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July 16, 2024 - Bethlehem, PA

Governor Shapiro Hosts Ceremonial Bill Signing for Bipartisan Budget that Includes Major Investments to Create Jobs, Spur Economic Development, and Create More Shovel-Ready Sites

Governor Josh Shapiro and Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger joined Lehigh Valley legislators and local economic development leaders at a major redevelopment site in Bethlehem - the Bethlehem Steel General Office (SGO) Building - for a ceremonial bill signing of the new bipartisan budget that Governor Shapiro signed into law last week. The 2024-25 budget delivers on the Governor's key priorities to make Pennsylvania more competitive economically, grow the Commonwealth's economy, and create good-paying jobs.

Included in the budget, Governor Shapiro secured $500 million for site development, including $400 million for the PA SITES (Pennsylvania Strategic Investments to Enhance Sites) program, which could build on the work being done at the Bethlehem Steel General Office (SGO) Building.

Speakers Include:
Sen. Boscola
Rep. Samuelson
Jay Garner
Sen. Miller
Gov. Shapiro



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