HB817

In taxation by school districts, further providing for public referendum requirements for increasing certain taxes.

Introduced·3/5/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB817 amends tax referendum requirements for school districts, prohibiting department approval for districts granted exceptions for two.

Pennsylvania HB817 amends the Taxpayer Relief Act to modify public referendum requirements for increasing certain taxes by school districts. Specifically, it prohibits the department from approving a school district's request if the district was granted an exception for the preceding two fiscal years. This change aims to ensure that school districts adhere to the established tax increase procedures.

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History

Mar 5, 2025

House

Referred to Finance