Education

Pa. Kids Need Shapiro to Opt In to Scholarship Program

  • Megan Martin
  • October 13, 2026

Originally published by TribLIVE. For months, Gov. Josh Shapiro has said he wouldn’t decide whether to opt Pennsylvania into the federal scholarship tax-credit program until the…

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Government Accountability

Shapiro Administration Rescinds Dept. of Health Rule Due to Public Pressure

  • September 25, 2026

Harrisburg, Pa., September 25, 2026—Gov. Josh Shapiro’s Department of Health has rescinded its controversial rule-change proposal amidst growing public opposition. Health Secretary Debra Bogen hinted that…

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Government Accountability

Commonwealth Foundation Comments on Gov. Shapiro’s Executive Overreach

  • September 23, 2026

Harrisburg, Pa., September 23, 2026—As the public-comment period concludes for the Shapiro administration’s proposed Department of Health regulations, the Commonwealth Foundation urges the administration to withdraw its sweeping power grab. Policy…

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Education

School District Reserve Funds Remain Bloated

  • Jacob Custer
  • September 23, 2026

Overview Pennsylvania school districts hold $12.9 billion in reserve funds, including $7.2 billion in general fund reserves. Public school districts receive more than $23,800 per student–among the highest in the…

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