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This resolution establishes a temporary rule for the Senate governing amendments to appropriation bills for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2025. The rule allows floor amendments to appropriation bills only during second or third consideration and imposes strict conditions on such amendments. Specifically, any amendment proposing changes to spending levels must be budget-neutral, meaning it cannot result in a net increase to total spending and must yield a balanced budget based on current and projected revenues. If an amendment affects multiple bills, it must include a "statement of intent" detailing how the changes will not increase overall spending. The amendment must maintain the spending levels as originally reported by the Appropriations Committee. The temporary rule can only be suspended by a majority vote of elected Senate members and will automatically expire once a General Appropriation Act for the 2025 fiscal year is enacted. This rule appears designed to maintain fiscal discipline and prevent uncontrolled increases in government spending during the budget process.

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https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2025&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=82