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SB 646

An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, in additional special funds and restricted accounts, establishing the Survivor-Centered, Accessible, Fair and Empowering Housing Trust Fund; and making an interfund transfer.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Amanda Cappelletti and 13 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania creates dedicated housing trust fund for survivors through fiscal code amendment with state interfund transfer to support stable housing access.

Referred to Urban Affairs & Housing
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Bill Summary · SB 646

Legislative bill overview

SB 646 establishes a new "Survivor-Centered, Accessible, Fair and Empowering Housing Trust Fund" in Pennsylvania by amending the state's Fiscal Code. The bill creates a dedicated funding mechanism and includes an interfund transfer to capitalize this new account, which appears designed to address housing needs for survivors (likely of domestic violence, trafficking, or similar circumstances based on the "survivor-centered" language).

Why is this important

Housing instability is a critical barrier for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking seeking to rebuild their lives. Dedicated funding through a trust fund could provide stable, long-term resources for housing programs without relying on annual appropriations, potentially enabling more comprehensive and consistent support services across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding source uncertainty: The bill references "an interfund transfer" but the specific amount, source account, and fiscal impact are not detailed in this summary, making it unclear whether this diverts resources from other state priorities
  • Program specificity: The bill establishes the fund structure but lacks detail on who qualifies as a "survivor," what housing services will be covered, and how funds will be distributed, raising questions about implementation and accessibility
  • Sustainability and scale: Trust funds depend on adequate capitalization; without knowing the transfer amount, it's unclear whether funding will meet actual demand or create underfunded promises

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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