Budget & Taxes (State Budget)

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 427: An Act to provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of certain agencies of the Executive Department 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.

SB 427, known as the General Appropriation Act of 2025, provides funding from the state's General Fund for the expenses of various agencies within the Executive Department. This bill allocates money for salaries, services, goods, and other operational costs for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025. It also covers any outstanding bills incurred by these agencies from the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. For example, it designates $34 million to the Department of Agriculture for agricultural preparedness and response. Unspent funds generally lapse at the close of the fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates General Fund money for agency expenses, directly funding state operations and fiscal management as part of budget process.95% confidence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Oct 28, 2025

HB 1977: An Act to provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of certain agencies of the Executive Department 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.

HB 1977 provides funding from the state's General Fund to cover the operating expenses of specific state agencies for the 2025-2026 fiscal year (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026), including bills from the previous year that were unpaid as of June 30, 2025. It directly affects state agencies within the Executive Department that rely on this annual budget allocation for their day-to-day operations. The bill establishes the specific monetary amounts allocated to each agency for their fiscal year expenses, ensuring they have the necessary resources to function. This is a standard budget bill, not a policy change affecting the public or businesses.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates General Fund appropriations to cover agency operating expenses and unpaid bills for 2025-2026 fiscal year, directly supporting budget execution and fiscal management.95% confidence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Oct 28, 2025

HB 1978: An Act to provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of certain agencies of the Executive Department 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.

HB 1978 is a budget bill that allocates funding from the state's General Fund to cover the operating expenses of specific Executive Department agencies for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. It also includes provisions for paying bills incurred but unpaid as of June 30, 2025. This bill directly affects state agencies receiving these appropriations to cover their routine operations. The bill is currently pending in the Appropriations Committee after recent committee actions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesFunds agency operations via General Fund appropriations, supporting fiscal management and budget execution for state agencies.95% confidence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Oct 28, 2025

HB 1979: An Act to provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of certain agencies of the Executive Department 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.

HB 1979 is a funding bill that allocates money from the state's General Fund to cover operating expenses for specific executive branch agencies during the 2025-2026 fiscal year (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). It also directs payment for bills incurred but unpaid by the end of the prior fiscal year (June 30, 2025). The bill directly affects the designated state agencies that rely on this funding to operate, without changing any laws or policies. This is a routine budgetary measure to ensure agencies have necessary financial resources.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates General Fund money to cover agency expenses and unpaid bills, ensuring continued operations without tax changes or policy shifts.95% confidence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 16, 2025

HB 1609: An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in Commonwealth budget procedures, providing for essential service payments during budget impasse.

HB 1609 amends Pennsylvania's 1929 Administrative Code to ensure essential state services continue operating during a budget impasse, directly affecting state employees and residents reliant on those services. The bill requires the state to make payments for essential services (like public safety, utilities, and healthcare) even if the legislature fails to pass a full budget. This creates a specific mechanism to prevent service disruptions by mandating continued funding for critical operations during budget gaps.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEnsures continued funding for essential services during budget impasse, directly aligning with funding essential programs.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates essential service payments including healthcare during budget impasse, ensuring continued funding and preventing disruption of healthcare services.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates continued payments to state employees providing essential services (public safety, healthcare) during budget impasses, protecting their income and job security.90% confidence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 430: An Act to provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of certain agencies of the Executive Department 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.

SB 430, known as the General Appropriation Act of 2025, allocates state funds for the operating expenses of various agencies within the Executive Department. It covers the fiscal year from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and also provides for the payment of outstanding bills from the prior fiscal year. The funding is designated for expenses such as employee salaries, contractual services, and the purchase of goods and equipment necessary for these agencies to perform their duties. For example, it includes specific funding for programs like domestic violence initiatives under the Department of Human Services. Any unspent funds from these allocations will lapse at the end of the fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates state funds for agency operations, fulfilling budgetary obligations without cuts or tax changes, directly advancing fiscal management and funding essential services.95% confidence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 12, 2025

HB 2027: An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, in general budget implementation, further providing for executive offices.

HB 2027 creates a new "Public Sector Workplace Safety Equipment Account" within Pennsylvania's General Fund to purchase safety equipment for state employees in high-risk jobs. It directs the Secretary of the Budget to transfer up to $3.8 million in unspent funds from previous years (for agencies under the Governor's jurisdiction) to this account by October 1, 2025. The funds will specifically cover lift kits for healthcare workers handling patients and postural support devices for construction workers, targeting state agencies operating nursing facilities, disability care facilities, and highway construction projects. The bill requires transparency through public notices and committee notifications before any transfer occurs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRedirects $3.8M unspent funds to fund safety equipment for state employees, promoting fiscal responsibility through reallocation of existing budget resources.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $3.8M for safety equipment (lift kits, postural devices) specifically for healthcare workers handling patients, directly funding workforce safety in healthcare settings.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentCreates dedicated fund for safety equipment in high-risk jobs, directly improving workplace safety standards for state workers.95% confidence

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signed · Pennsylvania · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 1332: An Act providing for the capital budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 and for limitation on redevelopment assistance capital projects; and making a repeal.

HB 1332 is a state budget bill that allocates funding for capital projects (like infrastructure and public buildings) during fiscal year 2025-2026. It specifically limits the amount of state redevelopment assistance capital funds that can be used for certain projects, replacing previous funding rules. This bill directly affects state agencies managing capital projects and local governments receiving redevelopment funds. The law became effective immediately upon the governor's approval on November 19, 2025 (Act No. 48 of 2025).

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds for capital projects (infrastructure, public buildings) in FY2025-2026 with a specific limitation on redevelopment assistance, directly supporting budget allocation and fiscal management.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

signed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 27, 2025

HB 1420: 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.

HB 1420 provides funding from a designated restricted revenue account within the state's General Fund to the Office of Consumer Advocate, which operates under the Office of the Attorney General. This bill directly supports the Office of Consumer Advocate’s existing work representing consumers in disputes with utilities, insurance, and other regulated services. The key provision is a specific financial appropriation to ensure the office has resources to handle consumer complaints and investigations. As a funding measure, it does not create new laws or alter consumer rights but allocates existing state funds to a specific agency. (This is a procedural funding bill, so the summary is concise as required.)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates existing funds from General Fund to Office of Consumer Advocate, strengthening public service funding for consumer protection services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 164: 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.

SB 164 allocates $6,752,000 from a dedicated state fund to the Office of Consumer Advocate (OCA). This funding is specifically for the OCA's operations during the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026. The Office of Consumer Advocate works within the Office of Attorney General to represent the interests of consumers. Therefore, this bill directly affects the OCA by providing its operational budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $6.75M from restricted revenue to fund OCA operations, directly advancing public service budgeting within fiscal management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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