By KRISTIE LINDEN
Gov. Josh Shapiro’s second budget proposes significant increases to education and economic development and would regulate adult-use marijuana, while leaning heavily on Pennsylvania’s flush reserves to underwrite his vision. Shapiro, a Democrat, unveiled his budget Tuesday for the 2024-25 fiscal year, which begins July 1, in front of a joint session of the House and Senate.
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