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Pennsylvania Budget Stalemate Threatens Essential Services and Jobs

9/25/2025

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The Pennsylvania budget impasse has lasted three months with no 2025-26 budget, risking essential services.
Counties are borrowing and cutting services as districts warn of strain.
Governor Josh Shapiro cannot release funds until a budget passes, impacting child welfare, drug treatment, and public health.
Westmoreland County plans to furlough up to 100 employees due to the lack of state funding.

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Story summary

The Pennsylvania budget impasse has lasted three months with no 2025-26 budget, risking essential services.
Counties are borrowing and cutting services as districts warn of strain.
Governor Josh Shapiro cannot release funds until a budget passes, impacting child welfare, drug treatment, and public health.
Westmoreland County plans to furlough up to 100 employees due to the lack of state funding.