$50.8 billion compromise budget in Pa. goes to Gov. Shapiro, despite some opposition in both parties

Pennsylvania's $50.8 billion budget, passed by the state House and Senate despite opposition from both parties, heads to Gov. Josh Shapiro for signature. The budget includes new education funding, energy policies, and teacher pension increases but excludes Shapiro's requested revenue measures like cannabis legalization. Legislative leaders framed it as a compromise, with some lawmakers criticizing its failure to address structural deficits or new revenue streams.