Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration this week announced an investment of $21,445,823 to establish 11 new Business Assistance Service Centers across Pennsylvania, aimed at supporting historically disadvantaged small businesses through the Historically Disadvantaged Business Assistance Program .

And one of those centers will be established with the help of Lehigh University in Bethlehem.

Lt. Gov. Austin Davis and Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Rick Siger made the announcement, outlining how the centers will provide technical assistance and business support services to increase access to capital and promote economic empowerment for underserved business owners.

“Small businesses are the backbone of Pennsylvania’s economy, which is why the Shapiro-Da

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