HB2361

In alteration of territory or corporate entity and dissolution, further providing for definitions, for procedure for consolidation or merger, for joint agreement of governing bodies, for initiative of electors seeking consolidation or merger with new home rule charter and for conduct of referenda, repealing provisions relating to consolidation or merger agreement, providing for advisory committee, consolidation or merger agreement and mediation, further providing for effectuation of consolidation or merger, for procedures and for court review of transitional plan and providing for extension of deadlines and for grant qualification.

Chamber Passed·6/3/26

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.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 37–0 · Jun 3
Current
Local Government Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

201 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Apr 29

10:00 AM

Local Government (h) Hearing

History

Jun 5

Senate

Referred to Local Government

Jun 3

House

Re-reported as committed

Jun 3

House

Third consideration and final passage (201-0)