Shapiro signs first bill, expands Pa. health insurance coverage for breast cancer screenings

Pennsylvania customers make up 60% of purchasers at some out-of-state cannabis shops, Shapiro said. He wants those buyers to stay in Pa.

Last year, the state passed a budget with record education spending. Shapiro is asking for more money for education, including more than $500 million more for schools in need.

Gov. Josh Shapiro’s spending proposal requests $51.5 billion for the 2025-2026 fiscal year beginning July 1, or 9% more.