Bill > SB831

This bill aims to consolidate and update the provisions of the County Code, which governs the operations and powers of Pennsylvania counties. The key provisions are: - Establishes general provisions for counties, including defining the scope of the code, outlining county powers and responsibilities, and providing procedures for county operations. - Maintains the existing division of counties into 9 classes based on population, with procedures for determining and changing a county's classification. - Grants counties the authority to acquire, use, lease, and dispose of real property for county purposes. - Outlines the process for counties to acquire, construct, and alter county buildings and facilities. - Provides counties with the power to establish, maintain, and operate recreation places, parks, and cultural facilities. - Updates and standardizes provisions related to county officers, employees, salaries, and benefits. - Consolidates and clarifies existing laws regarding county finances, budgeting, borrowing, taxation, and fiscal management. - Makes various other technical and administrative changes to modernize and streamline the County Code. The overall purpose of the bill is to provide counties with clear and consolidated statutory authority to effectively carry out their governmental functions and services, while also updating the code to reflect current practices and legal requirements.

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