(90.5 WESA,  November 11, 2025)

Harrisburg leaders nearing $50.1B budget deal, more than four months late

Leaders in Harrisburg appear to have agreed on the basics of a state budget deal, as both the state House and Senate prepared to meet Wednesday morning. But environmental advocates say they’re on high alert that a cap-and-trade program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions has been axed during those negotiations.

PGH Works Perspective

Director of Research & Public Policy Ken Zapinski is quoted on the consequences of RGGI membership and how it will drive down reliable electricity generation. 

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