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October 21, 2021 - Pittsburgh, PA

Gov. Wolf Takes Action to Protect Workers, Calls on Legislature to Improve Wages and Paid Sick Leave

Gov. Wolf Takes Action to Protect Workers, Calls on Legislature to Improve Wages and Paid Sick Leave

"With our economy on the comeback, there are so many job openings that people can select the option that is best for their family. This is a critical moment for Pennsylvania workers, and it's time we stop asking why there is a labor shortage and start asking how we can make jobs better," said Gov. Wolf. "With Pennsylvanians renowned for our work ethic, this is an opportunity to improve jobs in the state, which will attract and retain hardworking people to live here and bring new industries to the commonwealth that want a talented, skilled and dedicated workforce.

"I'm taking executive action and calling for legislative action to create safer workplaces, promote higher wages and guarantee paid leave for workers. These three necessary changes will help workers and transform the nature of work in Pennsylvania."



Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf speaking with the press.  Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_001.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf speaking with the press.  Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_002.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Jessica Benham, State Representative in Pennsylvania House District 36, speaking to the press. Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_003.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf speaking with the press.  Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_004.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> State Senator Jay Costa, speaking to the press.Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_005.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf speaking with the press.  Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_006.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf speaking with the press.  Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_007.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Secretary of the PA Department of Labor & Industry Jennifer Barrier speaking with the press.  Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_008.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf speaking with the press.  Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_009.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Darrin Kelly, President, Allegheny/Fayette Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO speaking with the press.  Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_010.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf speaking with the press.  Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_011.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Dennis Davin speaking with the press.  Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_012.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf speaking with the press.  Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_013.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Secretary of the PA Department of Labor & Industry Jennifer Barrier speaking with the press.  Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_014.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Darrin Kelly, President, Allegheny/Fayette Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO speaking with the press.  Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_015.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf speaking with the press.  Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_016.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf speaking with the press.  Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_017.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf greeting State Senator Jay Costa and Jessica Benham, State Representative.  Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_018.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf greeting attendees. Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_019.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf greeting attendees. Continuing his commitment to hardworking Pennsylvanians, Governor Tom Wolf unveiled his agenda for workers today that will create safer workplaces, guarantee paid leave and increase worker pay, among other worker-centered improvements. The governor signed an executive order this morning and called on the General Assembly to finally pass legislation that supports workers.  Pittsburgh, PA  October 21, 2021<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/20156_gov_workerProtect_a_dz_020.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a>