Gov. Josh Shapiro proposed on Tuesday a $51.5 billion state budget in his annual address, calling for major investments in health care and education, while focusing on government efficiency as the state approaches a hefty budget shortfall.

Gov. Josh Shapiro on Tuesday delivered a $51.5 billion budget proposal for the 2025-2026 fiscal year that he touted as a plan for Pennsylvania “on the rise.” It includes new investments in public education,

Gov. Josh Shapiro delivered his budget address at the capitol building in Harrisburg on Tuesday and local lawmakers offered mixed reactions. The speech, which touched on many of the