Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development

02/18/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/18/2026 15:25

YMI: With Johnson & Johnson, Pennsylvania Surpasses $40 Billion in Private Sector Investment Under Governor Shapiro’s Leadership

"Johnson & Johnson are choosing to double down on their investments here in our Commonwealth because they know we've got the strategy, the workforce, and the speed they need to succeed." - Governor Josh Shapiro

"Pennsylvania is competing - and winning - when it comes to attracting world-class life sciences companies, growing high-quality jobs, and driving long-term economic growth across the Commonwealth." - Secretary Rick Siger

Since taking office, Governor Shapiro has secured over $40.4 billion in private-sector investment, creating more than 22,000 jobs across Pennsylvania.


Spring House, PA -  Today, Governor Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger announced a more than $1 billion private-sector investment from global health care company Johnson & Johnson to build a next generation cell therapy manufacturing facility, directly supporting the production of medicines for cancer, immune-mediated, and neurological diseases.

This expansion project will create more than 500 new jobs over the next twelve years, retain 5,885 full-time jobs, and continue growing Pennsylvania's robust life sciences industry with the support of $41.5 million in total state investment.

Today's announcement also builds on the Shapiro Administration's progress to bolster Pennsylvania's economic development since taking office in 2023 and marks the official surpassing of $40 billion in private sector investment under Governor Shapiro's leadership, creating over 22,000 jobs across the Commonwealth.

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