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September 30, 2024 - Chalfont, PA

Governor Shapiro Celebrates New Tax Cuts Supporting Pennsylvania Families and Small Businesses at Bucks County Childcare Center

Governor Josh Shapiro visited the La Petite Academy of Chalfont, a childcare center in Bucks County, where he met with children, staff, and business and legislative leaders to celebrate the recent tax cuts included in the 2024-25 bipartisan budget, aimed at lowering costs for Pennsylvania families and small businesses.

With annual childcare expenses ranging from $9,000 to $13,000 - over 15 percent of a median household's income - many families are feeling the financial strain. According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the lack of affordable, reliable childcare costs Pennsylvania's economy $3.47 billion each year in lost earnings, productivity, and tax revenue.

Since taking office, Governor Shapiro has brought Republicans and Democrats together to save Pennsylvanians money by cutting taxes at least four times. In the 2024-25 budget, Governor Shapiro secured a new Employer Child Care Contribution Tax Credit, which is designed to help businesses grow while reducing childcare costs for working families.



List of Speakers:
Nicole Holahan, Director of La Petite Academy of Chalfont
Shannon Williams, Senior Vice President of Advocacy, The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia
Representative Brian Munroe
Bob Harvie, Bucks County Commissioner
Jessica Fox, parent at La Petite Academy of Chalfont
Governor Shapiro



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