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This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for improving permit administration and economic development in Pennsylvania. It requires state agencies to create a secure online tracking system for permit applications, provide clear timelines and notifications to applicants, and establish processes for addressing permit decision delays. The bill creates two new entities: the Pennsylvania Office of Transformation and Opportunity, led by a Chief Transformation and Opportunity Officer, which will coordinate economic development projects across state agencies, and the Economic Development Strategy Group, a cabinet-level advisory group that will help attract and retain employers. If a state agency fails to make a permit decision within specified timeframes, the bill allows for third-party review and potentially automatic permit approval. State agencies must compile and publish detailed lists of their permits, including processing times and regulatory authorities, and submit annual reports to the General Assembly detailing permit application statistics and review processes. The bill aims to streamline government processes, increase transparency, and create a more business-friendly environment by reducing bureaucratic delays and improving interdepartmental cooperation in economic development efforts.

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