Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding today convened the first meeting of the new Pennsylvania Dairy Development Committee. The creation of the work group comes on the heels of the single largest
Pennsylvania Treasury returned more than $61,000 in unclaimed property to residents at a senior fair at VFW Post 92 in Lower Burrell, Westmoreland County, Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced. The event
Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity returned $122,127.19 in unclaimed property to the Pennsylvania American Legion. The return included more than 250 individual properties. The funds were presented at the American Legion
Gov. Josh Shapiro and State Treasurer Stacy Garrity discussed state spending, affordability and data center development Wednesday evening during Pennsylvania’s only gubernatorial debate of the 2026 election. The nearly hour-long
A group of Pennsylvania lawmakers plans to ask the state Supreme Court to extend an Oct. 13 deadline affecting skill game machines to Feb. 10, 2027. The court ruled in
Pennsylvania Treasury will hold an online auction Wednesday, Oct. 28, featuring about 6,000 unclaimed items, including jewelry, coins, currency and precious metals. Items scheduled for auction include a platinum ring
Gov. Josh Shapiro supports legislation that would allow unaffiliated voters to participate in Pennsylvania’s primary elections. House Bill 280, sponsored by state Rep. Jared Solomon, D-Philadelphia, passed the House on
The Pennsylvania State Police is reminding businesses that operate skill game machines that they must comply with state law by Oct. 13, 2026. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled June 15
Pennsylvania is part of a national coalition that has reached a $400 million settlement with generic drug manufacturers Sandoz Inc. and Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc., Attorney General Dave Sunday announced. The
Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced three webinars in recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month. The sessions will provide information about personal finances, employment, disability benefits and the PA ABLE
Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced that state funding budget waivers are now available through the Treasury Department’s OpenBookPA transparency website. The newly available records include approximately 100 letters and related
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) to prohibit the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in data center development was unanimously approved by the Senate Communications and Technology Committee, which
Kicking off the fall legislative session, members of the PA Anti-Human Trafficking Caucus (AHT) applauded two monumental legislative victories for victims, law enforcement and survivors. Requested and fully supported by the
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is advising businesses and social clubs to remove skill game terminals by October 14 or face possible law enforcement action. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled
Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity returned 61 historical artifacts connected to the family of President James Buchanan during a ceremony at LancasterHistory’s Museum & Research Center. The collection was found in
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture is reminding consumers to read product labels when purchasing raw dairy products for themselves or their pets. Raw dairy products labeled for pets are intended
More than $43,000 in unclaimed property has been returned to residents and organizations in Pennsylvania’s 37th Legislative District following an event at Rep. Mindy Fee’s office in Manheim. Pennsylvania Treasurer
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for the PA Farm Bill’s Very Small Meat and Poultry Processor Reimbursement Grant. The program supports small businesses seeking to grow, expand
Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced that more than $1.4 million in unclaimed property was identified for residents, businesses and organizations during a statewide summer outreach campaign. The “Claim Your Unclaimed
Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35), chair of the Senate Aging and Youth Committee, issued the following statement regarding the release of Auditor General Tim DeFoor’s audit of the Pennsylvania Department
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding announced that the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture is accepting proposals for two grants aimed at reducing plastic waste and creating new market opportunities for Pennsylvania farmers.
Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced the launch of searchandclaimpa.gov, a new website for searching and claiming unclaimed property. The upgraded system includes automatic matching for properties linked to the same
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has announced the 2026–2027 Dairy Princess State Royalty Team. Rachel Bowman of Blair County was named Pennsylvania Dairy Princess. Isabella Jones of Huntingdon County was
Last week, U.S. Senator Dave McCormick (R-PA) announced the winners of his America250 Pennsylvania Youth Essay Contest, which invited high school students across the Commonwealth to reflect on Pennsylvania’s central
Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced that the state Treasury prevented nearly 20,000 improper payments valued at more than $1.4 billion during the 2025-26 fiscal year. According to Treasury’s updated Payment
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding recognized dairy producers and youth competitors at the All-American Dairy Show and Premier National Junior Show at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center. The
Pennsylvania fruit growers whose crops were damaged by freezing temperatures between April 1 and April 21, 2026, may apply for the PA Fruit Grower Freeze Disaster Assistance Recovery Grant. Applications
An 18-year-old Mifflin County resident died Tuesday after being exposed to measles, according to Mifflin County Coroner Andrea Alcalde. The coroner said the resident developed acute disseminated encephalomyelitis, a rare
Pennsylvania farmers and eligible first responder agencies have until Sept. 30, 2026, to apply for Liquid Fuels Tax reimbursements, Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced. Eligible agencies include nonprofit volunteer fire companies,
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has announced a $100 million phase of the federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program to expand electric vehicle charging in communities across the state. PennDOT
Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity is encouraging families to attend free webinars about college savings and financial aid during College Savings Month. The webinar schedule includes: The Pennsylvania Treasury and Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced a fee reduction for the PA 529 College and Career Savings Program Investment Plan during College Savings Month. A portion of the PA 529 Investment
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for its Agricultural Research Grant program. The program supports research intended to improve farming practices, address agricultural issues and develop new solutions
September is Hunger Action Month, an annual effort to raise awareness about food insecurity. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, nearly 1.7 million Pennsylvania residents, or one in seven
