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HB 1154

An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, in general budget implementation, further providing for Department of Health.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz and 15 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania HB 1154 amends the Fiscal Code to adjust Department of Health's budget and operations as part of general budget implementation.

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Bill Summary · HB 1154

Legislative bill overview

HB 1154 is a budget implementation bill that amends Pennsylvania's Fiscal Code to make adjustments to the Department of Health's budget and operations. The bill was recently referred to the Health Committee and appears to be part of the state's regular budget reconciliation process for the Department of Health.

Why is this important

Budget implementation bills directly affect the resources, programs, and services available through state health agencies, which can impact public health initiatives, healthcare access, and disease prevention efforts across Pennsylvania. These bills often contain technical corrections, funding adjustments, or operational changes that may not receive as much public scrutiny as standalone legislation but can have significant practical effects.

Potential points of contention

  • The bill's specific amendments are not detailed in the available information, making it difficult to identify what exact changes are being proposed or their fiscal implications
  • Budget implementation bills sometimes contain provisions beyond simple funding adjustments, which could affect regulatory authority or program scope
  • Without knowing the funding amounts or program changes, it's unclear whether the Department of Health is receiving increased, decreased, or reallocated resources

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

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