Gov. Josh Shapiro proposed on Tuesday a $51.5 billion state budget in his annual address, calling for major investments in health care and education, while focusing on government efficiency as the state approaches a hefty budget shortfall.

Gov. Josh Shapiro on Tuesday delivered a $51.5 billion budget proposal for the 2025-2026 fiscal year that he touted as a plan for Pennsylvania “on the rise.” It includes new investments in public education,

Gov. Josh Shapiro’s budget proposes $242.1 million in funding for Penn State’s general support — the same amount it’s received the last six years — and $60 million in funding to be distributed based on recommendations of the Performance-Based Funding Council to Penn State, Temple University and University of Pittsburgh.