HB 2147 Pennsylvania House · 2023-2024 Regular Session

An Act amending Titles 27 (Environmental Resources) and 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for storm water management; and, in municipal authorities, further providing for definitions and for purposes and powers.

This bill establishes a new chapter in Pennsylvania law dedicated to storm water management, aiming to address issues like flooding, erosion, and strain on public infrastructure caused by increased runoff from development. It defines key terms such as "impervious surface" and "storm water" to clarify what areas and water sources are covered under the new regulations. A significant provision allows municipal authorities to charge a reasonable storm water management fee to property owners, including those who own land for the Commonwealth, ensuring that tax-exempt entities also contribute to these costs. The legislation empowers local governments to better plan and mitigate the impacts of storm water while requiring coordination with state instrumentalities.
Bill status in committee 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2024
Committee Review
Mar 2024
House Passage
May 2024
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 25, 2024 Last action May 22, 2024
Floor votes · House May 22, 2024

How they voted

25–0
Passed
Total votes 25
May 22, 2024
D Democratic14
14 Yea
100% Yea
R Republican11
11 Yea
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
5
Key actions
2
Committee
1
Amendments
1
May 22, 2024
House · Passed
House Vote: pass (25-0)
house
May 22, 2024
Lower · Passed
Reported as amended
lower
Mar 25, 2024
Committee
Referred to Local Government
lower
1 primary · 12 co-sponsors

Sponsors