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SB 428

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, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Scott Martin

Pennsylvania budget bill allocates General Fund money to Executive Department agencies for 2025-2026 fiscal year and pays outstanding prior-year bills.

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Bill Summary · SB 428

Legislative bill overview

SB 428 is Pennsylvania's general appropriations bill that allocates General Fund money to Executive Department agencies for fiscal year 2025-2026 (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026) and covers any unpaid bills from the previous fiscal year. This is a routine annual budget measure that funds core state operations and services.

Why is this important

Appropriations bills directly determine which state agencies receive funding and at what levels, affecting everything from education and healthcare administration to law enforcement and social services. Without passage, state agencies cannot legally spend money to operate, making this one of the most consequential bills passed annually.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding levels for specific agencies – Different stakeholders will advocate for increased or decreased funding for particular departments based on priorities (education, corrections, welfare, etc.)
  • Unpaid bills carryover – The inclusion of prior-year obligations may represent unresolved budget shortfalls or disputes about which expenses are legitimate
  • Overall budget adequacy – Debate may occur over whether total appropriations are sufficient given inflation, population needs, and competing priorities

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

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