Bill > HB810

This bill amends the Pennsylvania Web Accountability and Transparency (PennWATCH) Act to enhance transparency around government settlements by requiring detailed reporting of settlements paid through various state liability insurance programs. Specifically, the bill mandates that the state's searchable budget database website must now include comprehensive information about settlements, including the Commonwealth agency involved, claim filing date, legal basis, settlement date, and settlement amount. The Department of General Services must post this information within 30 days of each settlement and electronically transmit these details to all General Assembly members every 30 days. Additionally, the bill requires Commonwealth agencies to provide settlement information to the Governor's Office of Administration within five business days of a settlement. The bill maintains existing exemptions for certain records not subject to public disclosure, such as those protected under specific legal statutes and the Right-to-Know Law. This legislation aims to increase government transparency by providing the public and legislators with more detailed and timely information about government settlements.

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