HB 2484
An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in Commonwealth budget procedures, providing for budget enactment.
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Bill overview
This bill modifies Pennsylvania’s budget procedures by establishing a requirement for the General Assembly to remain in session during the last days of a fiscal year if a general appropriation bill has not been enacted. The goal is to ensure that a budget is enacted before the fiscal year ends, preventing a lapse in funding.
Key provisions
- The General Assembly must remain in session weekdays (excluding holidays) until a general appropriation bill is enacted.
- This applies to the subsequent fiscal year.
- The amendment targets the Administrative Code of 1929, specifically Section 613.1.
- The bill addresses budget enactment procedures.
- It clarifies the Assembly’s obligation during a fiscal year without a budget.
- The act takes effect immediately.
Who is affected
- The General Assembly of Pennsylvania
- State government agencies
- Pennsylvania taxpayers
Notable changes
- Creates a mandatory session requirement for the General Assembly to pass a budget if one isn't enacted by the fiscal year's end.
- This is a change to existing budget procedures established in 1929.
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Cosponsors
Danielle Friel Otten
Darisha K. Parker
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