Energy
Testimony of Nathan Benefield, Chief Policy Officer Commonwealth Foundation Senate Majority Policy Committee Hearing on Energy in Pennsylvania
Chairman Argall and members of the committee: Thank you for the opportunity to submit these remarks on increasing energy production in Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth Foundation promotes market-driven solutions that will…
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Funding School Buildings Instead of Students: How State Ready to Learn Block Grants Reward Failing Systems
Summary Under the Ready to Learn Block grant, nearly half of the $565 million increase in 2026 funding goes to 15 school districts. Thirteen of these districts run low-achieving schools.
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When Schools Aren’t Safe, Families Deserve Better Choices
The hazing story coming out of Cheltenham High—in which a 15-year-old football player not only endured sexual assault by his teammates but also was silenced by…
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Pennsylvania’s Economy Trails Nationally
Gov. Josh Shapiro recently celebrated Pennsylvania’s appearance in a new national ranking that suggests it’s a business-friendly destination. The commonwealth now ranks 13th on CNBC’s America’s Top States for…
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Pennsylvania Wants Data Centers to Pay Their Own Way. There’s a Better Way to Do It.
Originally published by RealClear Energy. Lawmakers in both parties are scrambling to address the issues revealed by data centers. President Donald Trump, his administration officials, and…
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High Electric Bills Are a Choice—and Pennsylvania Must Choose Wisely
Originally published by the Daily Signal. Pennsylvania legislators have prioritized electricity affordability this year. First, they exited the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), the…
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Millions of Public-School Students are Eligible for New Federal Scholarship
A new scholarship opportunity will soon be available to millions of students nationwide. About 53 million K–12 students—both public- and private-school students—qualify for the new Federal…
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Pennsylvania’s Adequacy Funding Formula Deserves Scrutiny
Originally published by The Bulletin. State Democratic lawmakers, including state Senate Majority Leader Jay Costa, are celebrating the newly passed state budget. “This budget builds on the incredible momentum…
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Fewer Students, Bigger Budgets: The Public Education Paradox
American public schools are shrinking yet spending more than ever. Reason Magazine recently laid out a stark trend. Since 2019, nationwide public school enrollment has dropped…
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