Budget & Taxes

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Mar 18, 2026

SB 1175: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in Innovate in PA Tax Credit, further providing for legislative intent, for definitions, for duties, for use of tax credits by qualified taxpayers, for sale, carryover and carryback, for sale of tax credits to qualified taxpayers, for Innovate in PA Program, for guidelines and for report and providing for second distribution report.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's tax code to establish a new Innovate in PA tax credit program that allows qualified taxpayers to purchase tax credits to offset their insurance premiums tax liability. The program authorizes the sale of up to $350 million in tax credits, with a specific $200 million allocation for credits available starting in 2030, and requires that sales generate at least $200 million in revenue to proceed. Funds collected from these tax credit sales will be distributed to support life science research facilities, recruitment of researchers, and workforce development partnerships between companies and educational institutions. The legislation also defines key terms, sets rules for carrying over unused tax credits to future years, and establishes reporting requirements for the program's administration.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax credit program generating revenue for state programs, promoting fiscal management and providing tax incentives for qualified taxpayers.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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signed · Pennsylvania · House Jul 12, 2026

HB 2401: An Act providing for the capital budget for fiscal year 2026-2027.

This bill establishes Pennsylvania's capital budget for fiscal year 2026-2027, setting specific spending limits on public infrastructure projects. It authorizes up to $1.2 billion for building and structure improvements, $20 million for furniture and equipment, $100 million for transportation assistance, and $325 million for redevelopment assistance, with no funding allocated for flood control projects. The bill directly affects state agencies responsible for managing these capital projects and requires repayment of any debt incurred through the General Fund or applicable special funds. It takes effect immediately upon introduction.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes capital budget for FY 2026-2027, allocating $1.2B+ for infrastructure and public projects, directly funding state budget priorities90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates $100 million for transportation assistance and $1.2 billion for infrastructure improvements, directly funding transportation projects.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

signed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 12, 2026

HB 2404: An Act making appropriations from the Workmen's Compensation Administration Fund to the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Community and Economic Development to provide for the expenses of administering the Workers' Compensation Act, The Pennsylvania Occupational Disease Act and the Office of Small Business Advocate for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.

This bill allocates $81.3 million from the Workmen's Compensation Administration Fund to the Department of Labor and Industry to cover operating expenses for the fiscal year 2026-2027. The funds will support salaries, wages, travel, and contractual services needed to administer the Workers' Compensation Act and the Pennsylvania Occupational Disease Act. An additional $550,000 is designated for the Office of Small Business Advocate within the Department of Community and Economic Development to fund its operations during the same period. The legislation also authorizes payment of any outstanding bills from the previous fiscal year that remain unpaid as of June 30, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $81.3M to fund government operations and essential workers' compensation administration programs95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill allocates funding to administer workers' compensation and occupational disease acts, protecting worker benefits and workplace safety programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation

signed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 12, 2026

HB 2406: An Act making an appropriation from a restricted revenue account within the General Fund to the Office of Consumer Advocate in the Office of Attorney General.

This bill allocates $7,805,000 from a restricted revenue account in Pennsylvania's General Fund to the Office of Consumer Advocate within the Office of Attorney General. The funding is designated to support the office's operations for the fiscal year running from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. The appropriation takes effect on July 1, 2026, or immediately, whichever occurs later. This measure provides financial resources to enable the office to continue its consumer protection activities without changing its existing functions or responsibilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $7.8M to fund consumer protection operations, directly advancing public service funding and fiscal management.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

signed · Pennsylvania · House Jul 12, 2026

HB 2412: An Act providing for funding for State-related universities for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027, for costs basis, for frequency of payments and for recordkeeping requirements; imposing a duty on the Auditor General; providing for financial statements, for the Agricultural College Land Scrip Fund and for restrictions; and making appropriations.

This bill allocates state funding to four Pennsylvania universities - the Pennsylvania State University, University of Pittsburgh, Temple University, and Lincoln University - for the fiscal year 2026-2027. It establishes that payments will be made monthly based on estimated costs submitted by each university, and requires these institutions to maintain detailed records of how funds are spent. The Auditor General is tasked with reviewing expenditure reports, auditing spending against permitted purposes, and recovering any misused funds. Additionally, the bill places specific restrictions on how the University of Pittsburgh may use its appropriation, prohibiting funds for an environmental law clinic and limiting usage to instruction and student-related services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funding to four universities for FY 2026-2027, directly advancing budget appropriations for public education institutions.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates state funding to four Pennsylvania universities for fiscal year 2026-2027, directly supporting higher education institutions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Government Spending Higher Education

signed · Pennsylvania · House Jul 12, 2026

HB 2400: An Act to provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

This bill allocates state and federal funding to Pennsylvania government agencies for the fiscal year 2026-2027, including money for the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial branches, public schools, and unpaid bills from the previous fiscal year. It distributes funds from the General Fund, special funds, and federal sources to specific departments such as the Governor's office, courts, schools, health services, and transportation agencies. The legislation also includes additional appropriations for the 2025-2026 fiscal year to cover remaining unpaid bills from that period.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides appropriations and funding for state government operations, public schools, and essential services, directly advancing budget allocation for fiscal year 2026-2027.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 19, 2026

HB 2301: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in Pennsylvania Economic Development for a Growing Economy (PA EDGE) tax credits, further providing for definitions and providing for tax credits for critical minerals extraction.

This Pennsylvania bill expands the PA EDGE tax credit program to include companies extracting critical minerals from produced water, which is wastewater from oil and gas wells. The legislation defines "critical minerals" as materials essential for national security and energy systems, and sets a $1 million minimum investment requirement for facilities to qualify for tax credits. To receive the credit, companies must use Pennsylvania-produced water for extraction, hire local workers, and comply with state procurement laws. The Department of Revenue will review applications and approve tax credits for eligible projects that meet all specified criteria.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands tax credit program for critical minerals extraction, promoting economic development and fiscal incentives for local businesses while utilizing produced water resources.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes critical minerals extraction from produced water, supporting energy infrastructure and national security needs through tax incentives.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill incentivizes extraction of critical minerals from produced water, which could increase industrial activity and potential environmental impacts from wastewater use and extraction processes.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Tax Credits Tax Incentives Oil & Gas

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signed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 12, 2026

HB 2405: An Act making an appropriation from a restricted revenue account within the General Fund to the Office of Small Business Advocate in the Department of Community and Economic Development.

This bill allocates $2,235,000 from a restricted revenue account within Pennsylvania's General Fund to the Office of Small Business Advocate in the Department of Community and Economic Development. The funding is intended to support the operational expenses of the office for the fiscal year running from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. The appropriation takes effect on July 1, 2026, or immediately, whichever occurs later. This measure provides financial resources to help the office carry out its existing functions without adding new programs or changing its responsibilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $2.235M to fund the Office of Small Business Advocate, directly supporting government spending and fiscal management for public services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Tags Small Business

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Mar 30, 2026

SB 1252: An Act amending the act of November 26, 1982 (P.L.744, No.203), referred to as the Prothonotary Fee Law, further providing for automation fee for prothonotary's office.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's Prothonotary Fee Law to allow prothonotaries in specific county classes to charge a new automation fee of up to $10 for initiating legal actions. The collected fees must be deposited into a special county fund dedicated solely to funding automation and ongoing technology updates for the prothonotary's office. The fee amount can be increased no more than once every three years, with any increase capped by the percentage change in the national Consumer Price Index. The legislation takes effect 60 days after passage.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes new funding mechanism through automation fees to support prothonotary office technology updates and modernization.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds automation and technology updates for prothonotary office, directly supporting technology infrastructure improvements.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 24, 2026

HR 457: A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study and issue a report on the feasibility of eliminating property taxes for certain seniors in this Commonwealth.

This House Resolution directs the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study whether Pennsylvania could eliminate property taxes for some seniors. The study will examine options like exempting low-income seniors from property taxes, creating a graduated tax scale based on income, and identifying ways to prevent fraud. It also requires the committee to find alternative funding sources for local governments if property tax relief is implemented. The committee must submit its findings to the General Assembly within 120 days. The resolution does not change any laws but initiates a review of potential property tax relief for older Pennsylvanians.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill proposes property tax relief for seniors, providing tax breaks to lower-income groups while requiring alternative funding analysis for local governments.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill studies property tax elimination for seniors, which could increase affordable housing access for elderly populations75% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes Tags Seniors

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