Budget & Taxes

passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 25, 2025

HB 1610: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for definitions and for income taxes imposed by other states and providing for provisions for overtime pay; in corporate net income tax, further providing for definitions, for determination of net loss deduction, for imposition of tax, for reports and payment of tax, for timely mailing treated as timely filing and payment and for additional withholding requirements, repealing provisions relating to consolidated reports, further providing for extension of time to file reports, for changes made by Federal Government, for limitations on assessments, for definitions, for manufacturing innovation and reinvestment deduction, for enforcement, rules and regulations, inquisitorial powers of the department, for retention of records and for penalties; in tax credit and tax benefit administration, further providing for definitions and providing for application of tax credits or tax benefits to a unitary business; providing for working Pennsylvanians tax credit; and, in general provisions, further providing for estimated tax, for underpayment of estimated tax and for restatement of tax liability under treaties.

HB 1610 amends Pennsylvania's corporate tax rules to change how businesses with multiple related entities (unitary businesses) calculate their state tax liability. Starting in 2026, these businesses will determine Pennsylvania tax based on their total sales within the state relative to their nationwide sales, using a new "water's-edge" apportionment method. The bill specifically revises definitions and tax calculation rules for corporations, including adjustments to how income from intercompany transactions is treated and how nonbusiness income is allocated. This primarily affects large corporations operating across state lines as unified business groups. The changes aim to align Pennsylvania's tax calculation with federal reporting requirements for such entities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill amends corporate tax rules with 'water's-edge' apportionment and adds Working Pennsylvanians tax credit, promoting fiscal responsibility and tax relief for workers.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Income Tax Tax Credits

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jan 22, 2025

HB 275: An Act providing for grants to subsidize home ownership; establishing the Pennsylvania Affordable Homeownership Subsidy Program; imposing duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development; and providing for report to General Assembly.

HB 275 establishes the Pennsylvania Affordable Homeownership Subsidy Program to help low-to-moderate-income households buy homes. It provides grants (capped at $125,000 per county applicant) for specific projects like homebuyer assistance, property acquisition, and homeownership education, targeting households earning 60%-120% of the area median income (as defined by HUD). The Department of Community and Economic Development will administer the program, set application guidelines, and submit annual reports to the General Assembly on program outcomes. The bill requires sufficient state funding to activate the program, with an effective date 180 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesState allocates funds via new homeownership subsidy program targeting low-income households, increasing public spending on housing assistance.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingHB 275 creates a grant program (capped at $125k/county) to subsidize home purchases for low-to-moderate-income households (60-120% AMI), directly advancing affordable housing access through funding and homeownership assistance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Homeownership Housing Finance

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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Feb 26, 2025

SB 286: An Act making appropriations from a restricted revenue account within the General Fund and from Federal augmentation funds to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.

SB 286 provides $95.3 million in state funds and specific federal funds to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) for its 2025-2026 operations. It allocates state funds for the PUC’s general salaries and administration, plus $4.7 million for natural gas pipeline safety enforcement, $500,000 for motor carrier safety, and $2.5 million for an energy transmission program under the Inflation Reduction Act. The bill ensures these federal funds cannot be reimbursed to utility companies. It directly affects the PUC’s ability to regulate utilities and enforce safety rules during the 2025-2026 fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $95.3M in state/federal funds to PUC for operations, safety enforcement, and energy programs, strengthening public utility oversight funding within state budget framework.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAllocates $2.5M for energy transmission program under Inflation Reduction Act, directly funding clean energy infrastructure as part of federal climate initiative.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAllocates $2.5M for Inflation Reduction Act energy transmission program and $4.7M for natural gas pipeline safety, aligning with environmental protection goals.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates $500K for motor carrier safety (vehicle regulations) and $4.7M for pipeline safety, directly enhancing transportation safety standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Oil & Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Utility Regulation

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Apr 11, 2025

HB 411: An Act amending Titles 24 (Education) and 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in membership, contributions and benefits, providing for supplemental annuity commencing 2025; and, in benefits, providing for supplemental annuity commencing 2025.

HB 411 adds a new supplemental annuity for eligible Pennsylvania state retirees, starting July 2025. It applies to retirees who retired before July 2, 2001, have specific service credit (excluding certain classifications), and are receiving monthly payments on July 1, 2025. The amount equals a percentage (ranging from 15% to 24.5%) of their July 2025 monthly annuity, based on their retirement date. The benefit is paid automatically unless retirees opt out, and the cost will be funded over 10 years starting July 2026. This bill does not apply to survivors or retirees with certain service types.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill funds supplemental retirement benefits for state retirees, increasing government spending. This aligns with 'funds essential programs' indicator under Budget & Taxes.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Pensions

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Aug 10, 2025

HB 1791: An Act establishing the Climate Emergency Basic Income Program and the Emergency Stabilization Fund; and imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry and the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency.

HB 1791 would create two new state programs: a Climate Emergency Basic Income Program to provide direct financial assistance to individuals affected by climate-related disasters, and an Emergency Stabilization Fund to support community recovery efforts. The bill requires the Department of Labor and Industry to administer the basic income program and the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency to manage the stabilization fund. These programs would activate during declared climate emergencies to provide immediate economic relief and community stabilization. The legislation outlines specific duties for both agencies to ensure timely implementation of these support measures.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates new state programs requiring funding for climate disaster relief and community recovery, directly advancing government spending on public services.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCreates climate disaster relief programs directly tied to climate emergencies in title/summary, providing financial assistance for climate-related impacts.85% confidence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1094: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for historic homeownership preservation incentive tax credit; imposing duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development and the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission; and establishing the Historic Homeowner Preservation Tax Credit Administration Fund.

HB 1094 creates a new tax credit for homeowners who rehabilitate historic properties in economically distressed areas of Pennsylvania. It directly affects homeowners who own and occupy as their primary residence certified historic properties located in designated "qualified census tracts" (areas at or below state median income or qualified opportunity zones). The credit covers qualified rehabilitation costs like structural repairs and exterior work, excluding property acquisition, interior improvements, or building expansions. The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and Department of Community and Economic Development will administer the program and manage a dedicated fund to support the credit.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit for homeowners in distressed areas, providing tax relief for lower-income residents rehabilitating historic properties per Tax Reform Code amendment.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates tax credit for rehabilitating historic homes in distressed areas, preserving affordable housing stock in low-income census tracts.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Historic Preservation Homeownership Property Development

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 9, 2026

HB 1113: An Act establishing the Office of New Pennsylvanians and providing for its powers and duties; establishing the Office of New Pennsylvanians Restricted Account; and establishing the Advisory Committee to Office of New Pennsylvanians and providing for its powers, duties and membership.

HB 1113 proposes creating a new state office dedicated to supporting immigrants and newcomers in Pennsylvania, along with a dedicated funding account to support its work. The bill also establishes an advisory committee to guide the office's efforts, specifying its membership and responsibilities. This office would directly assist new residents, including immigrants, by providing resources and coordination. Key provisions include defining the office's duties, managing the restricted funding account, and outlining the committee's role in advising state officials. The bill aims to create a centralized state resource for newcomers but remains in early committee stages with no voting action taken.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates dedicated Restricted Account for new immigrant services office, allocating state budget funds to support program operations.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationCreates dedicated office and funding for immigrant services, explicitly assisting 'new residents, including immigrants' with resources and coordination.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Immigrant Services

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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 168: An Act making appropriations from a restricted revenue account within the General Fund and from Federal augmentation funds to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.

Senate Bill 168 proposes to allocate funds to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) for its operations during the fiscal year from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The bill appropriates $88,386,000 in state funds for the PUC's general expenses, including salaries and the Bureau of Safety and Enforcement. Additionally, it designates $7,716,000 in federal augmentation funds for specific programs such as Natural Gas Pipeline Safety, Motor Carrier Safety, and the IRA - Transmission Siting Program. These appropriations aim to ensure the PUC has the necessary resources to carry out its regulatory functions and enforce safety standards.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $88M state and $7.7M federal funds to PUC for operations/safety programs, directly funding public utility regulation under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAllocates federal funds for IRA - Transmission Siting, supporting clean energy infrastructure and renewable energy development through PUC programs.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates $88M state + $7.7M federal funds to PUC for Motor Carrier Safety and pipeline safety programs, directly enhancing transportation safety infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Oil & Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Utility Regulation

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 10, 2025

HB 834: An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, in procedure, further providing for access.

HB 834 requires all Pennsylvania public agencies (including state, local, judicial, and legislative bodies) to post monthly financial disbursement records online by the end of each month. Agencies must also certify quarterly to the Auditor General that all prior quarter records are publicly available. The Auditor General will conduct periodic audits to verify compliance, and individuals can sue agencies for violations to obtain court-ordered corrections, with potential recovery of attorney fees. This bill directly affects how public funds are disclosed, making monthly spending data immediately accessible to the public rather than requiring annual reports.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesPromotes fiscal transparency in government spending through mandatory public financial disclosure, aligning with fiscal responsibility indicators.85% confidence

Tags Government Transparency

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Sep 29, 2025

HB 1887: An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing the Safe Communities Grant Program and the Safe Communities Grant Program Fund; and imposing duties on the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency.

HB 1887 creates a new Safe Communities Grant Program and a dedicated fund under Pennsylvania law to support community safety initiatives. The bill establishes the program within Title 35 (Health and Safety) statutes and assigns responsibilities to the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) for administering the grants. Local governments, community organizations, or other eligible entities would directly receive funding through this program to address specific safety needs. The key mechanism is the creation of a state-administered grant program with dedicated funding, rather than changing existing laws or policies. The bill is currently in the Judiciary committee for review.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates dedicated fund for community safety grants, allocating state resources to public safety programs through new appropriations.95% confidence

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