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SB 1230

An Act to provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of certain agencies of the Executive Department for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Scott Martin

SB 1230 authorizes a $12,171,000 General Fund appropriation for Pennsylvania’s Executive Department for 2026-2027 and pays outstanding bills from the prior year.

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Bill Summary · SB 1230

Overview

Senate Bill 1230 (2025-2026 Session, Pennsylvania) is the General Appropriation Act of 2026. It provides appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive Department for the fiscal year from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the previous fiscal year (ending June 30, 2026). The bill totals $12,171,000 in General Fund appropriations. Prime sponsor: Senator Martin; Co-sponsor: Senator Scott Martin.

Purpose and Intent

  • To authorize and appropriate General Fund resources to cover the ongoing and anticipated expenses of the Executive Department for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
  • To provide funding to settle any bills that were incurred and remained unpaid as of the end of the 2025-2026 fiscal year, ensuring continued operations and meeting prior obligations.

Key Provisions

  • Appropriations: The bill allocates $12,171,000 from the General Fund for the Executive Department’s expenses for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
  • Timing and Effect: The act takes effect on July 1, 2026, or immediately if required by law, with the later date controlling if both conditions apply.
  • Scope: Applies specifically to the Executive Department’s expenses and any outstanding bills carried forward from the prior fiscal year.

Who and What is Affected

  • State Government: Primarily affects the Executive Department by providing budget authority to cover operating costs for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
  • Creditors/Contractors: Individuals or entities with unpaid bills as of June 30, 2026 may receive payment pursuant to the appropriations authorized in the act.
  • Taxpayers and General Fund: Impacts the General Fund’s near-term liquidity and annual appropriation process.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction and Sponsorship: Introduced May 7, 2026; Prime Sponsor: Senator Martin; Co-sponsor: Senator Scott Martin.
  • Legislative Action: Referred to Appropriations on May 7, 2026; reported as committed and first considered on June 2, 2026.
  • Effective Date: July 1, 2026, or immediate effect if required by law, with the later of the two dates governing.

Fiscal Note and Financial Impact

  • Total General Fund Appropriation: $12,171,000 for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
  • Committed Funds: This figure represents the budgetary authorization needed to fund Executive Department operations and to settle outstanding obligations carried forward from the prior year.

Summary

SB 1230 provides the annual General Fund budget authorization for the Pennsylvania Executive Department for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, totaling $12,171,000, and addresses the payment of unpaid bills from the prior year. It follows the standard appropriation process, with a July 1, 2026 start date (or earlier if required by law).

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

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