HB 2430
An Act establishing the Office of Transformation and Opportunity and the Commonwealth Housing Ombudsman.
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Bill overview
This act establishes two new offices within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: the Office of Transformation and Opportunity and the Commonwealth Housing Ombudsman. The Office of Transformation and Opportunity will focus on facilitating and coordinating economic development projects across state agencies, aiming to attract investment and create jobs. The Housing Ombudsman will coordinate policies and adjudicate disputes related to residential housing development, working with various Commonwealth agencies and local governments. The office will also establish standards for project completion and conduct annual reporting on economic development opportunities.
Key provisions
- Creates the Office of Transformation and Opportunity within the Governor’s Office.
- Establishes the Commonwealth Housing Ombudsman to coordinate housing policies and resolve disputes.
- Requires the Office of Transformation and Opportunity to create a systematic process for managing economic development projects.
- Directs the Housing Ombudsman to track housing development progress and identify permitting hurdles.
- Mandates annual reporting on economic development opportunities by the Office of Transformation and Opportunity.
- Authorizes the Governor to appoint a Chief Transformation and Opportunity Officer.
- Requires Commonwealth agencies to cooperate with both offices.
- The Housing Ombudsman will evaluate opportunities for land acquisition and improvements to the housing supply chain.
Who is affected
- Businesses and economic development organizations
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Benjamin Sanchez
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