This bill allocates state funding to support the operation of Pennsylvania's professional licensure boards and the State Athletic Commission for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It provides $68.4 million from the Professional Licensure Augmentation Account to the Department of State's Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs, along with separate restricted funds totaling approximately $13.5 million for the State Boards of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine, Podiatry, and the State Athletic Commission. The legislation ensures these organizations have the necessary resources to carry out their licensing and regulatory functions without treating these funds as general government appropriations.
This bill establishes Pennsylvania's capital budget for fiscal year 2026-2027, setting specific spending limits on public infrastructure projects. It authorizes up to $1.2 billion for building and structure improvements, $20 million for furniture and equipment, $100 million for transportation assistance, and $325 million for redevelopment assistance, with no funding allocated for flood control projects. The bill directly affects state agencies responsible for managing these capital projects and requires repayment of any debt incurred through the General Fund or applicable special funds. It takes effect immediately upon introduction.
This bill allocates $7,805,000 from a restricted revenue account in Pennsylvania's General Fund to the Office of Consumer Advocate within the Office of Attorney General. The funding is designated to support the office's operations for the fiscal year running from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. The appropriation takes effect on July 1, 2026, or immediately, whichever occurs later. This measure provides financial resources to enable the office to continue its consumer protection activities without changing its existing functions or responsibilities.
This bill allocates state funding to four Pennsylvania universities - the Pennsylvania State University, University of Pittsburgh, Temple University, and Lincoln University - for the fiscal year 2026-2027. It establishes that payments will be made monthly based on estimated costs submitted by each university, and requires these institutions to maintain detailed records of how funds are spent. The Auditor General is tasked with reviewing expenditure reports, auditing spending against permitted purposes, and recovering any misused funds. Additionally, the bill places specific restrictions on how the University of Pittsburgh may use its appropriation, prohibiting funds for an environmental law clinic and limiting usage to instruction and student-related services.
This bill allocates state and federal funding to Pennsylvania government agencies for the fiscal year 2026-2027, including money for the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial branches, public schools, and unpaid bills from the previous fiscal year. It distributes funds from the General Fund, special funds, and federal sources to specific departments such as the Governor's office, courts, schools, health services, and transportation agencies. The legislation also includes additional appropriations for the 2025-2026 fiscal year to cover remaining unpaid bills from that period.
This bill allocates $2,235,000 from a restricted revenue account within Pennsylvania's General Fund to the Office of Small Business Advocate in the Department of Community and Economic Development. The funding is intended to support the operational expenses of the office for the fiscal year running from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. The appropriation takes effect on July 1, 2026, or immediately, whichever occurs later. This measure provides financial resources to help the office carry out its existing functions without adding new programs or changing its responsibilities.
This bill creates a new funding mechanism for Pennsylvania school districts and charter schools to cover extraordinary special education expenses for students with disabilities. It allocates one percent of the state special education appropriation annually from 2016-2017 through 2025-2026, then increases this to two percent starting in 2026-2027, with specific rules for how funds are distributed based on student enrollment duration and expense levels. The legislation covers costs for specialized services including transportation, therapy, and mobility training, while establishing caps and prioritization rules to ensure equitable distribution across districts.
This bill establishes Pennsylvania's capital budget for fiscal year 2026-2027, authorizing state agencies to spend money on public improvements, equipment, transportation, flood control, and other infrastructure projects. It allows the Department of General Services and other agencies to incur debt or use current revenues to fund these projects without needing voter approval. The legislation provides specific funding amounts for various initiatives, including agricultural facilities, flood control measures, and manufacturing projects, with detailed cost estimates for each.
This bill allocates state gaming funds to four Pennsylvania agencies for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, including money to cover unpaid bills from the previous year. It distributes specific amounts from restricted gaming revenue accounts to the Attorney General, Department of Revenue, Pennsylvania State Police, and Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board to cover salaries, wages, and operational expenses related to gaming oversight and enforcement. The legislation also prohibits transferring funds between these specific appropriations and takes effect on July 1, 2026.
SB 1163 provides $2,235,000 in funding from a restricted revenue account to the Office of Small Business Advocate within Pennsylvania's Department of Community and Economic Development. The bill allocates these funds specifically to cover the office's operational costs for the fiscal year 2026-2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). This funding supports the office's existing role in assisting small businesses, though it does not create new programs or change current policies. The appropriation is a routine budgetary action, directly affecting the office's ability to function during the specified period.
