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Infrastructure Investment
$4 Million Investment Boosts Rhoads Manufacturing at Philly Navy Yard

Governor Shapiro announces $100M investment in Philly Navy Yard, expanding Rhoads Industries, creating 450 jobs, enhancing PA's economy and security.

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Infrastructure Investment
PIDA Approves Loans to Boost Jobs and Investments in Pennsylvania

The Shapiro Administration's $1M loan to Bucks County's Filter Services Inc. will create 7 new jobs and retain 15, boosting local economic growth.

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Economic Growth
FCC Chairman Unveils Build America Agenda to Enhance Telecom Infrastructure

The Facts - The FCC aims to ease telecom work via the Build America Agenda. Efforts include upgrading networks, rural broadband, and auctioning spectrum. Deregulation plans target outdated telecom rules and enhance consumer protection. Sioux Falls, South Dakota, serves as a significant landmark for the telecommunications industry, where many have witnessed firsthand the dedication of […]

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Infrastructure Investment
Northampton Community College receives funding for machining training

The Shapiro Administration's $194,025 investment aims to equip 30 students at NCC with essential manufacturing skills, boosting workforce readiness in PA.

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Infrastructure Investment
Pittston Co-Packers to Open First U.S. Facility, Boost PA Economy

Governor Shapiro's $30M deal with Pittston Co-Packers revitalizes a closed facility, creating 226 jobs in Luzerne County, boosting PA's economic growth.

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Infrastructure Investment
Quaker Valley School District receives MTTC grant for new fab lab

The MTTC grant equips Quaker Valley students with modern manufacturing skills, enhancing workforce readiness and supporting Pennsylvania's industry growth.

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US Economy
Nobel Laureate Offered Chinese Lab After U.S. Research Grant Cut

Nobel winner Ardem Patapoutian considered China's lab offer after U.S. grant cuts, warning talent could flee if science funding isn't restored.

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Infrastructure Investment
$13.6M Boost for Westmoreland Co. Jobs: Shapiro-Davis Secures Investment

Premier Automation's $13.6M expansion in Westmoreland County, supported by the Shapiro-Davis administration, aims to boost local jobs and economic growth.

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Infrastructure Investment
Gov. Shapiro's $50M Fund to Boost Pennsylvania's Innovation Economy

Governor Shapiro's proposed $50 million innovation fund aims to boost Pennsylvania's economy by supporting life sciences and tech industries.

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Infrastructure Investment
Governor Shapiro's Budget Boosts Housing Support, Allocates $50 Million

Governor Shapiro's plan invests $27M in PA to prevent homelessness, focusing on services and housing solutions for 38 counties, with broader state initiatives.

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