Following Scanlon Push, Philadelphia Region Receives Regional Tech Hub DesignationAs part of the President’s Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Commerce identifies regional centers primed for innovation and job creation.
Washington,
October 23, 2023
Philadelphia, PA — Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon (PA-05) is announcing that Southeastern Pennsylvania has been selected as a Regional Technology and Innovation Hub (Tech Hub) for life sciences. Led by the Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern PA, the Greater Philadelphia Region Precision Medicine Tech Hub will focus on an expanded view of precision medicine by building on Greater Philadelphia's world-class life sciences assets. The Hub opens the door for the Commonwealth to compete for millions of dollars in new private and federal investment. “As the Congresswoman for Pennsylvania’s 5th District, I am lucky to represent so many life science leaders that have positioned our region as a global leader in end-to-end precision medicine,” said Rep. Scanlon. “I worked hard alongside Ben Franklin Technology Partners to secure the competitive Tech Hub designation for this exciting sector of our local economy, and I look forward to championing opportunities for hardworking Pennsylvanians to tap into this once-in-a-lifetime investment.” The Greater Philadelphia Region Precision Medicine Tech Hub in Pennsylvania was designated as one of the 31 inaugural Tech Hubs in regions across the country that show potential for rapid growth in key technology sectors. This designation is part of the first phase of the program, authorized by the CHIPS and Science Act, that will invest directly in high-potential U.S. regions and aim to transform them into globally competitive innovation centers. Designation is an endorsement of the region’s strategy to supercharge their respective technological industry to create jobs and strengthen U.S. economic and national security. Since the passage of the CHIPS and Science Act, Scanlon has been a leading advocate for a Philadelphia Tech Hub designation. She worked closely with Ben Franklin Technology Partners, the City of Philadelphia, and the regional business community to promote the Greater Philadelphia application. She leveraged her strong relationship with the Biden Administration and Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo to highlight Philadelphia’s world-class research universities and vibrant life sciences industry, including sending a letter to the Department of Commerce this past July. Find a complete list of Tech Hubs at TechHubs.gov. ### |
