	Pennsylvania Launches Justice Reinvestment Initiative Governor Tom Corbett encourages members of the Justice Reinvestment Initiative, a newly-formed panel of judges, lawmakers, state cabinet members and other officials, as they begin studying ways to increase public safety in Pennsylvania and reduce spending on corrections.
	Governor Corbett Visits Future Site of Endo Pharmaceuticals HQ; Praises Company for its Continued Commitment to Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett visits the future site of Endo Pharmaceutical’s corporate headquarters in Chester County, where he praised the company for its continued commitment to the region and its plans to create more than 150 high-paying jobs.
	Governor Corbett Opens 2012 Pennsylvania Farm Show Governor Tom Corbett kicks off the 2012 Pennsylvania Farm Show by welcoming visitors to celebrate the state’s agriculture industry.
	Governor Corbett Helps Light the Menorah Candle Governor Corbett Helps Light the Menorah Candle On The First Day of Chanukah.
	Governor Corbett Signs Bill to Toughen Sex Offender Law, Better Protect Children from Predators Governor Tom Corbett signs into law the “Adam Walsh Bill,’’ also known as Senate Bill 1183, which will strengthen the state’s rule on convicted sex offenders, by imposing tougher reporting standards.
	Governor and Mrs. Corbett Light Capitol Christmas Tree, Honor Heroes Governor Tom Corbett, along with his wife, Susan, and 14-year-old Colin Vengen, lit the Capitol Christmas tree during a ceremony in the Rotunda honoring Pennsylvania's heroes who helped residents survive this year's storms and floods.
	Governor and Mrs. Corbett Urge Pennsylvanians to Volunteer this Holiday Season Governor and Mrs. Corbett lent a helping hand at the Water Street Rescue Mission's Thanksgiving banquet. In addition to helping those in need in their community, the Corbett's hoped to bring attention to the vital work done by community shelters and food banks.
	Governor Corbett Calls for Education Reform at Philadelphia Rally Governor Tom Corbett calls for action on his education reform plan during a rally at the First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School attended by several hundred students, teachers and supporters.
	Governor Corbett Signs ‘Safety in Youth Sports Act’ Governor Tom Corbett ceremonially signs the “Safety in Youth Sports Act,’’ a bill intended to prevent serious head injuries in student athletes and strengthen education about the risks of concussions.
	Governor Corbett Visits Keystone Job Corps Center in Luzerne County, Stresses Importance of Workforce Training Governor Tom Corbett tours the Keystone Job Corps Center in Luzerne County and spoke about the importance of education and training, in all forms, to help Pennsylvania’s workers compete for today’s – and tomorrow’s – jobs.
	Governor Corbett Congratulates New Troopers at State Police Graduation Governor Tom Corbett today congratulates the 91 men and women joining the ranks of the Pennsylvania State Police following their graduation from the State Police Academy in Hershey.
	Governor Corbett Signs Bill Making PA Preferred™ Permanent Branding Program of Ag Products; Helps Consumers Identify Local Products Tom Corbett ceremonially signs House Bill 1424, making PA Preferred™ the official branding program of agricultural commodities produced in Pennsylvania.
	Governor Corbett Signs Bill to Strengthen Teen Driver Safety and Training Governor Tom Corbett signs House Bill 9, also known as “Lacey’s Law,” which will help junior drivers receive more comprehensive training, limit the number of passengers that junior drivers may carry, and make failing to wear a seatbelt a primary offense for junior drivers and passengers.
	First Lady Susan Corbett welcomed dozens of Harrisburg children to the Governors Residence to celebrate the Halloween season with a pumpkin decorating contest The children, grades K-5 attend the after-school program at the Neighborhood Center of the United Methodist Church. The Center is located just a few blocks from the Governor's Residence in Harrisburg. It has been serving the Harrisburg community since 1910.
	Governor Corbett Promotes Importance of Rivers to Economic Growth Governor Tom Corbett emphasizes the importance of Pennsylvania’s rivers to the nation’s economy and transportation system during an address to the 2011 Fall Waterways Symposium in Pittsburgh.
	Governor Corbett Outlines Agenda for Education Reform Governor Tom Corbett outlines his agenda for education reform in Pennsylvania. "We are set to start work on one of the most important jobs state government can do,'' Corbett said, and that is to rearrange our priorities when it comes to education.
	Governor Corbett Announces Marcellus Shale Proposal Governor Tom Corbett announces his plans to implement numerous recommendations of the Marcellus Shale Advisory Commission, including changes to enhance environmental standards, an impact fee, and a plan to help move Pennsylvania toward energy independence.
	Governor Corbett Lauds Public-Private Partnership During Agreement Signing Ceremony at Philadelphia Shipyard Governor Tom Corbett today praises a successful public-private partnership between the state, Aker Philadelphia Shipyard and the Port of Philadelphia that helped to keep the shipyard open and building ships.
	First Lady Susan Corbett Helps Turn the Capitol Fountain Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness First Lady Susan Corbett joined the Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Coalition at the State Capitol in Harrisburg today to mark the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Each year, The War Veteran's Memorial Fountain at the Capitol is dyed pink for the month of October to remind the public of the importance of early detection and treatment for breast cancer.
	Governor Corbett Announces $15 Million Investment to Continue Delaware River Deepening Project, Help Port of Philadelphia Remain Competitive Governor Tom Corbett announces the release of $15 million in state funding to continue the Delaware River Main Channel-Deepening project, saying its completion is critical to economic development and job-creation efforts.
	Governor Tom Corbett Attends September 11th Commemoration Ceremony in Shanksville Governor Tom Corbett spoke during the Tenth Commemorative Service of September 11, 2001 held at the newly dedicated Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville.
	Governor Corbett Joins State Police Commissioner and Lt. Col. Oliver North in Ceremony Honoring Troopers’ Military Service Governor Tom Corbett joined State Police Commissioner Frank Noonan and retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Oliver North at a ceremony recognizing the military service of state police personnel.
	Governor Corbett Leads Kayak Tour of Susquehanna River Governor Tom Corbett lead a kayak tour down the Susquehanna River in Central Pennsylvania to promote Pennsylvania's vast natural resources and recreational activities.
	Governor Corbett Visits Ag Progress Days Governor Tom Corbett addressed the Government and Industry Luncheon at Ag Progress Days detailing his support for Pennsylvania's number-one industry.
	Governor Tom Corbett Concludes Kayak Trip, Tours Lord & Taylor Distribution Center Governor Tom Corbett wrapped up his three-day kayak tour through Northeastern Pennsylvania to promote the state's tourism and environment. While in Wilkes-Barre, Gov. Corbett toured Lord & Taylor's distribution center, where a planned call center will bring more than 100 jobs to the local economy.
	Governor Tom Corbett Kayak Tour Day 2: Frances Slocum State Park in Luzerne County Governor Tom Corbett visited Frances Slocum State Park as part of his three-day tour through Northeastern Pennsylvania to promote the state's tourism and environment.
	Governor Tom Corbett Kayak Tour Day 1 Governor Tom Corbett began a three-day kayak tour through Northeastern Pennsylvania to personally experience the natural beauty and other local highlights that the state has to offer residents and visitors. Setting off from Mehoopany, Wyoming County, Corbett will kayak down the Susquehanna River, through Wyoming and Luzerne counties, stopping along the way to talk with area residents and visit local attractions.
	Governor Corbett Fulfills State’s Promise Protecting PACE and PACENET Prescription Benefits for Older Adults Governor Tom Corbett ceremonially signs House Bill 463 at Country Meadows Retirement Community in Hershey. The new law ensures thousands of older Pennsylvanians enrolled in the PACE and PACENET program will not lose their coverage as the result of a small increase in their Social Security benefits.
	Governor Tom Corbett, First Lady Susan Corbett Announce Winners of ‘Name the Pups’ Contest After reading hundreds of suggestions from children across Pennsylvania, Governor Tom Corbett and First Lady Susan Corbett have chosen names for their two new Airedale Terrier puppies: “Penny” and “Harry.”
	Governor Tom Corbett Tours GE Transportation Governor Tom Corbett toured GE Transportation, Erie County's largest employer, where he discussed his commitment to working with Pennsylvania's businesses to ensure future growth and job creation.
	Governor Corbett Joins Crossing of America Tour in Butler Taking his turn at driving a red, white and blue Jeep, Governor Tom Corbett joined the Crossing of America Tour as it traveled through Butler. The Crossing of America Tour is a national campaign to pay tribute, create awareness and raise funds for wounded warriors and fallen heroes and their families by touring the country in the Spirit of Liberty Jeep.
	Governor Corbett Meets with State Police Camp Cadet Teens Governor Tom Corbett toured the Pennsylvania National Guard Armory in Friedens, Somerset County. While there, Gov. Corbett met with teens attending the Pennsylvania State Police-sponsored Camp Cadet, who were visiting the Armory to learn about careers in the military.
	Governor Tom Corbett Addresses Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association The Governor thanked police chiefs from across the state for working to protect Pennsylvania’s citizens from harm, and pledged continued state support for police training programs. Governor Corbett noted that even with today’s advance crime-solving technology, there is no substitute for good police work.
	First Lady Susan Corbett Invites Pennsylvania Children to Enter “Name the Pups” Competition First Lady Susan Corbett invites all Pennsylvania children 12 and younger to enter the “Name the Pups” Competition, a contest to name the Corbetts’ two new Airedale puppies arriving in late July.
	Governor Corbett Signs Budget, Cutting Spending, Without Tax Increases Gov. Tom Corbett signed the 2011-12 budget which cuts government spending, does not raise taxes, includes property tax reform, and restores common sense to the state spending process. The $27.15 billion budget cuts overall government spending by more than $1 billion.
	Governor Corbett Signs ‘Fair Share Act,’ Important Tort Reform Law Governor Tom Corbett signed into law Senate Bill 1131, better known as the “Fair Share Act,’’ which reforms how damages are recovered in civil lawsuits, ensuring an equitable framework for litigation in the future and improving Pennsylvania’s business climate.
	Governor Tom Corbett Signs Legislation Banning “Bath Salts” Surrounded by law enforcement officers from all over the Commonwealth, Governor Tom Corbett signs legislation that bans the possession, use and sale of synthetic designer drugs including the dangerous substance known as “bath salts.’’
	Governor Tom Corbett Addresses Pennsylvania Township Commissioners Governor Tom Corbett addressed the Pennsylvania Township Commissioners in Lancaster, where he discussed the budget challenges facing Pennsylvania.
	First Lady Susan Corbett Hosts “Arts in the Garden” Open House Pennsylvania First Lady Susan Corbett hosted an “Arts in the Garden” open house today at the Governor’s Residence. Featured artists and arts organizations included the Art Association of Harrisburg; Capital Area School for the Arts; Central Pennsylvania Women’s Chorus; Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet; Central Pennsylvania Friends of Jazz; Jump Street; Open Stage of Harrisburg; Susquehanna Art Museum; Susquehanna Flute Quartet; and Woodwind Quintet of the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra.
	Governor Tom Corbett Speaks to the Graduating Class of the Boys Latin of Philadelphia Charter School Governor Tom Corbett addresses the inaugural class of the Boys Latin of Philadelphia Charter School, congratulating the graduates on being part of a new tradition in Philadelphia.
	Governor Tom Corbett Addresses Duquesne Law School Class of 2011 Governor Tom Corbett addressed the Duquesne University School of Law Class of 2011 encouraging the graduates to seek justice and remain true to their ideals.
	Governor Tom Corbett Participates in Question and Answer Session Governor Corbett participated in a question and answer session sponsored by the Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce, addressing the budget, job creation, and education in Pennsylvania.
	Governor Tom Corbett Address Albright College Class of 2011 Governor Tom Corbett addressed the Albright College Class of 2011 encouraging them to enter the world with an open mind, tolerance and good faith.
	Governor Tom Corbett Pays Tribute to Fallen Law Enforcement Officers Governor Tom Corbett paid tribute to Pennsylvania’s fallen police officers during a ceremony at the state Capitol in Harrisburg.
	Governor Corbett Praises Chester Community Charter School Governor Tom Corbett toured the Chester Community Charter School, telling students that “having a choice means having a chance.’’
	Governor Corbett Tours Google in Pittsburgh, Talks Jobs Growth and Innovation Governor Tom Corbett toured Google Pittsburgh, where he highlighted his proposed budget’s commitment to growing the state’s economy and helping employers create jobs. The facility employs more than 150 engineers who are critical to the development of Google’s core initiatives in Search and Ads.
	Governor Corbett Tours Farason in Coatesville Governor Tom Corbett toured Farason, a high-tech business that designs and assembles custom machinery for the assembly, manufacturing and packaging industries. Corbett highlighted his commitment to growing the state’s economy and helping businesses create jobs for hardworking Pennsylvanians.
	Governor Corbett Urges Young Pennsylvanians to Embrace Public Service, Give Back to their Communities Hoping to inspire the next generation of Pennsylvania’s public servants, Governor Tom Corbett today addressed the opening session of the YMCA’s Youth and Government Model Legislature.
	Governor Corbett Addresses Allegheny League of Municipalities' Spring Conference Governor Tom Corbett addressed the Allegheny League of Municipalities’ Spring Conference detailing the reasoning behind the commonwealth’s $4.2 billion deficit and his budget which closes that gap.
	Governor Corbett Helps Launch 150th Anniversary Observation of the Civil War Governor Tom Corbett helped to launch Pennsylvania’s observance of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, the four-year struggle between northern and southern states that forever ended slavery in the United States.
	Governor Corbett Praises New Troopers at State Police Graduation Event Governor Tom Corbett announced that 131 men and women joined the ranks of the Pennsylvania State Police following their graduation today from the State Police Academy in Hershey.
	Governor Corbett Tours Berks County Tubing Manufacturing Plant Governor Tom Corbett toured Summit Steel & Manufacturing, Inc., in Reading, Berks County, praising it as a prime example of growing small businesses in Pennsylvania.
	Governor Corbett sends Defunct Tour Bus to the Auction Block Making good on his commitment to reduce the state-owned automotive fleet, Governor Tom Corbett today sent the white elephant of the fleet to the auction block – a 1991 tour bus that has cost Pennsylvania taxpayers more than $66,000 in spite of it being driven less than 26,000 miles in eight years.
	Governor Tom Corbett Assures Residents Pennsylvania Drinking Water is Safe Governor Tom Corbett addressed reports of radioactivity in rain water, assuring residents that weekend testing of public drinking water found no elevated levels of radioactivity.
	Governor Tom Corbett Visits Delaware County Business, Details Budget Proposal Governor Tom Corbett toured Leefson Tool & Die and Keystone Mint in Delaware County, praising their efforts to evolve and continue to provide good jobs for their community.
	Governor Tom Corbett today testified during a Congressional Hearing about the federal health care legislation. Governor Corbett said the federal health care law imposes an unconstitutional mandate which forces citizens to purchase health insurance. Pennsylvania is involved in a legal challenge to Congress’ authority in enacting this requirement. The governor again called on the White House for an expedited process where the U.S. Supreme Court can hear and decide this important national question.
	Governor Corbett Tours Quakertown Employer, Talks Job Growth and Creation Governor Tom Corbett today toured Secant Medical, a transplantable textile manufacturer currently bucking the trends and expanding in the nation’s slow-to-recover textile industry. The Governor highlighted his commitment to growing the commonwealth’s economy and helping businesses create jobs for hardworking Pennsylvanians.
	Governor Corbett Tours Flinchbaugh Engineering in York, Talks Jobs and Economic Growth Governor Tom Corbett toured Flinchbaugh Engineering, an employee-owned contract manufacturing company in York, today highlighting his commitment to growing the commonwealth’s economy and helping businesses create jobs for hardworking Pennsylvanians.
	Governor and Mrs. Corbett Celebrate Pennsylvania's Current and Future Poets Governor Corbett and First Lady Susan Corbett hosted the state finals of the 2011 “Poetry Out Loud: National Recitation Contest at the Governor’s Residence in Harrisburg. DeVonna Smith, a senior at Reading High School, Berks County, was the winner.
	Governor Corbett Settles Super Bowl Bet At an event in Pittsburgh on March 11, Gov. Corbett helped to deliver a $25,000 check on behalf of Coca-Cola to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania and the Sarah Heinz House Boys & Girls Club. Because the Steelers lost the Super Bowl to the Packers, Gov. Corbett, a lifelong Steelers fan, appeared at the event wearing a Green Bay jersey.
	Governor Corbett Helps to Open New Microsoft Technology Center Governor Corbett toured the new MTC in Malvern and reiterated the importance of tax credit programs, like the R&D tax credit program, to helping business grow and create jobs
	Governor Corbett Unveils 2011-12 Budget Today Governor Tom Corbett presented his 2011-12 budget to the state legislature - a budget that is balanced and does not raise taxes for the residents of Pennsylvania.
	Full 2011-12 Budget Address