Gov. Josh Shapiro on Tuesday proposed a $51.5 billion state budget, calling for major investments in education and health care. And as Pennsylvania faces a $4.5 billion budget gap, Shapiro also pitched that the state should create new revenue streams — such as legalizing recreational marijuana and regulating skill games — as well as tapping into $1.

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s 2025-26 budget will seek more money for poorer public schools and public transit, while also hoping to win support for legalizing marijuana.

Gov. Josh Shapiro proposed on Tuesday a $51.5 billion state budget in his annual budget address calling for major investments in energy and health care while focusing on government efficiency. Pennsylvania is set to spend $4.

Governor is not letting projected budget deficits stopping him from continued investments in public schools, economic development and infrastructure.But he needs new taxes on marijuana and skill games to get there.

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Governor Josh Shapiro presented his budget proposal for the 2025-26 fiscal year in his budget address in front of a joint legislative session on Tuesday.

Gov. Josh Shapiro, a Democrat in his first term, is expected to focus his third budget address on energy policy and finding new revenue generators to address an upcoming $4.5 billion budget shortfall.

Gov. Josh Shapiro will deliver his third budget address Tuesday morning, outlining his wish list for the 2025-26 fiscal year. However, his address will likely sound very similar to last year’s.

Governor Josh Shapiro will present his budget address on Tuesday with proposals expected to include legalizing marijuana, providing money to schools and public transportation, and aid for caseworkers.