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HB 2367

An Act amending the act of February 9, 1999 (P.L.1, No.1), known as the Capital Facilities Debt Enabling Act, in capital facilities, further providing for definitions and repealing provisions relating to appropriation for and limitation on redevelopment assistance capital projects.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Heather Boyd and 17 co-sponsors

HB 2367 broadens Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program funding by allowing RACP use for housing development and repealing certain spending restrictions.

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Bill Summary · HB 2367

Overview

House Bill 2367 (HB 2367) of the 2025-2026 Pennsylvania General Assembly would amend the Capital Facilities Debt Enabling Act (Act of February 9, 1999, P.L.1, No.1). The bill focuses on capital facilities definitions and repeals provisions relating to appropriation for and limitation on redevelopment assistance capital projects (RACP). A principal policy element is authorizing the use of RACP for housing development.

  • Principal sponsor: Representative Heather Boyd (and a list of co-sponsors from the House Democratic Caucus).
  • Latest actions: Referred to the House Housing & Community Development Committee (April 8, 2026); reported as committed and first considered (April 13, 2026); laid on the table (April 13, 2026).

Purpose and Intent

  • Aligns the Capital Facilities Debt Enabling Act with expanded use of Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) funds.
  • Specifically authorizes or facilitates the use of RACP for housing development projects, extending the program’s reach beyond existing limitations.
  • Repeals or repeals-related provisions that restrict appropriations for and limitations on redevelopment assistance capital projects, potentially broadening the scope and flexibility of RACP funding decisions.

Key Provisions and Changes (as proposed)

  • Amendments to the Capital Facilities Debt Enabling Act to refine or expand definitions related to capital facilities.
  • Repeal provisions that either:
    • limit redevelopment assistance capital project appropriations, or
    • impose specific restrictions on RACP spending.
  • Add or clarify authority to use RACP funds for housing development projects, potentially enabling more affordable or market-rate housing initiatives funded via RACP debt or grants.
  • Administrative and procedural adjustments likely accompany definitional changes (e.g., how projects are identified, funded, reported, and overseen).

Note: The bill’s text indicates focus on definitions within capital facilities and the repeal of certain RACP-related limitations. The exact definitional changes and the precise scope of repealed provisions would be in the bill’s full text.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • State and local governments: Agencies responsible for capital projects and housing development could access RACP funds for housing initiatives under expanded authority.
  • Housing developers and municipalities: Potentially greater financing flexibility for housing projects, including mixed-income or affordable housing, through RACP funding.
  • Taxpayer considerations: RACP impacts debt issuance, project funding mix, and long-term fiscal commitments; changes could affect how redevelopment dollars are allocated and repaid.
  • Oversight and reporting: Committee action suggests continued or enhanced governance around which projects qualify for RACP support and how funds are tracked.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Committee referral: Housing & Community Development (April 8, 2026).
  • Committee action: Reported as committed with a favorable (14 yes, 12 no) vote on April 13, 2026.
  • Legislative status: First consideration and subsequent disposition on April 13, 2026; laid on the table the same day, indicating the bill is not yet enacted but is being considered for potential advancement.
  • Next steps: If reactivated, the bill would move through additional readings and potential floor votes, then to the Senate for consideration, and ultimately to the Governor for signature or veto.

Summary Assessment

HB 2367 seeks to modernize and broaden the use of Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program funding by refining capital facilities definitions and repealing restrictive provisions on RACP appropriations. Its core aim is to enable housing development using RACP funds, potentially facilitating more housing projects funded through redevelopment dollars. The measure has undergone committee scrutiny with a favorable report, but as of the latest actions, it remains pending further legislative action.

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

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