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, 2026, to June 30, 2027.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill allocates funds to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. The appropriations come from both a restricted revenue account within the General Fund and from Federal augmentation funds. These funds will support the PUC's operations, including salaries, expenses, and enforcement of natural gas pipeline safety regulations.
Key provisions
- Allocates funds from the General Fund.
- Allocates funds from Federal augmentation funds.
- Provides funding for the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission's operations.
- Funds salaries, wages, and expenses for the PUC, its commissioners, and the Bureau of Safety and Enforcement.
- Specifically earmarks funds for Natural Gas Pipeline Safety enforcement.
Who is affected
- Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission
- Pennsylvania Utilities
- Consumers of Utility Services in Pennsylvania
- Federal Government
- Natural Gas Industry
Notable changes
- Specifies the funding sources for the PUC's operations.
- Includes dedicated funds for Natural Gas Pipeline Safety enforcement.
Fiscal impact
The bill appropriates $98,102,000 from the General Fund and $5,383,000 from Federal augmentation funds to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission.
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsor
G. Roni Green
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