Shapiro sues Trump administration over 'unconstitutional' $2B funding freeze [View all]
Source: PennLive
Gov. Josh Shapiro is suing the Trump administration over what he is calling an “unconstitutional” hold up of more than $2 billion in federal funding for Pennsylvania.
Shapiro said despite multiple court orders to free the money, Pennsylvania cannot access $1.2 billion in federal funds and another $900 million is requiring a review before being drawn. The funding is to go toward maintaining drinking water safety, helping low-income residents pay utility bills and environmental cleanup.
“The federal government has entered into a contract with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, promising to provide billions of dollars in Congressionally approved funding that we have committed to serious needs – like protecting public health, cutting energy costs, providing safe, clean drinking water, and creating jobs in rural communities,” Shapiro said in a press release.
“With this funding freeze, the Trump Administration is breaking that contract — and it’s my job as governor to protect Pennsylvania’s interests.
Read more: https://www.pennlive.com/news/2025/02/shapiro-sues-trump-administration-over-unconstitutional-funding-freeze.html
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