Governor Shapiro Congratulates 173rd Cadet Class of the Pennsylvania State Police Academy

Governor Josh Shapiro joined Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Commissioner Colonel Christopher Paris to celebrate the graduation of the 173rd Cadet Class of the Pennsylvania State Police Academy - one of the nation's most rigorous and respected law enforcement training programs. Fifty-nine new troopers completed 28 weeks of comprehensive training and will now be assigned to PSP stations across the Commonwealth, where they will begin serving their communities.

"Policing is a noble profession - and the men and women of the Pennsylvania State Police go to work every single day to protect and serve our communities," said Governor Shapiro. "Today, these cadets join their ranks after completing one of the most challenging and rigorous law enforcement training programs in the nation. You are the best of us, and now you will carry the responsibility of keeping Pennsylvanians safe. Our work doesn't stop here - we will continue to invest in our State Police, support our communities, and ensure all Pennsylvanians feel safe in their neighborhoods. As your Governor, I want you to know I've got your back."

"Today is the result of months of hard work, determination, bravery, and selflessness," said Colonel Paris. "I am proud to call members of the 173rd Cadet Class troopers, and I have full confidence that they will succeed in answering the call to serve, protect, and uphold the law throughout our great Commonwealth."