Lehigh Times

State Sen. Jarrett Coleman (R-16) has called on Governor Josh Shapiro to adopt tax and regulatory reforms in Pennsylvania to improve the economic climate for all job creators in the commonwealth. This statement comes as Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Rick Siger visits the region to advocate for Gov. Shapiro’s targeted economic development proposals.

Coleman emphasized the need for a shift towards reducing regulatory and tax burdens on all employers to promote broad-based economic growth, stating, “Instead of looking to state government for special treatment and handouts, most small employers and job creators want government to create a fair tax climate, level the playing field and eliminate job-killing regulations.”

Expressing a desire to collaborate with Gov. Shapiro and fellow lawmakers, Coleman highlighted the importance of enacting policies that support widespread job creation through tax and regulatory reforms. He criticized government programs that provide targeted incentives to selected businesses, arguing that improved tax policies and regulatory relief would benefit all job creators without the need for bureaucratic processes.

Coleman's stance focused on the belief that when economic winners and losers are chosen by bureaucrats, it results in a small group of well-connected businesses winning while taxpayers, small employers, and Pennsylvania workers lose out.

Residents interested in learning more about Sen. Jarrett Coleman can visit his website at www.SenatorColeman.com, follow him on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/SenatorJarrettColeman, and sign up for email newsletters at www.SenatorColeman.com/eNewsletters.

For further inquiries, individuals can contact Leo Knepper.