SB 205 creates two new funding streams for Pennsylvania highway maintenance: a $5 million annual appropriation from the Motor License Fund to counties starting in 2025, and a 55-mill tax on liquid fuels. Counties can use these funds specifically for constructing and maintaining bridges owned by municipalities within their counties. The bill directly affects local governments by providing dedicated resources for bridge infrastructure, a key need for many communities. It amends Pennsylvania’s vehicle code to redirect existing transportation revenue toward this purpose without changing overall tax rates.
SB 527 amends Pennsylvania's 1965 Local Tax Enabling Act to establish new rules for cities of the first class (like Philadelphia). It prohibits these cities from taxing salaries, wages, or commissions earned by nonresident workers who perform all duties outside city limits, and limits taxation to work done within the city. The bill requires the state to deduct city taxes from public employees' pay and remit them to the city, while also creating a reimbursement process for non-resident workers who overpay city taxes on income earned within the city. These changes directly affect cities, nonresident workers, and public employers in first-class cities.
Senate Resolution 82 adopts a temporary rule for the Senate regarding amendments to appropriation bills for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025. This rule dictates that any amendment proposing a change in spending from the budget reported by the Appropriations Committee must not increase the total spending and must result in a balanced budget. Such amendments are only permitted on second or third consideration, and a "statement of intent" is required for amendments affecting multiple appropriation bills.
Senate Bill 163 proposes to appropriate funds for the operation of the Office of Small Business Advocate within the Department of Community and Economic Development. It allocates $2,262,000 from a restricted revenue account within the General Fund. This funding is specifically designated to support the office's operations for the fiscal year from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, enabling it to continue its work assisting small businesses.
SB 167 is an act that appropriates funds for the Philadelphia Parking Authority. It allocates $2,269,000 from the Philadelphia Taxicab and Limousine Regulatory Fund to the Authority. This funding is designated for the fiscal year spanning July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.
SB 162 is an appropriations bill that allocates funds from the Workmen's Compensation Administration Fund for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. It provides $87,302,000 to the Department of Labor and Industry to cover expenses for administering the Workers' Compensation Act and The Pennsylvania Occupational Disease Act. Additionally, the bill appropriates $550,000 to the Office of Small Business Advocate within the Department of Community and Economic Development for its operations. These funds also cover any unpaid bills incurred at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
SB 427, known as the General Appropriation Act of 2025, provides funding from the state's General Fund for the expenses of various agencies within the Executive Department. This bill allocates money for salaries, services, goods, and other operational costs for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025. It also covers any outstanding bills incurred by these agencies from the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. For example, it designates $34 million to the Department of Agriculture for agricultural preparedness and response. Unspent funds generally lapse at the close of the fiscal year.
SB 166 is an appropriations bill that allocates funds for the operational expenses of the State Employees' Retirement Board. It appropriates $39,795,000 from the State Employees' Retirement Fund and $5,979,000 from the SERS Defined Contribution Fund. These funds are designated to cover salaries, travel, contractual services, and other costs necessary for the board to manage state employee retirement plans. The appropriations apply to the fiscal year from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and also cover any unpaid bills from the prior fiscal year.
SB 429, known as the General Appropriation Act of 2025, allocates funds from the state's General Fund to cover expenses for various agencies within the Executive Department. This bill provides appropriations for salaries, services, and goods for the fiscal year spanning July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and also addresses outstanding bills from the previous fiscal year. For example, it specifically appropriates $11,921,000 to the Department of Human Services for rape crisis programs. Any unspent funds from these appropriations will lapse at the close of the fiscal year on June 30, 2026.
SB 430, known as the General Appropriation Act of 2025, allocates state funds for the operating expenses of various agencies within the Executive Department. It covers the fiscal year from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and also provides for the payment of outstanding bills from the prior fiscal year. The funding is designated for expenses such as employee salaries, contractual services, and the purchase of goods and equipment necessary for these agencies to perform their duties. For example, it includes specific funding for programs like domestic violence initiatives under the Department of Human Services. Any unspent funds from these allocations will lapse at the end of the fiscal year.
