May 23, 2024 - Pittsburgh, PA
Governor Josh Shapiro and Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis joined Pittsburgh Steelers President Arthur Rooney II, Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey, and Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato at Acrisure Stadium to celebrate Pittsburgh's selection as the host the 2026 NFL Draft. Over the past year, Governor Shapiro had direct conversations with NFL leadership about bringing the draft to Pittsburgh and as part of his commitment to making Pennsylvania a national tourism destination, the Governor wrote a letter to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell in February 2024 announcing his support of the Pittsburgh Steelers' bid to host the 2026 or 2027 NFL Draft. "As Governor of Pennsylvania, I have been proud to make the case for Pittsburgh to host the NFL Draft, from my direct conversations with NFL leadership at last year's Super Bowl, to our Administration's consistent work alongside the Steelers and our local partners over the past year to showcase Pittsburgh's great strengths," said Governor Josh Shapiro. "Pittsburgh has established itself as one of the most dynamic cities in the country - and it is the best choice to host the draft. With all eyes on Pennsylvania during America's 250th birthday in 2026, the Commonwealth is excited and ready to work together to host this historic draft and show the country what Pennsylvania is all about."List of Speakers:Burt Lauten Senior Director of Communications, Pittsburgh SteelersPittsburgh Steelers President Arthur Rooney IIGovernor Josh ShapiroAllegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato Pittsburgh Mayor Ed GaineyJerad Bachar, President & CEO of VisitPITTSBURGH
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