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With 2026 in view, DCED requests $10M in marketing and $15M in event security funding
Pennsylvania House Appropriations Committee · February 18, 2024
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Summary
Secretary Seager told the committee the governor's budget includes $10M one-time marketing for 2026 events and $15M for regional event security, plus a $36.5M one-time fund to support marquee events; DCED said funds aim to spread tourism benefits statewide beyond Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.
Lawmakers asked how the state will prepare for a string of major events in 2026, including the FIFA World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the NFL draft in Pittsburgh.
Secretary Seager described three one-time items in the proposed budget tied to 2026: $10…
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