SB789

In Commonwealth budget procedures, providing for general appropriation bill.

Introduced·6/3/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB789 establishes a fallback budget if the general appropriation bill is not enacted by June 30.

Pennsylvania SB789 amends the Administrative Code of 1929 to ensure a fallback budget if the general appropriation bill is not enacted by the constitutional deadline of June 30. Under this bill, the Commonwealth would maintain state appropriations at 80% of the amounts specified in the general appropriation act for the most recent fiscal year. This provision aims to ensure continued funding for essential services and operations in the event of a delayed budget.

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State Government Committee
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History

Jun 3, 2025

Senate

Referred to State Government