HB921

In general powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare, providing for Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program; and making an editorial change.

Introduced·3/17/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB921 establishes the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program to help eligible individuals with overdue water or wastewater bills.

Pennsylvania HB921 amends the Human Services Code to establish the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program. The Department of Public Welfare, in consultation with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, will administer the program. It aims to assist eligible individuals with overdue water or wastewater bills. Eligible individuals must own or rent a home in Pennsylvania, be financially responsible for their water or wastewater bills, and meet certain income guidelines. The program allows grants to prevent service terminations, pay past-due bills, and restore terminated services.

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Current
In committee
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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

House Consumer Protection, Technology And Utilities: Report Bill As Committed

17 Yea

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9 Nay

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Calendar

May 6, 2025

10:00 AM

Consumer Protection, Technology And Utilities (h) Hearing

History

May 6, 2025

House

Reported as committed

May 6, 2025

House

First consideration

May 6, 2025

House

Laid on the table