State Representative Jonathan Fritz | Pennsylvania 111th Legislative District
State Representative Jonathan Fritz | Pennsylvania 111th Legislative District
Rep. Jonathan Fritz has expressed his views following the approval of Pennsylvania's $47.6 billion budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year. The state legislature, which is uniquely divided, managed to pass a budget that is nearly $800 million less than what was initially proposed by the governor earlier this year.
Fritz stated, "Last night, legislators approved an annual budget that shows financial restraint and invests in key areas such as economic development, business expansion, agriculture, senior care, mental health, career and technical education, higher education, special needs and K-12 education." He emphasized that the budget also includes important reforms related to permitting and taxation.
He further commented on the significance of passing a budget under these circumstances: "As the only state in the nation with a divided legislature, passing a budget that was close to $800 million less than the governor’s initial proposal earlier this year, and far less than the Democratic majority wanted to spend, is a big win for those of us who espouse responsible spending and respect the taxpayers who fund our state government."
The new budget reflects efforts towards maintaining fiscal responsibility while addressing various critical sectors within Pennsylvania.
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