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PA SB243
In disposition of Commonwealth surplus land, further providing for limited definitions, for annual property survey, for property disposition and for conditions upon conveyances; and making an editorial change.
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Introduced
02/13/2025
02/13/2025
In Committee
02/13/2025
02/13/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), entitled "An act providing for and reorganizing the conduct of the executive and administrative work of the Commonwealth by the Executive Department thereof and the administrative departments, boards, commissions, and officers thereof, including the boards of trustees of State Normal Schools, or Teachers Colleges; abolishing, creating, reorganizing or authorizing the reorganization of certain administrative departments, boards, and commissions; defining the powers and duties of the Governor and other executive and administrative officers, and of the several administrative departments, boards, commissions, and officers; fixing the salaries of the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and certain other executive and administrative officers; providing for the appointment of certain administrative officers, and of all deputies and other assistants and employes in certain departments, boards, and commissions; providing for judicial administration; and prescribing the manner in which the number and compensation of the deputies and all other assistants and employes of certain departments, boards and commissions shall be determined," in disposition of Commonwealth surplus land, further providing for limited definitions, for annual property survey, for property disposition and for conditions upon conveyances; and making an editorial change.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Administrative Code of 1929 to modify the procedures and definitions related to the disposition of Commonwealth land, particularly surplus property. The bill revises the definition of "surplus property" to clarify that it must be deemed surplus under specific guidelines and explicitly excludes state parks, forests, and lands owned by the Fish and Boat and Game Commissions. It establishes a more detailed process for identifying and disposing of surplus property, requiring the department to conduct an annual survey to determine if other agencies could use the property before selling it. The bill mandates that property disposition plans consider factors such as potential land use, preservation, cost savings, local government needs, and potential revenue. When selling surplus property, the Commonwealth must provide public notice, use fair market valuation, and prioritize sales to political subdivisions or the federal government. The bill also specifies that sales can be conducted through sealed bidding or auction, with proceeds based on fair consideration. Additionally, the bill requires that all property conveyance deeds reserve the Commonwealth's oil, gas, and mineral rights. The changes aim to create a more transparent, strategic, and financially responsible approach to managing and selling Commonwealth-owned real estate.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT (on 02/13/2025)
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