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HB 2468

An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, in Agriculture Innovation Grant Program, further providing for funding.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lisa Borowski and 17 co-sponsors

The bill would increase and clarify funding for Pennsylvania’s Agriculture Innovation Grant Program to expand support for farm-focused technological and sustainable innovation.

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Bill Summary · HB 2468

Summary of HB 2468 (Session 2025-2026) – Pennsylvania

Overview

HB 2468 proposes amendments to The Fiscal Code (Act of April 9, 1929, P.L.343, No.176) to modify and potentially expand funding for the Agriculture Innovation Grant Program. The bill aims to adjust funding levels and related administrative provisions to support innovative agricultural initiatives within Pennsylvania.

Purpose and Intent

  • To enhance the funding framework for the Agriculture Innovation Grant Program as part of The Fiscal Code.
  • To support innovation in agriculture, including technologies, practices, and initiatives that promote productivity, sustainability, and economic development in the agricultural sector.

Key Provisions (Proposed changes)

While the bill text is not provided here, the typical scope of amendments to the Fiscal Code regarding a grant program generally includes:
- Revisions to annual or multi-year funding allocations for the Agriculture Innovation Grant Program.
- Clarification of eligible applicants and project types (e.g., farms, agribusinesses, research institutions, non-profits, extensions services).
- Modifications to grant administration, including application timelines, scoring criteria, and approval processes.
- Preconditions or matching requirements for grant awards (e.g., minimum match from recipients, in-kind contributions).
- Reporting and accountability measures, including outcomes reporting, metrics for success, and audit provisions.
- Allocation mechanisms (e.g., general funds, state-specific funding streams, or appropriations adjustments) and potential sunset or review dates.
- Compliance with other state programs or co-funding arrangements with federal or private partners.

Note: The exact text would specify the new funding amounts, percentage allocations, or caps, as well as any procedural deadlines or governance changes.

Who Would Be Affected

  • Agricultural producers, including farms and agribusinesses seeking funding for innovative practices or technologies.
  • Research institutions and extension services partnering with the agricultural sector.
  • Non-profit organizations and industry associations that support farm innovation.
  • Local and state agencies administering the grant program.
  • Taxpayer and budget planning stakeholders due to changes in Fiscal Code appropriations.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

  • The bill would amend the Fiscal Code, signaling changes in state spending and budgeting for the Agriculture Innovation Grant Program.
  • Potentially introduces new application cycles, reporting deadlines, and evaluation timelines aligned with the revised funding structure.
  • If the bill includes sunset or periodic review provisions, there would be scheduled reevaluations of program effectiveness and continued funding needs.

Potential Impacts

  • Increased funding for agriculture-focused innovation could accelerate adoption of technology, sustainability practices, and value-added products.
  • Clearer eligibility and reporting requirements may improve program transparency and accountability.
  • Changes to matching requirements or funding caps could influence the scale and type of projects pursued by applicants.
  • Budgetary implications for the state depend on the enacted funding levels and any offsets or reallocations within The Fiscal Code.

Sponsors

  • Primary and co-sponsors include: Christina Sappey, La'Tasha Mayes, Danielle Otten, Tarik Khan, Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz, Maureen Madden, Darisha Parker, Justin Fleming, Ben Sanchez, Bob Merski, Eddie Pashinski, Joe Ciresi, Carol Hill-Evans, Nancy Guenst, Manny Guzman, Sean Dougherty, Lisa Borowski, and Paul Takac.

If you would like, I can tailor this summary to include specific dollar amounts, deadlines, or eligibility criteria once the exact bill text is available.

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

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