News & Announcements Here is a list of the most recent news and announcement from around The League. Supreme Court Issues Important Decision Impacting Elected Officials and Use of Social MediaMarch 25, 2024Learn More Supreme Court Issues Important Decision Impacting Elected Officials and Use of Social Media Governor Shapiro Tours Gecko Robotics in Pittsburgh, Highlights How Economic Development Strategy and Proposed Budget Investments Will Strengthen Pennsylvania’s Growing Innovation EconomyMarch 21, 2024Learn More Governor Shapiro Tours Gecko Robotics in Pittsburgh, Highlights How Economic Development Strategy and Proposed Budget Investments Will Strengthen Pennsylvania’s Growing Innovation Economy U.S. Department of Energy-Funded Electric Vehicle Readiness Program Launches Across United StatesMarch 20, 2024Learn More U.S. Department of Energy-Funded Electric Vehicle Readiness Program Launches Across United States The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority Has a New Website!March 18, 2024Learn More The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority Has a New Website! Gettysburg Welcome Center Receives Congressionally Directed Funding for ConstructionMarch 18, 2024Learn More Gettysburg Welcome Center Receives Congressionally Directed Funding for Construction New Resource Hub for Local Officials: Protect Local Waterways WebsiteMarch 14, 2024Learn More New Resource Hub for Local Officials: Protect Local Waterways Website Biden-Harris Administration Announces History-Making $3.3 Billion for Locally-Led Projects That Reconnect Communities as Part of President Biden’s Investing in America AgendaMarch 13, 2024Learn More Biden-Harris Administration Announces History-Making $3.3 Billion for Locally-Led Projects That Reconnect Communities as Part of President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda Governor Josh Shapiro’s Energy Plan Builds on Pennsylvania’s Legacy of Energy Leadership by Protecting and Creating Energy Jobs and Lowering Electricity Costs for ConsumersMarch 13, 2024Learn More Governor Josh Shapiro’s Energy Plan Builds on Pennsylvania’s Legacy of Energy Leadership by Protecting and Creating Energy Jobs and Lowering Electricity Costs for Consumers Senator Casey’s FY25 Appropriations Request Portal is Now LiveMarch 12, 2024Learn More Senator Casey’s FY25 Appropriations Request Portal is Now Live Municipal OmbudsmanFebruary 21, 2024Learn More Municipal Ombudsman Main Street Matters: Governor Shapiro Visits Lemoyne to Highlight Proposed $25 Million Investment to Create Economic Opportunity for PA Main Streets and Small BusinessesFebruary 20, 2024Learn More Main Street Matters: Governor Shapiro Visits Lemoyne to Highlight Proposed $25 Million Investment to Create Economic Opportunity for PA Main Streets and Small Businesses USDA Rural Development’s Community Facilities program is currently accepting applications for FY 2024 fundingFebruary 15, 2024Learn More USDA Rural Development’s Community Facilities program is currently accepting applications for FY 2024 funding Main Street Matters: Governor Shapiro and Secretary Siger Visit Mt. Lebanon to Highlight Proposed $25 Million Investment to Create Economic Opportunity for PA Main Streets and Small BusinessesFebruary 14, 2024Learn More Main Street Matters: Governor Shapiro and Secretary Siger Visit Mt. Lebanon to Highlight Proposed $25 Million Investment to Create Economic Opportunity for PA Main Streets and Small Businesses Governor Shapiro’s 2024-25 Budget Address as PreparedFebruary 6, 2024Learn More Governor Shapiro’s 2024-25 Budget Address as Prepared Broadband Ready Community Pre-Registration Now Open!February 6, 2024Learn More Broadband Ready Community Pre-Registration Now Open! Governor Josh Shapiro Opens Application for Historically Disadvantaged Businesses to Access $10.5 Million in Eligible FundingFebruary 5, 2024Learn More Governor Josh Shapiro Opens Application for Historically Disadvantaged Businesses to Access $10.5 Million in Eligible Funding NLC and Municipal Organizations from 24 States to Press Congress, Federal Officials on Key PrioritiesFebruary 2, 2024Learn More NLC and Municipal Organizations from 24 States to Press Congress, Federal Officials on Key Priorities One Year After East Palestine Train Derailment, the Shapiro Administration Remains Focused on Supporting Local Communities & First RespondersFebruary 2, 2024Learn More One Year After East Palestine Train Derailment, the Shapiro Administration Remains Focused on Supporting Local Communities & First Responders ICYMI: Governor Shapiro Launches Commonwealth’s First Economic Development Strategy in Nearly Two Decades to Create Economic Growth and Opportunity for All PennsylvaniansFebruary 1, 2024Learn More ICYMI: Governor Shapiro Launches Commonwealth’s First Economic Development Strategy in Nearly Two Decades to Create Economic Growth and Opportunity for All Pennsylvanians Governor Shapiro to Join Punxsutawney Phil Tomorrow, The Inner Circle for 2024 Groundhog DayFebruary 1, 2024Learn More Governor Shapiro to Join Punxsutawney Phil Tomorrow, The Inner Circle for 2024 Groundhog Day Pennsylvania Gets It Done: Governor Josh Shapiro Launches First Statewide Economic Development Strategy in Nearly Two DecadesJanuary 30, 2024Learn More Pennsylvania Gets It Done: Governor Josh Shapiro Launches First Statewide Economic Development Strategy in Nearly Two Decades Registration Open for PA Brownfields Conference 2024January 26, 2024Learn More Registration Open for PA Brownfields Conference 2024 ICYMI: Governor Shapiro Returns to West End Ambulance Service in Johnstown to Discuss His Administration’s Investments in First RespondersJanuary 25, 2024Learn More ICYMI: Governor Shapiro Returns to West End Ambulance Service in Johnstown to Discuss His Administration’s Investments in First Responders Governor Shapiro: $194 Million Investment in Water Infrastructure Projects Coming to 20 Counties Across the CommonwealthJanuary 25, 2024Learn More Governor Shapiro: $194 Million Investment in Water Infrastructure Projects Coming to 20 Counties Across the Commonwealth CPF Facilities Program Now Accepting Applications & a Reminder About Upcoming Office Hours & Pre-Recorded Webinar and Presentation are Available!January 22, 2024Learn More CPF Facilities Program Now Accepting Applications & a Reminder About Upcoming Office Hours & Pre-Recorded Webinar and Presentation are Available! PA WalkWorks Active Transportation Planning Grant Round is Now Open!January 10, 2024Learn More PA WalkWorks Active Transportation Planning Grant Round is Now Open! Governor Josh Shapiro Announces Excelitas Technologies Corp. is Relocating its Headquarters to Pennsylvania, Will Create At Least 250 Jobs in PittsburghJanuary 9, 2024Learn More Governor Josh Shapiro Announces Excelitas Technologies Corp. is Relocating its Headquarters to Pennsylvania, Will Create At Least 250 Jobs in Pittsburgh USDA Offers Grants for Programs to Create High-Wage Jobs and New Businesses in Underserved Rural CommunitiesJanuary 9, 2024Learn More USDA Offers Grants for Programs to Create High-Wage Jobs and New Businesses in Underserved Rural Communities Commission on Crime and Delinquency Approves Over $19 Million in Grant Funding to Make Pennsylvania Communities SaferDecember 21, 2023Learn More Commission on Crime and Delinquency Approves Over $19 Million in Grant Funding to Make Pennsylvania Communities Safer State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) Program Annual Report WorkshopDecember 19, 2023Learn More State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) Program Annual Report Workshop State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Non-entitlement Units of Government Quick Reference GuideDecember 12, 2023Learn More State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Non-entitlement Units of Government Quick Reference Guide PennDOT NEVI Round 1A Open for Online ProposalsDecember 11, 2023Learn More PennDOT NEVI Round 1A Open for Online Proposals Speed camera program helps save lives. Lawmakers should vote to keep it. | EditorialDecember 7, 2023Learn More Speed camera program helps save lives. Lawmakers should vote to keep it. | Editorial Farm Show 2024 Public Officials Day InvitationDecember 5, 2023Learn More Farm Show 2024 Public Officials Day Invitation Register for Maher Duessel’s Annual Government Update on Monday, December 18 and Tuesday, December 19November 30, 2023Learn More Register for Maher Duessel’s Annual Government Update on Monday, December 18 and Tuesday, December 19 Guidance for Municipalities Considering Short-Term Rental OrdinancesNovember 20, 2023Learn More Guidance for Municipalities Considering Short-Term Rental Ordinances ARPA Obligation Deadline is Around the CornerNovember 7, 2023Learn More ARPA Obligation Deadline is Around the Corner 2024 All-America City AwardNovember 6, 2023Learn More 2024 All-America City Award Governor Shapiro Signs Executive Order Creating Pennsylvania Citizen Law Enforcement Advisory and Review CommissionNovember 6, 2023Learn More Governor Shapiro Signs Executive Order Creating Pennsylvania Citizen Law Enforcement Advisory and Review Commission News Release – (November 3, 2023) The League Holds Annual Sustainable PA Conference in GettysburgNovember 3, 2023Learn More News Release – (November 3, 2023) The League Holds Annual Sustainable PA Conference in Gettysburg Apply Now: New Water Workforce Grant Funding AvailableOctober 31, 2023Learn More Apply Now: New Water Workforce Grant Funding Available Governor Shapiro Keeps Commitment to Improve Commonwealth’s Permitting, Licensing, and Certification Processes and Make Government Work Faster for PennsylvaniansOctober 26, 2023Learn More Governor Shapiro Keeps Commitment to Improve Commonwealth’s Permitting, Licensing, and Certification Processes and Make Government Work Faster for Pennsylvanians AmeriCorps NCCC: Webinar 10/24 and Concept Forms due 11/1 For Spring ProjectsOctober 23, 2023Learn More AmeriCorps NCCC: Webinar 10/24 and Concept Forms due 11/1 For Spring Projects Shapiro Administration Invests $175.7 Million in Water Infrastructure Projects Across the CommonwealthOctober 19, 2023Learn More Shapiro Administration Invests $175.7 Million in Water Infrastructure Projects Across the Commonwealth 2023 Municipal Leadership Summit VideoOctober 18, 2023Learn More 2023 Municipal Leadership Summit Video News Release – 10/17/2023 – Wilkes-Barre Township Councilman John Jablowski is The Pennsylvania State Association of Township Commissioners New PresidentOctober 17, 2023Learn More News Release – 10/17/2023 – Wilkes-Barre Township Councilman John Jablowski is The Pennsylvania State Association of Township Commissioners New President Time is Running Out: Don’t Miss NLC City SummitOctober 16, 2023Learn More Time is Running Out: Don’t Miss NLC City Summit 2023 FEMA BRIC and FMA Non-Disaster Hazard Mitigation Grant Periods is Now OpenOctober 13, 2023Learn More 2023 FEMA BRIC and FMA Non-Disaster Hazard Mitigation Grant Periods is Now Open Governor Josh Shapiro: Pennsylvania the Only State to Secure Two Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub ProjectsOctober 13, 2023Learn More Governor Josh Shapiro: Pennsylvania the Only State to Secure Two Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub Projects AmeriCorps NCCC – Oct 24 Webinar and Concept Forms due Nov 1 for Spring ProjectsOctober 11, 2023Learn More AmeriCorps NCCC – Oct 24 Webinar and Concept Forms due Nov 1 for Spring Projects
Supreme Court Issues Important Decision Impacting Elected Officials and Use of Social MediaMarch 25, 2024Learn More Supreme Court Issues Important Decision Impacting Elected Officials and Use of Social Media
Governor Shapiro Tours Gecko Robotics in Pittsburgh, Highlights How Economic Development Strategy and Proposed Budget Investments Will Strengthen Pennsylvania’s Growing Innovation EconomyMarch 21, 2024Learn More Governor Shapiro Tours Gecko Robotics in Pittsburgh, Highlights How Economic Development Strategy and Proposed Budget Investments Will Strengthen Pennsylvania’s Growing Innovation Economy
U.S. Department of Energy-Funded Electric Vehicle Readiness Program Launches Across United StatesMarch 20, 2024Learn More U.S. Department of Energy-Funded Electric Vehicle Readiness Program Launches Across United States
The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority Has a New Website!March 18, 2024Learn More The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority Has a New Website!
Gettysburg Welcome Center Receives Congressionally Directed Funding for ConstructionMarch 18, 2024Learn More Gettysburg Welcome Center Receives Congressionally Directed Funding for Construction
New Resource Hub for Local Officials: Protect Local Waterways WebsiteMarch 14, 2024Learn More New Resource Hub for Local Officials: Protect Local Waterways Website
Biden-Harris Administration Announces History-Making $3.3 Billion for Locally-Led Projects That Reconnect Communities as Part of President Biden’s Investing in America AgendaMarch 13, 2024Learn More Biden-Harris Administration Announces History-Making $3.3 Billion for Locally-Led Projects That Reconnect Communities as Part of President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda
Governor Josh Shapiro’s Energy Plan Builds on Pennsylvania’s Legacy of Energy Leadership by Protecting and Creating Energy Jobs and Lowering Electricity Costs for ConsumersMarch 13, 2024Learn More Governor Josh Shapiro’s Energy Plan Builds on Pennsylvania’s Legacy of Energy Leadership by Protecting and Creating Energy Jobs and Lowering Electricity Costs for Consumers
Senator Casey’s FY25 Appropriations Request Portal is Now LiveMarch 12, 2024Learn More Senator Casey’s FY25 Appropriations Request Portal is Now Live
Main Street Matters: Governor Shapiro Visits Lemoyne to Highlight Proposed $25 Million Investment to Create Economic Opportunity for PA Main Streets and Small BusinessesFebruary 20, 2024Learn More Main Street Matters: Governor Shapiro Visits Lemoyne to Highlight Proposed $25 Million Investment to Create Economic Opportunity for PA Main Streets and Small Businesses
USDA Rural Development’s Community Facilities program is currently accepting applications for FY 2024 fundingFebruary 15, 2024Learn More USDA Rural Development’s Community Facilities program is currently accepting applications for FY 2024 funding
Main Street Matters: Governor Shapiro and Secretary Siger Visit Mt. Lebanon to Highlight Proposed $25 Million Investment to Create Economic Opportunity for PA Main Streets and Small BusinessesFebruary 14, 2024Learn More Main Street Matters: Governor Shapiro and Secretary Siger Visit Mt. Lebanon to Highlight Proposed $25 Million Investment to Create Economic Opportunity for PA Main Streets and Small Businesses
Governor Shapiro’s 2024-25 Budget Address as PreparedFebruary 6, 2024Learn More Governor Shapiro’s 2024-25 Budget Address as Prepared
Broadband Ready Community Pre-Registration Now Open!February 6, 2024Learn More Broadband Ready Community Pre-Registration Now Open!
Governor Josh Shapiro Opens Application for Historically Disadvantaged Businesses to Access $10.5 Million in Eligible FundingFebruary 5, 2024Learn More Governor Josh Shapiro Opens Application for Historically Disadvantaged Businesses to Access $10.5 Million in Eligible Funding
NLC and Municipal Organizations from 24 States to Press Congress, Federal Officials on Key PrioritiesFebruary 2, 2024Learn More NLC and Municipal Organizations from 24 States to Press Congress, Federal Officials on Key Priorities
One Year After East Palestine Train Derailment, the Shapiro Administration Remains Focused on Supporting Local Communities & First RespondersFebruary 2, 2024Learn More One Year After East Palestine Train Derailment, the Shapiro Administration Remains Focused on Supporting Local Communities & First Responders
ICYMI: Governor Shapiro Launches Commonwealth’s First Economic Development Strategy in Nearly Two Decades to Create Economic Growth and Opportunity for All PennsylvaniansFebruary 1, 2024Learn More ICYMI: Governor Shapiro Launches Commonwealth’s First Economic Development Strategy in Nearly Two Decades to Create Economic Growth and Opportunity for All Pennsylvanians
Governor Shapiro to Join Punxsutawney Phil Tomorrow, The Inner Circle for 2024 Groundhog DayFebruary 1, 2024Learn More Governor Shapiro to Join Punxsutawney Phil Tomorrow, The Inner Circle for 2024 Groundhog Day
Pennsylvania Gets It Done: Governor Josh Shapiro Launches First Statewide Economic Development Strategy in Nearly Two DecadesJanuary 30, 2024Learn More Pennsylvania Gets It Done: Governor Josh Shapiro Launches First Statewide Economic Development Strategy in Nearly Two Decades
Registration Open for PA Brownfields Conference 2024January 26, 2024Learn More Registration Open for PA Brownfields Conference 2024
ICYMI: Governor Shapiro Returns to West End Ambulance Service in Johnstown to Discuss His Administration’s Investments in First RespondersJanuary 25, 2024Learn More ICYMI: Governor Shapiro Returns to West End Ambulance Service in Johnstown to Discuss His Administration’s Investments in First Responders
Governor Shapiro: $194 Million Investment in Water Infrastructure Projects Coming to 20 Counties Across the CommonwealthJanuary 25, 2024Learn More Governor Shapiro: $194 Million Investment in Water Infrastructure Projects Coming to 20 Counties Across the Commonwealth
CPF Facilities Program Now Accepting Applications & a Reminder About Upcoming Office Hours & Pre-Recorded Webinar and Presentation are Available!January 22, 2024Learn More CPF Facilities Program Now Accepting Applications & a Reminder About Upcoming Office Hours & Pre-Recorded Webinar and Presentation are Available!
PA WalkWorks Active Transportation Planning Grant Round is Now Open!January 10, 2024Learn More PA WalkWorks Active Transportation Planning Grant Round is Now Open!
Governor Josh Shapiro Announces Excelitas Technologies Corp. is Relocating its Headquarters to Pennsylvania, Will Create At Least 250 Jobs in PittsburghJanuary 9, 2024Learn More Governor Josh Shapiro Announces Excelitas Technologies Corp. is Relocating its Headquarters to Pennsylvania, Will Create At Least 250 Jobs in Pittsburgh
USDA Offers Grants for Programs to Create High-Wage Jobs and New Businesses in Underserved Rural CommunitiesJanuary 9, 2024Learn More USDA Offers Grants for Programs to Create High-Wage Jobs and New Businesses in Underserved Rural Communities
Commission on Crime and Delinquency Approves Over $19 Million in Grant Funding to Make Pennsylvania Communities SaferDecember 21, 2023Learn More Commission on Crime and Delinquency Approves Over $19 Million in Grant Funding to Make Pennsylvania Communities Safer
State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) Program Annual Report WorkshopDecember 19, 2023Learn More State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) Program Annual Report Workshop
State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Non-entitlement Units of Government Quick Reference GuideDecember 12, 2023Learn More State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Non-entitlement Units of Government Quick Reference Guide
PennDOT NEVI Round 1A Open for Online ProposalsDecember 11, 2023Learn More PennDOT NEVI Round 1A Open for Online Proposals
Speed camera program helps save lives. Lawmakers should vote to keep it. | EditorialDecember 7, 2023Learn More Speed camera program helps save lives. Lawmakers should vote to keep it. | Editorial
Farm Show 2024 Public Officials Day InvitationDecember 5, 2023Learn More Farm Show 2024 Public Officials Day Invitation
Register for Maher Duessel’s Annual Government Update on Monday, December 18 and Tuesday, December 19November 30, 2023Learn More Register for Maher Duessel’s Annual Government Update on Monday, December 18 and Tuesday, December 19
Guidance for Municipalities Considering Short-Term Rental OrdinancesNovember 20, 2023Learn More Guidance for Municipalities Considering Short-Term Rental Ordinances
ARPA Obligation Deadline is Around the CornerNovember 7, 2023Learn More ARPA Obligation Deadline is Around the Corner
Governor Shapiro Signs Executive Order Creating Pennsylvania Citizen Law Enforcement Advisory and Review CommissionNovember 6, 2023Learn More Governor Shapiro Signs Executive Order Creating Pennsylvania Citizen Law Enforcement Advisory and Review Commission
News Release – (November 3, 2023) The League Holds Annual Sustainable PA Conference in GettysburgNovember 3, 2023Learn More News Release – (November 3, 2023) The League Holds Annual Sustainable PA Conference in Gettysburg
Apply Now: New Water Workforce Grant Funding AvailableOctober 31, 2023Learn More Apply Now: New Water Workforce Grant Funding Available
Governor Shapiro Keeps Commitment to Improve Commonwealth’s Permitting, Licensing, and Certification Processes and Make Government Work Faster for PennsylvaniansOctober 26, 2023Learn More Governor Shapiro Keeps Commitment to Improve Commonwealth’s Permitting, Licensing, and Certification Processes and Make Government Work Faster for Pennsylvanians
AmeriCorps NCCC: Webinar 10/24 and Concept Forms due 11/1 For Spring ProjectsOctober 23, 2023Learn More AmeriCorps NCCC: Webinar 10/24 and Concept Forms due 11/1 For Spring Projects
Shapiro Administration Invests $175.7 Million in Water Infrastructure Projects Across the CommonwealthOctober 19, 2023Learn More Shapiro Administration Invests $175.7 Million in Water Infrastructure Projects Across the Commonwealth
2023 Municipal Leadership Summit VideoOctober 18, 2023Learn More 2023 Municipal Leadership Summit Video
News Release – 10/17/2023 – Wilkes-Barre Township Councilman John Jablowski is The Pennsylvania State Association of Township Commissioners New PresidentOctober 17, 2023Learn More News Release – 10/17/2023 – Wilkes-Barre Township Councilman John Jablowski is The Pennsylvania State Association of Township Commissioners New President
Time is Running Out: Don’t Miss NLC City SummitOctober 16, 2023Learn More Time is Running Out: Don’t Miss NLC City Summit
2023 FEMA BRIC and FMA Non-Disaster Hazard Mitigation Grant Periods is Now OpenOctober 13, 2023Learn More 2023 FEMA BRIC and FMA Non-Disaster Hazard Mitigation Grant Periods is Now Open
Governor Josh Shapiro: Pennsylvania the Only State to Secure Two Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub ProjectsOctober 13, 2023Learn More Governor Josh Shapiro: Pennsylvania the Only State to Secure Two Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub Projects
AmeriCorps NCCC – Oct 24 Webinar and Concept Forms due Nov 1 for Spring ProjectsOctober 11, 2023Learn More AmeriCorps NCCC – Oct 24 Webinar and Concept Forms due Nov 1 for Spring Projects