As America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, Gov. Josh Shapiro is reminding residents that Pennsylvania is the birthplace of American democracy and American freedom. 

The Governor says all eyes will be on Pennsylvania in 2026, and because of that he's making a few changes to the roadways. 

First, Pennsylvania is releasing a new license plate that celebrates the state's heritage and reminds the country that "we let freedom ring."

Starting in 2025, the state will transition to the new license plate. 

Additionally, the Shapiro administration is changing the state's welcome signs. 

In a Facebook post the Governor said: 

Pennsylvania is the birthplace of American democracy and American freedom, and we want the world to know it.
In celebration of our nation’s 250th birthday in 2026, our new welcome signs will remind folks from all over the world that real freedom rings here in Pennsylvania.

 

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