an abrupt end when he was interrupted by shouting people in the audience while he was addressing a public information meeting for a hydrogen hub project. The meeting was to discuss how this clean energy project can help ensure hydrogen is produced using clean sources. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk has more on...
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Gov. Josh Shapiro talks budget proposal in one-on-one sit-down interview
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro tells NBC10’s Lauren Mayk that his budget proposal for 2024 does not include any tax increases for residents even when looking five years into the future.
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Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro aims to boost funding for mass transit, public education in 2024 budget
Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro laid out his spending plans for the commonwealth in this upcoming fiscal year. In his budget address, the governor says he aims to give basic education and mass transit funding a boost. Shapiro is also seeking investment from local governments like Philadelphia and the suburban counties. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk reports.
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Pa. budget proposal: What does Philly get?
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro unveiled his $48 billion proposed budget Tuesday, with no tax increases for the coming year. But, what about the planned impacts for Philadelphia?
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Pa. Gov. Shapiro seeks billions for schools and development in budget that envisions legal weed
Gov. Josh Shapiro’s second budget proposes significant increases to education and economic development and would regulate adult use marijuana, while leaning heavily on Pennsylvania’s flush reserves to underwrite his vision.
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NBC10 @Issue: Spending plan preview
A look at how Pennsylvania may use tax dollars as Governor Josh Shapiro is expected to present his proposed budget this week. Then, tech CEOs were grilled on Capitol Hill following concerns of children’s safety online. An expert will weigh in on the topic. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk hosts NBC10 @Issue for Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024.
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Pennsylvania lawmakers to decide on the state's budget
From school funding to mass transit, Pennsylvania lawmakers will decide how to spend your taxpayer dollars this year, and the process starts with a proposal from Governor Josh Shapiro. NBC10 political reporter Lauren Mayk talked to lawmakers who will play a key role in deciding the end result.
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Gov. Shapiro to push for millions in funds for economic development in Pa. budget
Pennsylvania’s Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro wants to devote millions of dollars to creating a 10-year economic development plan.
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Gov. Josh Shapiro has $282M plan to fund SEPTA
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro this week is expected to reveal plans to get hundreds of millions of dollars in state-funding to SEPTA. Should SEPTA not get new funding, the transit agency is saying it will need to hike fares and cut service.
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Gov. Shapiro looks to increase state spending on public transit
Financial help could be on the way for SEPTA after Gov. Josh Shapiro has proposed a big increase in state funding for public transportation for the coming year. There was a “Save the Train” rally and ride in Northwest Philadelphia on Sunday where a state representative joined to show support for increased funding.
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Gov. Shapiro looks to increase state spending on public transit by $282M
With SEPTA facing a fiscal cliff after missing out on new state funding last year, Gov, Josh Shapiro is set to announce an increase in public transit funding in his upcoming budget proposal.
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Gov. Shapiro eyes overhaul of Pa. higher ed system with eye on affordability
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration says he plans next month to propose an overhaul of a state higher education system that’s among the worst in the nation in affordability. The administration didn’t release many specifics Friday and says the Democratic governor will give more details in his Feb. 6 budget address. The administration says Shapiro will propose “significant” aid for...
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Pennsylvania's governor says he wants to ‘get s— done.' He's made it his slogan, profanity and all
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has a new slogan that’s not fit for kids’ ears. Shapiro sometimes says GSD or “get stuff done.” Other times he just comes out and says it: “get s—- done.” The phrase has become the governing philosophy of the rising star in the Democratic Party. It has prompted some eye rolls from the insiders who hear...
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Gov. Shapiro celebrates second annual ‘Day of Service' in Chester on MLK Day
Governor Shapiro celebrated MLK Day in Chester for Delaware County’s second annual Day of Service event. Despite the frigid weather, hundreds of people came together to give back to the community where Dr. King once lived. NBC10’s Rosemary Connors highlights the event.
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Poor schools are prepared to return to court if Pa. budget falls short on funding plan
The poor schools that won a landmark school funding court case in Pennsylvania last year are prepared to go back to court if the Legislature and governor don’t adequately address shortfalls in the coming months.
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Rapper Meek Mill joins Gov. Shapiro as Pa. passes probation reform bill
Meek Mill broke down in tears after the passing of the probation reform bill in Pennsylvania. NBC10’s Frances Wang has the details.