A Resolution adopting a temporary rule of the Senate relating solely to amendments to the General Appropriation Bill and other appropriation bills for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, including any amendments offered to or for supplemental appropriations for prior fiscal years.
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Overview
This Senate Resolution establishes a temporary rule for the Senate regarding amendments to the General Appropriation Bill and other appropriation bills for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026. Specifically, amendments proposing changes to spending levels must demonstrate a balanced budget and include a ‘statement of intent’ detailing how other appropriation bills will be adjusted to achieve this balance. The rule also outlines a process for suspending the rule and specifies that it will expire when a General Appropriation Act is enacted.
Key provisions
- Floor amendments to the General Appropriation Bill or other appropriation bills are only in order on second or third consideration.
- Amendments proposing spending changes must not result in a net increase to total spending and must balance the budget.
- Amendments requiring changes to multiple bills must include a ‘statement of intent’ detailing the adjustments to other bills.
- The Legislative Reference Bureau must append a ‘statement of intent’ to amendments involving multiple bills.
- The Senate may temporarily suspend this rule with a majority vote.
- This rule expires upon enactment of a General Appropriation Act for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026.
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- Pennsylvania State Legislature
- Members of the Senate
- Appropriations Committee
- Legislative Reference Bureau
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