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SB 971

An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, in auditors and accountants, further providing for completion, filing and publication of annual township report and financial statement.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jay Costa and 8 co-sponsors

SB 971 modifies Pennsylvania township financial reporting and auditing requirements, adjusting procedures for annual report completion, filing, and public disclosure.

Presented to the Governor
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Bill Summary · SB 971

Legislative bill overview

SB 971 amends Pennsylvania's Second Class Township Code to modify requirements for how townships complete, file, and publish their annual financial reports and statements. The bill adjusts procedural and administrative requirements for township auditors and accountants in handling these mandatory financial disclosures.

Why is this important

Township financial reporting is a cornerstone of local government transparency and accountability. Changes to these requirements affect how residents and taxpayers can access information about their local government's finances, as well as administrative burdens on township officials and auditors.

Potential points of contention

  • Transparency vs. Administrative burden: Loosening reporting requirements could reduce compliance costs for townships but may limit public access to financial information
  • Specifics unknown: The bill text details are unavailable, making it unclear whether deadlines, publication methods, or audit standards are being relaxed or tightened
  • Local government impact: Different townships have varying administrative capacity; one-size-fits-all changes may disadvantage smaller municipalities or affect larger ones inconsistently

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

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