Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro presented his 2026–27 budget proposal to the General Assembly and the people of Pennsylvania — building on three years of historic progress by continuing to do what’s working across the commonwealth to lower costs, create economic growth, strengthen public safety, support students, and continue Pennsylvania’s rise.
The governor’s $53 billion budget proposal maintains fiscal responsibility, continues to cut taxes, and ensures taxpayer dollars are spent wisely. However, the ballooning cost of Medicaid and the challenges of dealing with an aging population will continue to put intense pressure on the budget. The line item for the Primary Care Practitioner Program, which funds the Pennsylvania Career Center and the state Primary Care Loan Repayment Program, was once again funded at $8,350,000.
Read more information about the proposed budget. You can also read a transcript of the budget address.