Governor Shapiro and Senate Republicans may find agreement on expanding the benefit, which primarily benefits seniors and the disabled.
By Christen Smith
House GOP says Democrats sabotaged Shapiro budget to spend more
State House Dems pass a budget far beyond that which the governor requested.
By Todd Shepherd
School choice coalition pressures governor for support
Lifeline Scholarships stalled in the legislature last term, but could pass this time — and help a lot of children, advocates say.
By Anthony Hennen
Beth Ann Rosica: “Free for all” means reduced resources for the most disadvantaged
Welfare benefits should be reserved for the needy, not the comfortable middle class.
By Beth Ann Rosica
Governor’s property tax and rent rebate expansion plan scrutinized
Shapiro says the rebate program needs updating after twenty years.
By Christen Smith
High weed tax in Pennsylvania may repeat California’s mistakes
Legalization advocates fear that high taxes will drive marijuana users to the illegal market.
By Anthony Hennen
Sen. John Kane: The plumber’s perspective on Governor Shapiro’s budget
This budget will ensure our Commonwealth thrives without getting in the way of progress.
By Senator John Kane
David Galluch: Pennsylvania’s energy future, hidden behind a locked door
Governor Wolf acted unilaterally to stymie Pennsylvania’s energy industry; will Governor Shapiro do the same?
By David Galluch
Pennsylvania’s permitting delays, carbon taxes still vexing lawmakers
The slow environmental permitting process weighs down job creation, critics say.
By Anthony Hennen
Is Shapiro shifting his stance on RGGI?
The governor’s office says he is merely exploring the possibility of joining the interstate compact, which would likely raise energy prices.
By Daniel Payne