Libertarian Ken Krawchuk vows to fix schools, cut taxes in 4th run for Pa. governorEditor’s note: This is the third and final profile on this year’s candidates for Pennsylvania governor. A profile of Republican challenger Stacy Garrity was published Sept. 26. One on Democratic incumbent Gov. Josh Shapiro ran Tuesday. Montgomery County Libertarian Ken Krawchuk failed to garner more than 1% of the votesPittsburgh Tribune-Review7d agoWhole story →EducationEconomyJosh Shapiropennsylvania governor election
Whistleblower suit claims ‘waste and wrongdoing’ by Shapiro administration over governor’s mansion renovationsA whistleblower lawsuit accuses Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration of bypassing procurement requirements meant to safeguard the use of taxpayer dollars, including during renovations to the governor’s mansion, and firing a staffer who raised concerns. The administration waived competitive bid requirements after purchases were made, split…Pittsburgh Tribune-Review14d agoWhole story →GovernmentEconomyJosh Shapiropennsylvania governor mansion renovations controversy
White House plan to subsidize stay-at-home parents divides conservativesA Trump administration policy that is being described as “stupid” was reportedly based in part on a 2022 proposal from Utah Gov. Spencer Cox.Salt Lake Tribune15d agoWhole story →GovernmentEconomySpencer Coxfamily subsidy proposal
The Trump administration will force Pa. to pay more for SNAP. Gov. Shapiro’s office says it can’tThe Trump administration will be overhauling the SNAP program in two major steps, forcing Pennsylvania to pay more for the federal food program and jeopardizing those in need, according to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s office. The first phase begins Oct. 1, when states will have to pay for 75% of thePittsburgh Tribune-Review17d agoWhole story →FoodEconomyJosh Shapirosnap funding overhaul
Josh Shapiro gets stuff undoneGov. Josh Shapiro is abandoning his pro-growth brand with policy U-turns on data centers, school choice, and Pennsylvania jobs.Washington Examiner1mo agoWhole story →TechnologyEconomyJosh Shapiropennsylvania economic policy shift
The Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit is helping many families pay for rent and groceries | OpinionThanks to the advocacy of Gov. Josh Shapiro, members of the General Assembly, and other stakeholders, the newly-established Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit (WPTC) was available this year for the first time.Mechanicsburg Patriot News1mo agoWhole story →EconomyJosh Shapiropennsylvania tax credit rollout
Why Shapiro hasn't decided on a new federal scholarship programPa. Gov. Josh Shapiro has until the end of 2026 to opt the commonwealth into a new federal tax credit program. What's the debate around the decision?York Daily Record1mo agoWhole story →EducationEconomyJosh Shapirofederal scholarship program decision
Utah governor launches quantum technology initiativeGov. Spencer Cox said he wants to prioritize researching and investing in quantum technology as a key part of Utah's tech industry.Salt Lake City Deseret News2mo agoWhole story →TechnologyEconomySpencer Coxutah quantum initiative launch
