How much federal funding Pa. gets
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Federal funding makes up 38.5% of overall government revenue in Pennsylvania, per the latest available data.
Why it matters: The Trump administration and Republicans in Congress are seeking ways to reduce federal spending.
Zoom in: Pennsylvania made $117 billion in general revenue in 2022 — and received $45.2 billion from the feds that year, per Pew Charitable Trusts.
The big picture: In nearly half of U.S. states, federal funding makes up 40% or more of overall revenue.
Context: The share of federal funding in a state's revenue can vary each year based on federal spending levels, state tax collections and other factors.
- States have received increased federal funding in recent years due to the pandemic and infrastructure investments.
Yes, but: Big losses in federal dollars can leave states scrambling for alternative funding for federally supported programs and projects, or cause them to be canceled.