U.S. Sens. Dave McCormick, R-Pa., and John Fetterman, D-Pa., announced a coalition of Pennsylvania organizations that will help ensure the Commonwealth is represented at the Great American State Fair on the National Mall.
The announcement follows coordination with U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins.
According to the announcement, Pennsylvania still had an opportunity to join most other states participating in the event. McCormick worked with Fetterman, Rollins and Pennsylvania organizations to develop a state showcase for the fair.
The effort will be funded entirely through private partnerships and will not use taxpayer dollars.
Organizations joining the effort include the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry, PennAg Industries Association, Pennsylvania Farm Bureau, National Federation of Independent Business, Pennsylvania Manufacturers’ Association and The Manufacturer & Business Association.
The Pennsylvania Pavilion is expected to highlight the Commonwealth’s agriculture, businesses, manufacturing, small businesses, history and role in America’s 250th anniversary celebration.
McCormick said Pennsylvania should be represented during the nation’s 250th birthday celebration because of its role in American independence, Gettysburg and national history.
Fetterman said the effort is bipartisan and will ensure Pennsylvania’s booth highlights the state’s agriculture, businesses and history.
Leaders from the participating organizations said the fair provides an opportunity to showcase Pennsylvania’s agriculture, small businesses, manufacturing, innovation and historic role in the country.
The Great American State Fair will take place on the National Mall as part of America’s 250th anniversary celebration.
