Pennsylvania HB2361 amends municipal consolidation and merger laws, detailing procedures, agreements, and mediation processes.

HB2361 revises Pennsylvania's municipal consolidation and merger laws, focusing on the procedures, agreements, and mediation processes involved. It introduces new definitions, outlines the steps for initiating consolidation or merger, and specifies the roles of advisory committees and governing bodies. The bill mandates the creation of a consolidation or merger agreement, detailing terms for asset disposition, liability assumption, and uniform tax systems. It also provides for mediation if disputes arise and allows for court review of transitional plans.

Pennsylvania HB2361 amends municipal consolidation and merger laws, detailing procedures, agreements, and mediation processes.

HB2361 revises Pennsylvania's municipal consolidation and merger laws, focusing on the procedures, agreements, and mediation processes involved. It introduces new definitions, outlines the steps for initiating consolidation or merger, and specifies the roles of advisory committees and governing bodies. The bill mandates the creation of a consolidation or merger agreement, detailing terms for asset disposition, liability assumption, and uniform tax systems. It also provides for mediation if disputes arise and allows for court review of transitional plans.