Gov. Josh Shapiro unveiled his proposed 2026-2027 state budget yesterday, with a total of more than $53.3 billion and over a 5+% increase over the current budget. It does not contain any broad based tax increases and does not contain a municipal fee for Pennsylvania State Police services. Instead it would rely on new taxes from legalizing…
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) released a fraud warning for CDL drivers. Certain malicious actors are targeting users of FMCSA systems, including the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, resulting in compromised CDL information for drivers, incorrect data in the Clearinghouse, and negative impacts to safety. …
In case you missed it this morning,” Six more weeks of winter”, says Punxsutawney Phil! He is likely to go back into his hole and await the coming of spring. Hopefully, that isn’t the plan for Harrisburg, which could foreshadow another late budget.
The February 2026 digital edition of the award-winning Township News is available now! The February cover story provides strategies for keeping public meetings on track despite today’s volatile political climate. Constructive, cordial meetings begin with understanding the role of the…
Township officials told us what they needed. Beyond the Code 2.0 delivers. This updated edition of PSATS’ essential guide reflects changes in the law, expanded explanations of township governance, and additional practical tools for real-world use. New in 2.0: Pre-order…
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is now accepting applications for the All-Terrain Vehicle and Snowmobile Program‘s spring grant round. Townships are eligible to apply through March 31, 2026. There is no match requirement for this funding! Eligible projects include…
The Pennsylvania Independent Fiscal Office presented a mid-year state revenue update with economic forecast ahead of Gov. Shapiro’s 2026-2027 budget address on Tuesday. The presentation looks at the impact of tariffs and found minimal impact on consumers. Only 20% of these costs were added to retail prices, with…
The state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is encouraging Pennsylvanians to test their homes for radon during Radon Action Month, bringing public awareness to a very serious health hazard. “Radon is the second-leading cause of lung cancer after smoking in the United States, and…
The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced $1.4 million in grant awards to expand and improve all-terrain vehicle (ATV) trails and facilities in Pennsylvania. “These grants expand safe, high-quality ATV opportunities and help support outdoor recreation and its role in…
The state Department of Environmental Protection announced that it reviewed and acted on more than 40,000 permit applications in 2025, eliminating a longstanding permit application backlog. DEP launched its Streamlining Permits for Economic Expansion and Development (SPEED) program in 2025, which was created by the 2024-2025 state budget package. DEP Secretary Jessica…
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