Welcome to newPA.com

Find everything you need to succeed in Pennsylvania. Whether you're a business, community, site developer, or concerned citizen, newPA.com has the resources to help you.

Protecting Our Progress 

Governor Rendell’s budget proposal provides more than $2.3 billion to invest in Pennsylvania’s infrastructure, communities and citizens to continue creating jobs and growing the economy.

Pennsylvania is investing in the future. To learn about Governor Rendell's proposed 2008-2009 Executive Budget click the image below. 

To learn more about the role of the Department of Community & Economic Development click here.

Investing in a New Economy

Pennsylvania is investing in a new economy. To learn about Governor Rendell's proposed Energy Independence Strategy and the Jonas Salk Legacy Fund click the images below.

Trade Internationally

With more financial resources, faster growth than any other state, and the 17th largest economy in the world, Pennsylvania can help you expand your international business. Our large network of offices and overseas representatives can assist you in navigating the waters of exporting, and we offer many funding assistance programs for exporters and international investors.

• Assistance for Pennsylvania companies interested in exporting

Bring Your Business To Pennsylvania

Great companies are built in Pennsylvania. Governor Edward G. Rendell has cut business taxes by $1 billion since 2003 and was recognized by the Tax Foundation and Council on State Taxes for his business-friendly tax code. Pennsylvania was also ranked as one of the lowest states for business taxes. Combined with our location, talent, business climate, and quality of life, Pennsylvania may be just the right mix for you.

• Assistance for foreign investors looking to establish a U.S. presence

• Assistance for U.S. companies looking to move or expand

Find Funding

Governor Edward G. Rendell has enacted one of the largest economic stimulus packages in the U.S - $2.8 billion to help businesses and communities thrive. Find funding for:

• Business Ventures
• Community Improvement
• Site Revitalization
• Tourism Marketing GrantPrograms

Important Resources

• Commonwealth Financing Authority
• Local Tax Information
• Local Services TaxForms and Sample Ordinance Available
• Fiscal Year 2007-08 Family Savings Account Program Request for Proposals
• Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Keystone Principles for Growth, Investment & Resource Conservation
• Pennsylvania's Global Competitiveness Report
• Industrial Resource Center Network Report: Innovative Manufacturers: Leaders Who Learn to Win
• Action Plan for Investing in a New Pennsylvania
• U.S. Business Opportunities and Economic Challenges Roundtable Debate - Video | Podcast
• Local Share Assessment Fund Guidelines(Gaming Funds) Luzerne CountyNOTE: DCED is no longer accepting applications under the Luzerne County Gaming Funds Guidelines for 2007. A public meeting will be held to discuss those gaming fund applications received.Click here for a copy of the PowerPoint Presentation with more details about how the gaming funds will be distributed in Luzerne County.  
• Local Share Assessment Fund Guidelines (Gaming Funds) Monroe County
• Local Share Assessment Fund Guidelines (Gaming Funds) Washington County.  Click here for a copy of the PowerPoint Presentation with more details about how the gaming funds will be distributed in Washington County.
• The Weatherization Program helps recipients make their homes more energy efficient, saving money and keeping homes warmer in the process.  
• Pennsylvania's Broadband Initiatives
• For information on the Feb.17, 2009 analog to digital television transition visit:             

          Digital TV Converter Box Coupon Program

          FCC Digital TV Transition