SB848

In organization of departmental administrative boards and commissions and of advisory boards and commissions, further providing for State Planning Board.

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Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB848 amends the State Planning Board's composition and quorum requirements.

Pennsylvania SB848 amends the State Planning Board's composition by increasing the number of members from fifteen to sixteen. It specifies that fourteen members constitute a quorum. The bill also revises the appointment process, requiring the Governor to appoint fifteen members from state residents, while the President pro tempore of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives each appoint two members from different political parties. The bill takes effect in 60 days.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

199 Yea

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2 Nay

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Calendar

Mar 24

10:00 AM

State Government (h) Hearing

Oct 28, 2025

12:00 AM

Appropriations (s) Hearing

History

May 6

Senate

Approved by the Governor

May 6

Senate

Act No. 15 of 2026

Apr 27

House

Signed in House