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HB 1185

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 surcharge by auditors; and, in township manager, further providing for township manager, appointment, removal, powers and duties, compensation and bond.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Bob Freeman and 4 co-sponsors

HB 1185 modifies Pennsylvania second-class township auditor surcharges and township manager appointment, removal, compensation, and bonding provisions.

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Bill Summary · HB 1185

Legislative bill overview

HB 1185 amends Pennsylvania's Second Class Township Code to modify provisions related to auditor surcharges and township manager roles, including their appointment, removal, powers, duties, compensation, and bonding requirements. The bill updates governance and financial oversight mechanisms for second-class townships in the state.

Why is this important

These amendments affect how approximately 1,400 second-class townships across Pennsylvania operate their financial audits and administrative leadership structures. Changes to manager compensation, appointment procedures, and auditor surcharges directly impact township operational costs and governance accountability at the local level.

Potential points of contention

  • Auditor surcharge details: The specific surcharge amounts or calculation methods are not detailed in the bill summary, which could represent either revenue increases or decreases for townships
  • Manager compensation changes: Modifications to township manager compensation could create disputes between cost-conscious taxpayers and officials seeking competitive wages
  • Appointment/removal procedures: Altered appointment and removal processes for township managers may shift power dynamics between elected boards and professional administrators, affecting local governance structures

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

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