Governor Shapiro is supporting the nearly 500,000 Pennsylvanians who are a part of the travel and tourism industry by calling for a $15 million increase in funding for tourism in his 2024-25 budget proposal
This major investment in tourism and recreation asset development will drive economic growth, leading to new businesses and jobs and a stronger economy for all Pennsylvanians
Erie, PA – A new report from the Pennsylvania tourism Office shows the tourism industry in the Commonwealth generated $76.7 billion in economic impact, supported 486,871 jobs, contributed $4.7 billion in state and local taxes, and welcomed 192.4 million visitors in 2022.
The 2022 Economic Impact of Travel and tourism report provides state, regional, and county level estimates that demonstrate the vital importance of the travel industry to Pennsylvania’s economy. The results of the report were highlighted yesterday by Department of Community and Economic…
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