Mar. 07, 2023
HARRISBURG – The 2023-24 budget proposal presented by Gov. Josh Shapiro makes important investments in law enforcement and public schools, according to Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin).
Shapiro, in a presentation to the General Assembly today, called for four new classes of Pennsylvania State Police cadets and a 7.8% increase in funding for basic education and special education.
“I’m pleased the governor uses this spending plan to recognize the importance of public safety and the education of today’s young people. We are facing workforce shortages in law enforcement, teaching and health care, and the Legislature can’t allow more time to pass without addressing these crises,” Mehaffie said. “After four terms and seven budgets, I recognize the proposal we heard today is simply a starting point, and I look forward to working with the governor as we develop a budget that supports those working with vulnerable populations.”
The state budget must be in place by July 1.
Representative Tom Mehaffie
106th Legislative District
Pennsylvania House of Representatives
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