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R.I. A.G. Neronha, Coalition Sue Trump Administration to Defend Critical Consumer Protection Efforts
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Dec. 23 -- Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha issued the following news release on Dec. 22, 2025:
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Attorney General Neronha, coalition sue Trump Administration to defend critical consumer protection efforts
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today joined a coalition of attorneys general in suing the Trump administration to stop the complete defunding of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), which has returned more than $21 billion improperly taken from over 205 million Americans throughout its 14-year existence. The CFPB's current acting director,
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PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Dec. 23 -- Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha issued the following news release on Dec. 22, 2025:
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Attorney General Neronha, coalition sue Trump Administration to defend critical consumer protection efforts
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today joined a coalition of attorneys general in suing the Trump administration to stop the complete defunding of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), which has returned more than $21 billion improperly taken from over 205 million Americans throughout its 14-year existence. The CFPB's current acting director,Russell Vought, is attempting to completely defund the agency by refusing to request funding from the Federal Reserve, which will virtually guarantee the agency runs out of money in January 2026.
As Attorney General Neronha and the coalition allege in their complaint, this will have devastating impacts on consumers and severely disrupt states' consumer protection abilities, which rely on consumer complaints and data from the CFPB. Attorney General Neronha and the coalition argue that CFPB has a legal requirement to collect and process consumer complaints and share that complaint data with states, and that Director Vought's actions violate the law and the Constitution. The lawsuit seeks a court order preventing the administration from completely defunding the CFPB.
Established in the wake of the Great Recession, the CFPB is an independent agency funded entirely by the Federal Reserve focused on regulating financial institutions and products to protect consumers. The CFPB writes and enforces rules to regulate financial institutions, collects critical economic data, and fields millions of consumer complaints every year. In addition, the CFPB is the only federal agency authorized to supervise the nation's largest banks for their compliance with consumer financial protection laws.
Beyond its own consumer protection actions, the CFPB is legally mandated to provide vital information to states to aid their own consumer protection efforts. States rely on consumer complaints from the CFPB to investigate wrongdoing, secure refunds and restitution for consumers, and support their own litigation against financial institutions. For example, the CFPB collects demographic and geographic lending data under the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act, which states use to protect homebuyers from discriminatory lending
States also regularly refer consumer complaints to the CFPB for further assistance. The CFPB has returned billions of dollars to consumers over junk fees, illegal debt collection, unfair mortgages, and predatory student loans, among other areas central to traditional consumer protection enforcement. The CFPB is not just a watchdog for consumers, but it is a critical partner in enforcement of state consumer protection laws as well. As Attorney General Neronha and the coalition argue, completely defunding CFPB will eliminate this important resource for resolving complaints and securing justice for cheated consumers.
In November, acting director of the CFPB Vought took a novel position that the agency can only be funded by the Federal Reserve's "profits," which he asserts are currently nonexistent. Vought therefore made the decision not to request any funding from the Federal Reserve, making it all but certain that the CFPB will run out of funding completely in January 2026.
Attorney General Neronha and the coalition argue that Vought's decision not to seek any funding for the CFPB is unlawful and unconstitutional. The CFPB has a legal obligation to provide states with consumer complaints - a duty it will not be able to fulfill without the necessary funds. The complaint argues that completely eliminating the CFPB's funding also violates the Separation of Powers principle, as the agency was established by Congress, which created the process for it to regularly receive funding from the Federal Reserve. Attorney General Neronha and the coalition are seeking a court order preventing the administration from carrying out its decision not to request any funds for the CFPB and ordering the agency to request funding from the Federal Reserve to fulfill its duties as required by the law.
Joining Attorney General Neronha in filing this lawsuit are the attorneys general of Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia.
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Original text here: https://riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-sue-trump-administration-defend-critical-consumer
R.I. A.G. Neronha Reaffirms Commitment to Defending Clean Energy Infrastructure Following Suspension Notice
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Dec. 23 -- Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha issued the following news release on Dec. 22, 2025:
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Attorney General Neronha reaffirms commitment to defending clean energy infrastructure following suspension notice
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today issued the following statement after the Trump Administration announced that it would suspend leases for five East Coast wind farms, including Revolution Wind:
"Today's surprise suspension order affecting nearly a half-dozen of America's wind energy sites, including nearly completed Revolution Wind
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PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Dec. 23 -- Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha issued the following news release on Dec. 22, 2025:
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Attorney General Neronha reaffirms commitment to defending clean energy infrastructure following suspension notice
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today issued the following statement after the Trump Administration announced that it would suspend leases for five East Coast wind farms, including Revolution Wind:
"Today's surprise suspension order affecting nearly a half-dozen of America's wind energy sites, including nearly completed Revolution Windoff the coast of Rhode Island, is yet another attempt by this President to continue his all-out assault on wind energy," said Attorney General Neronha. "The actions of this Administration have undercut our clean energy infrastructure, causing Rhode Islanders to pay the price - in the cost of ever-increasing energy bills, placing well-paying jobs in jeopardy, and preventing a future of domestic clean energy production. The courts have already reaffirmed what we have known to be true since day one: that this President cannot cancel clean energy projects just because he believes doing so is politically expedient for him.
"We are reviewing today's suspension order, and will continue to stand up to this President when his actions threaten to harm Rhode Islanders."
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Original text here: https://riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-reaffirms-commitment-defending-clean-energy-infrastructure
Mo. A.G. Hanaway and Jackson County Prosecutor Secure Indictment Against Kansas City Funeral Home
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Dec. 23 -- Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway issued the following news release on Dec. 22, 2025:
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Attorney General Hanaway and Jackson County Prosecutor Secure Indictment Against Kansas City Funeral Home
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Today, Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway filed a petition for injunction, civil penalties, and other remedies against Frank Savory IV and S. Family Enterprises, LLC, doing business as Savory and Sons Funeral Home. The petition alleges that the defendants made false promises and engaged in unfair practices in the sale of funeral
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JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Dec. 23 -- Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway issued the following news release on Dec. 22, 2025:
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Attorney General Hanaway and Jackson County Prosecutor Secure Indictment Against Kansas City Funeral Home
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Today, Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway filed a petition for injunction, civil penalties, and other remedies against Frank Savory IV and S. Family Enterprises, LLC, doing business as Savory and Sons Funeral Home. The petition alleges that the defendants made false promises and engaged in unfair practices in the sale of funeralarrangements to consumers in the Kansas City metropolitan area.
"When a funeral home exploits grief with false promises, we will hold them responsible," said Attorney General Hanaway. "Families should never face the risk of having their trust in a funeral home betrayed. We are glad to secure this indictment alongside Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson for the people of Missouri."
The investigation into Savory and Sons was done in collaboration with the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office, which secured a grand jury indictment against Savory IV.
Between 2023 and 2025, Savory IV allegedly operated, sold funeral services to consumers, and managed Savory and Sons Funeral Home without the required license to practice in Missouri. A Jackson County grand jury returned an indictment charging Savory IV with Financial Exploitation of a Disabled Person, Stealing, and Deceptive Business Practice.
"The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office is proud to partner with Attorney General Hanaway's Office in pursuing justice for those impacted by Savory and Sons," said Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson. "We will never tolerate exploitation of our community's most vulnerable members. My office will continue to hold any business accountable that engages in criminal activity that harms the people of Jackson County."
The Attorney General and Prosecutor Johnson remind the public that the criminal charges against Savory IV are merely allegations. As in all criminal charges, the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
Attorney General Hanaway encourages anyone who believes they were defrauded by Savory and Sons or Frank Savory IV to contact the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Section at 800-392-8222 or file a complaint online at ago.mo.gov.
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Original text here: https://ago.mo.gov/attorney-general-hanaway-and-jackson-county-prosecutor-secure-indictment-against-kansas-city-funeral-home/
Md. A.G. Brown Sues Trump Administration to Defend Critical Consumer Protection Efforts
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Dec. 23 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on Dec. 22, 2025:
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Attorney General Brown Sues Trump Administration to Defend Critical Consumer Protection Efforts
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today joined a coalition of attorneys general in suing the Trump administration to stop the complete defunding of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), which has returned more than $21 billion improperly taken from over 205 million Americans throughout its 14-year existence.
The CFPB's current acting director, Russell Vought,
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BALTIMORE, Maryland, Dec. 23 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on Dec. 22, 2025:
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Attorney General Brown Sues Trump Administration to Defend Critical Consumer Protection Efforts
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today joined a coalition of attorneys general in suing the Trump administration to stop the complete defunding of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), which has returned more than $21 billion improperly taken from over 205 million Americans throughout its 14-year existence.
The CFPB's current acting director, Russell Vought,is attempting to completely defund the agency by refusing to request any funding from the Federal Reserve, which will virtually guarantee the agency runs out of money in January 2026. As Attorney General Brown and the coalition argue, this will have devastating impacts on consumers and severely disrupt states' consumer protection abilities, which rely on consumer complaints and data from CFPB. Attorney General Brown and the coalition argue that CFPB has a legal requirement to collect and process consumer complaints and share that complaint data with states, and that Vought's actions violate the law and the Constitution. The lawsuit seeks a court order preventing the administration from completely defunding CFPB.
"The Trump administration's attempt to completely defund the CFPB is both illegal and dangerous for Maryland families," said Attorney General Brown. "This agency has returned over $21 billion to cheated consumers and provides our Office with essential consumer complaint data we use daily to investigate fraud, discrimination, and predatory lending. We're suing to stop this unlawful defunding scheme that violates the separation of powers and will leave Marylanders more vulnerable to financial exploitation."
Established in the wake of the Great Recession, the CFPB is an independent agency funded entirely by the Federal Reserve focused on regulating financial institutions and products to protect consumers. The CFPB writes and enforces rules to regulate financial institutions, collects critical economic data, and fields millions of consumer complaints every year. In addition, the CFPB is the only federal agency authorized to supervise the nation's largest banks for their compliance with consumer financial protection laws.
Beyond its own consumer protection actions, the CFPB is legally mandated to provide vital information to states to aid their own consumer protection efforts. States rely on consumer complaints from the CFPB to investigate wrongdoing, secure refunds and restitution for consumers, and support their own litigation against financial institutions. For example, the CFPB collects demographic and geographic lending data under the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act, which states use to protect homebuyers from discriminatory lending.
States also regularly refer consumer complaints to CFPB for further assistance. Since January 1, 2023, Maryland has referred 461 complaints to the CFPB. As Attorney General Brown and the coalition argue, completely defunding CFPB will eliminate this important resource for resolving complaints and securing justice for cheated consumers.
In November, Vought took a novel position that the agency can only be funded by the Federal Reserve's "profits," which he asserted are currently nonexistent. Vought therefore made the decision not to request any funding from the Federal Reserve, making it all but certain that CFPB will run out of funding completely in January 2026.
Attorney General Brown and the coalition argue that Vought's decision not to seek any funding for the CFPB is unlawful and unconstitutional. Completely eliminating CFPB funding also violates the Separation of Powers principle, as the agency was established by Congress, which also created a process for it to regularly receive funding from the Federal Reserve.
Attorney General Brown and the coalition are seeking a court order preventing the administration from carrying out its decision not to request any funds for the CFPB and ordering the agency to request funding from the Federal Reserve to fulfill its duties as required by the law.
Joining Attorney General Brown in filing this lawsuit are the attorneys general of Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Wisconsin.
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Original text here: https://oag.maryland.gov/News/pages/Attorney-General-Brown-Sues-Trump-Administration-to-Defend-Critical-Consumer-Protection-Efforts-.aspx
Md. A.G. Brown Joins Opposition to Trump Rollbacks of PFAS Regulations
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Dec. 23 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on Dec. 22, 2025:
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Attorney General Brown Joins Opposition to Trump Rollbacks of PFAS Regulations
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today joined a coalition of 15 attorneys general opposing the Trump administration's efforts to gut data reporting and record keeping requirements for PFAS "forever chemicals."
In a comment letter sent today to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin, the attorneys general oppose rollbacks to PFAS reporting requirements mandated
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BALTIMORE, Maryland, Dec. 23 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on Dec. 22, 2025:
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Attorney General Brown Joins Opposition to Trump Rollbacks of PFAS Regulations
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today joined a coalition of 15 attorneys general opposing the Trump administration's efforts to gut data reporting and record keeping requirements for PFAS "forever chemicals."
In a comment letter sent today to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin, the attorneys general oppose rollbacks to PFAS reporting requirements mandatedby Congress in 2019 under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) and promulgated by EPA in October 2023. Under the law, manufacturers and importers of PFAS are required to report critical information about the PFAS in their products, including the type and amount of PFAS used, details about workers' exposure to the chemicals, and how the chemicals are used and disposed. EPA implemented this mandate through a rule currently scheduled to begin requiring disclosures in 2026.
PFAS are a group of thousands of manmade chemicals that have been used in numerous consumer products since the 1940s, including clothing, non-stick cookware, food packaging, car seats and strollers, stain resistant furnishings, and floor waxes. But certain manufacturers spent decades hiding that PFAS chemicals were toxic to human health and the environment; state and federal regulators are still uncovering the extent of the chemicals' distribution and their long-term effects. The PFAS reporting rule is an important tool to advance that understanding to inform future regulations.
If adopted, the Trump administration's proposal would shield over 98 percent of entities that are expected to have relevant, vital information about PFAS from reporting under six new exemptions that had been previously considered and rejected by EPA.
A growing body of research shows that PFAS chemicals are toxic and can persist in the environment indefinitely. PFAS chemicals can also travel through the environment, including into drinking water sources, and some of them accumulate in fish and wildlife over time, magnifying their harm. Research shows that most Americans today have been exposed to PFAS and test positive for a detectable amount of PFAS in their blood. EPA itself has concluded that many PFAS are linked to severe human health effects, including increased risk of cancer and adverse impacts to fetal growth and development.
In 2019, Congress directed EPA to establish specific reporting obligations for PFAS chemicals under TSCA, recognizing the need for more information from industry about the extent of these chemicals' use in order for states, the federal government, and the public to adequately understand and address the risks they pose. Attorney General Brown supported the proposed rule ultimately adopted by EPA in 2023. Now, just two years later and months away from the deadline to submit this data, EPA is seeking to gut the rule and shield much of the industry from the requirement to disclose their use of PFAS to the public. In the comment letter, the attorneys general urge EPA to preserve the integrity of the rule and to begin collection of PFAS data without further delay.
"If EPA adopts its Proposal as a final rule, vital information about the types of PFAS used in U.S. commerce and the risks these chemicals pose will remain hidden away, arbitrarily and capriciously and unlawfully undermining States' efforts to protect human health and the environment, as well as EPA's mandate under TSCA to evaluate and minimize chemical risks," the attorneys general write.
Joining Attorney General Brown in sending today's comments are the attorneys general of California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island, Washington and Wisconsin.
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Original text here: https://oag.maryland.gov/News/pages/Attorney-General-Brown-Joins-Opposition-to-Trump-Rollbacks-of-PFAS-Regulations--.aspx
In Lancaster County, Pa. Gov. Shapiro Secures $147.5 Million Investment From Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories to Grow Life Sciences Industry, Create 250 New Jobs
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Dec. 23 -- Gov. Josh Shapiro, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on Dec. 22, 2025:
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In Lancaster County, Governor Shapiro Secures $147.5 Million Investment from Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories to Grow Life Sciences Industry, Create 250 New Jobs
The Commonwealth is investing more than $2.1 million in the life sciences company to support its laboratory and office expansion in Lancaster.
Under Governor Josh Shapiro's leadership, Pennsylvania's economy remains one of the strongest in the nation -- and the only state in the Northeast with a growing economy.
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HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Dec. 23 -- Gov. Josh Shapiro, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on Dec. 22, 2025:
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In Lancaster County, Governor Shapiro Secures $147.5 Million Investment from Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories to Grow Life Sciences Industry, Create 250 New Jobs
The Commonwealth is investing more than $2.1 million in the life sciences company to support its laboratory and office expansion in Lancaster.
Under Governor Josh Shapiro's leadership, Pennsylvania's economy remains one of the strongest in the nation -- and the only state in the Northeast with a growing economy.
Sincetaking office, Governor Shapiro and his Administration have competed for and won over $32.5 billion in private sector investments that are creating more than 18,000 new jobs and driving economic growth across the Commonwealth.
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Upper Leacock Township, PA - Today, Governor Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger visited Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories(opens in a new tab) to announce that the Commonwealth has secured a $147.5 million private-sector investment to expand the company's biopharmaceutical product testing operations in Lancaster County. Supported by more than $2.1 million in state investment, the project will create 250 new jobs over the next three years and retain 3,080 existing positions, further strengthening Pennsylvania's growing pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors.
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories will build a 300,000-square-foot laboratory and office expansion at its 49-acre campus located at 2425 New Holland Pike in Upper Leacock Township. When completed, this location will be the largest site within the Eurofins Scientific network of more than 950 global laboratories and one of the largest biopharmaceutical testing laboratories in the world.
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"Pennsylvania is a leader in life science innovation, and major investments like this from Eurofins are supporting the continued growth of this critically important industry," said Governor Shapiro. "We have the strategic location, robust research infrastructure, and skilled workforce that help biotech companies deliver timely therapies to patients and make the world healthier and safer. My Administration will continue to make strategic investments that further strengthen this important industry, create jobs, and drive even more economic growth across our Commonwealth."
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Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories received a funding proposal from the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) for a $1.8 million Pennsylvania First grant and a $375,000 WEDnetPA grant to train its workers. The company has also been encouraged to apply for tax credits through the Qualified Manufacturing Innovation and Reinvestment Deduction (QMIRD) program, which could provide significant additional tax benefits.
"Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories is one of Lancaster County's largest employers, and we're proud to support their continued success here in Pennsylvania," said Secretary Siger. "Life sciences is one of the key industries the Shapiro Administration is focusing on in the Commonwealth's 10-year Economic Development Strategy because we know it's a competitive advantage. Major business expansions are fueling the growth of this important industry while also ensuring the Commonwealth remains competitive and well positioned for long-term economic growth."
The Shapiro Administration is focused on supporting the continued growth of Pennsylvania's biotech ecosystem. Life sciences companies like Apozeal Pharmaceuticals(opens in a new tab), B. Braun(opens in a new tab), and GSK(opens in a new tab) have announced expansions in Pennsylvania this year, bringing new jobs and R&D investments into the Commonwealth.
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories is part of Eurofins Scientific, which has over 65,000 employees across a network of independent companies in 60 countries and operates over 950 laboratories. Founded in 1961, Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories is a global leader in the analytical testing services field, providing innovative scientific solutions to the top bio/pharmaceutical, environmental, food and medical device industries around the world. The company is part of the Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing network -- the largest network of harmonized bio/pharmaceutical GMP product testing laboratories worldwide.
"As one of Lancaster County's largest employers, we are proud to expand our capacity and services for our global clients while offering outstanding career opportunities. This growth reflects the dedication and expertise of our team in building strong partnerships with the clients we serve," said Neal Salerno, Senior Vice President, Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing, NA. "We are grateful for the support of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Eurofins Scientific's commitment to funding growth that strengthens customer service and further expands the world's most comprehensive testing network. Our long-term investments in this space set us apart and open exciting opportunities for the future."
"Eurofins' evolution from a locally rooted laboratory into a world-class leader in biopharmaceutical, environmental, and food testing demonstrates how collaboration between Lancaster County businesses and local educational institutions can strengthen efforts to develop and retain top talent, drive innovation, and compete successfully on a global scale," said Ezra Rothman, President, EDC Lancaster County. "EDC Lancaster County is proud to support both Eurofins' physical expansion here in the county, as well as its continued growth as a global leader in the life sciences sector."
This project was coordinated by Governor Shapiro's BusinessPA(opens in a new tab) team, an experienced group of economic development professionals dedicated to helping businesses succeed in Pennsylvania through tailored guidance, strategic partnerships, and financial resources. Whether based in the Commonwealth, another state, or across the globe, the team moves at the speed of business to set up companies for long-term growth and success here in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania's Business Climate and Growing Economy is Getting National Recognition
* Pennsylvania is the only state in the Northeast with a growing economy, according to a report(opens in a new tab) from Axios based on analysis done by Moody's Analytics Chief Economist Mark Zandi. This latest recognition builds on growing evidence that Pennsylvania's economy is strong, competitive, and on the rise.
R* ecently, Area Development ranked Pennsylvania among the top 20 "Best States for Business" -- the only Northeastern state to make the list -- and placed the Commonwealth in the top 10 for "Site Readiness Programs."
* Site Selection Magazine has named Pennsylvania one of the top business climates in the nation. The Commonwealth is 11th in the 2025 Business Climate Rankings, up seven spots from last year.
Unleashing Pennsylvania's Economic Potential, Streamlining Permitting to Drive Economic Growth, and Supporting Pennsylvania's Small Businesses
* Since taking office, Governor Shapiro has made Pennsylvania more competitive -- cutting red tape, streamlining permitting and licensing, and attracting over $32.5 billion in private-sector investment that has created more than 18,000 good-paying jobs across the Commonwealth. That includes the largest private-sector investment in Pennsylvania history -- Amazon's initial $20 billion investment to build new AI and cloud computing campuses, creating thousands of high-tech and construction jobs.
* Governor Shapiro has made economic competitiveness and government efficiency top priorities, launching Pennsylvania's first comprehensive economic development strategy in nearly two decades, cutting permit backlogs -- including eliminating the Department of Environmental Protection's backlog of 2,400 permits -- and investing $550 million to prepare more sites for business expansion, strengthen main streets, and support small businesses and entrepreneurs.
* The Governor's 2025-26 budget continues to make historic progress on permitting reform, funds key staff at agencies responsible for processing permits, licenses, and certifications, and invests in Pennsylvania's main streets.
Learn more about the Shapiro Administration's efforts to support Pennsylvania's workers and businesses and spur the economy, and discover how the Administration is creating economic opportunity to build a stronger, more competitive economy for all Pennsylvanians.
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Original text here: https://www.pa.gov/governor/newsroom/2025-press-releases/gov-shapiro-secures--147-5m-investment-eurofins-lancaster-labora
Gov. Mark Gordon Applauds BLM Sage-Grouse Plan for Wyoming
CHEYENNE, Wyoming, Dec. 23 -- Gov. Mark Gordon, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release on Dec. 22, 2025:
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Governor Mark Gordon Applauds BLM Sage-Grouse Plan for Wyoming
Today Governor Mark Gordon (R-WY) received the Record of Decision (ROD) for the Greater Sage-grouse Resource Management Plan Amendment (RMPA) for Wyoming. The ROD recognizes the State's authority over wildlife and management of the greater-sage grouse. The plan is a result of years-long effort to finalize.
"Wyoming has consistently advocated for a finalized Greater sage-grouse RMPA that recognizes the State's management
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CHEYENNE, Wyoming, Dec. 23 -- Gov. Mark Gordon, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release on Dec. 22, 2025:
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Governor Mark Gordon Applauds BLM Sage-Grouse Plan for Wyoming
Today Governor Mark Gordon (R-WY) received the Record of Decision (ROD) for the Greater Sage-grouse Resource Management Plan Amendment (RMPA) for Wyoming. The ROD recognizes the State's authority over wildlife and management of the greater-sage grouse. The plan is a result of years-long effort to finalize.
"Wyoming has consistently advocated for a finalized Greater sage-grouse RMPA that recognizes the State's managementauthority over the species utilizing the best-available science," Governor Gordon said. "Wyoming has been a leader in the sage-grouse conservation for six decades, and the State of Wyoming's Executive Order Greater Sage-Grouse Core Area Protection strategy has spanned three Governors in its foresight to have a state-lead conservation strategy. We will continue to invest in sage-grouse conservation alongside responsible development in Wyoming. I'm glad to see the BLM's plan affirms this Executive Order after a collaborative process with the State."
The Governor's Sage-Grouse Implementation Team, established by statute to work collaboratively to protect the Greater sage-grouse under the State of Wyoming's Sage-Grouse Executive Order (2019-3) will meet at 10 a.m. Jan. 8 at the Game and Fish Headquarters in Cheyenne.
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Original text here: https://governor.wyo.gov/news-releases/governor-mark-gordon-applauds-blm-sage-grouse-plan-for-wyoming-
