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Wolf discusses new state child tax credit program, says 'cost should never be a barrier for parents'

By Bob Martin | Jul 29, 2022

Governor Tom Wolf visited the Early Learning Center at Crispus Attucks in York on Tuesday and highlighted a new state, child tax credit program that would support working families while ensuring “unbarred access” to early childhood education.

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Wolf announces $269 million investment: A 'concerted effort to improve our nation’s infrastructure'

By Bob Martin | Jul 28, 2022

Governor Tom Wolf recently announced that $269 million through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) will be used for 11 drinking water, wastewater, stormwater and non-point source projects in 10 countries.

Wolf includes 'long-overdue investments' in 2022-23 budget

By Bob Martin | Jul 22, 2022

Last week, various organizations across the state praised the work of Gov. Tom Wolf in getting his 2022-23 budget approved, which included major investments in education, local businesses and the environment.

Treasurer Garrity: 'This is a powerful new tool'

By Bob Martin | Jul 16, 2022

The Pennsylvania Treasury Department will be more secure now that the state’s General Assembly approved the 2022-23 state budget which included a fiscal code amendment intended to help stop fraud.

Wolf on new BIL grants: 'Airports are a critical part of Pennsylvania’s transportation network'

By Bob Martin | Jul 12, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf announced that the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) and Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) are receiving grants totaling $49 million for revamping various aspects of the airports.

PennDOT's Gramian 'grateful' for FTA's $750,000 grant to expand state's Find My Ride program

By Bob Martin | Jul 7, 2022

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the state’s Department of Human Services (DHS) were awarded $750,000 in Federal Transit Administration grant money that will be used to expand the Find My Ride (FMR) online program.

Gov. Wolf on Almac Group expansion: 'It’s truly a testament to what our commonwealth has to offer'

By Bob Martin | Jul 6, 2022

Last week, Gov. Tom Wolf announced that the Almac Group will be expanding its facility in Souderton, bringing 355 new jobs to Montgomery County.

Commission for Women director: 'I am saddened and terrified of the ramifications today’s Supreme Court ruling'

By Bob Martin | Jul 1, 2022

Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court voted to uphold Dobbs Vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which effectively overturned Roe Vs. Wade and makes it so women do not have a constitutional right for an abortion. In response, members of various Pennsylvania commissions sounded off in disapproval of the decision.

Wolf announces $10 million in RACP funding: 'Hyper-local investments are the building blocks to success'

By Bob Martin | Jun 24, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf (D-PA) has announced that $10 million in additional Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) funds have been approved to support 15 community, economic development and revitalization projects across the state.

Wolf on $2 million funding for Pennsylvania farms: 'Ensuring our farmers thrive is an investment in Pennsylvania's future'

By Bob Martin | Jun 16, 2022

Last week, Gov. Tom Wolf announced that there will be five agricultural projects funded through a $2 million First Industries Fund, which is intended to help existing farms expand and increase their revenue through a number of ways.

Secretary of Education Hagarty: 'This scholarship program will help make college a little bit more affordable for Pennsylvanians'

By Bob Martin | Jun 16, 2022

Last week, members of the Wolf Administration met with members of the Reading Area Community College (RACC) community where they discussed Gov. Tom Wolf’s proposed $200 million Nellie Bly scholarship that would help Pennsylvania students in certain fields with free or affordable education.

Thaddeus Stevens College president: MTTC 'funding will expand access to workforce training programs'

By Bob Martin | Jun 9, 2022

The Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is receiving $200,000 in funds through the Pennsylvania Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career (MTTC) program to fund a full-time workforce development manager.

Gov. Wolf on gun violence: 'Doing nothing is absolutely unacceptable'

By Bob Martin | Jun 8, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf recently joined CeaseFirePA at a rally in Philadelphia to demand that lawmakers work toward ending gun violence in the wake of the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, that killed 19 students and two teachers.

Bowery to build farm creating 70 jobs and providing food for millions: 'Bowery will help us to continue charting a path for a sustainable, food-secure future'

By Bob Martin | May 29, 2022

This week Gov. Tom Wolf and Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding toured Bowery Farming’s new vertical farm in Bethlehem, which is set to create 70 well-paying, full-time jobs and feed 50 million people within a 200 mile radius.

Pennsylvania DEP secretary to leave position: 'I'm so honored to have served with Gov. Wolf'

By Bob Martin | May 27, 2022

After 25 years of serving the state of Pennsylvania, Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Secretary Patrick McDonnell is leaving his position Saturday, July 2.

Wolf touts Internet for All initiative: The program 'is going to change lives'

By Bob Martin | May 20, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf and U.S. Department of Commerce Under Secretary Jed Kolko were at Marion-Walker Elementary in Centre County on May 18, where they spoke about the $45 billion Internet for All Initiative made possible through the Biden-Harris administration.

Gov. Wolf: 'Under my plan, Pennsylvania households earning $80,000 or less will get up to $2,000'

By Bob Martin | May 18, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf met with Rep. Patty Kim at Wesley Union A.M.E. Zion Church in Harrisburg to make a call to the General Assembly to vote in legislation that would provide direct $2,000 payments to Pennsylvania residents to help with COVID-19 pandemic recovery and rising costs across the board.

Wolf: 'Dream Team' manufacturing program is 'a true win-win for everyone' in Southeast Pennsylvania

By Bob Martin | May 16, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf (D-PA) has announced that $130,000 in new funding will be used for an ambassador program through the Delaware Valley Industrial Resource Center (DVIRC) for support of the manufacturing industry in southern Pennsylvania.

Treasurer Garrity: New PA 529 Plan promotion a 'great incentive to motivate' families to save for children's higher education

By Bob Martin | May 14, 2022

This week, Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced that the Treasury Department will be celebrating 529 Day all month in an effort to increase education savings through the PA 529 College and Savings Program.

AG Shapiro on constable who straw purchased firearms: he 'violated public trust and broke the law'

By Bob Martin | May 11, 2022

A Luzerne County constable has been charged with straw purchasing 22 firearms for a convicted felon, according to an April 28 announcement by Attorney General Josh Shapiro.

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