Some Pennsylvania lawmakers are facing criticism over a trip to Ireland during the state budget impasse.

The budget is three months late. While Gov. Josh Shapiro was in Pittsburgh on Friday, KDKA-TV's Mamie Bah asked him about the lawmakers' trip to Ireland.

"What do you say to critics who say they aren't prioritizing the right things right now?" Bah asked.

"Look, I'm not in charge of their schedules, but if I were these lawmakers, and the governor had introduced a budget 241 days ago, I'd sure as heck be in Harrisburg doing my job," Shapiro said.

As the state budget impasse drags into another month, the effects are being felt by local municipalities.

Some counties, including Westmoreland, are already facing furloughs for county employees. In Allegheny County, leaders are asking direc

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