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PA SB287
PA SB287Making appropriations from the Workmen's Compensation Administration Fund to the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Community and Economic Development to provide for the expenses of administering the Workers' Compensation Act, The Pennsylvania Occupational Disease Act and the Office of Small Business Advocate 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.
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Introduced
02/26/2025
02/26/2025
In Committee
02/26/2025
02/26/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Making appropriations from the Workmen's Compensation Administration Fund to the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Community and Economic Development to provide for the expenses of administering the Workers' Compensation Act, The Pennsylvania Occupational Disease Act and the Office of Small Business Advocate 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.
AI Summary
This bill appropriates funding from the Workmen's Compensation Administration Fund for fiscal year 2025-2026 to support administrative expenses related to workers' compensation in Pennsylvania. Specifically, the bill allocates $75,802,000 to the Department of Labor and Industry to cover salaries, travel expenses, and other operational costs associated with administering the Workers' Compensation Act and the Pennsylvania Occupational Disease Act. Additionally, the bill provides $550,000 to the Office of Small Business Advocate within the Department of Community and Economic Development to support its operations. These appropriations will help fund the ongoing administration of workers' compensation programs and ensure that the office responsible for supporting small businesses can continue its work. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, or immediately thereafter, and includes provisions for paying any outstanding bills from the previous fiscal year.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Appropriations (on 02/26/2025)
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