Pennsylvania 2023-2024 Regular Session

Pennsylvania House Bill HB1914

Introduced
12/12/23  

Caption

In sustainable mobility options, further providing for definitions, for fund, for application and approval process, for Federal funding, for coordination and consolidation, for operating program, for asset improvement program, for new initiatives program, for programs of Statewide significance and for program oversight and administration, providing for small purchase procedures and repealing provisions relating to evaluation of private investment opportunities.

Impact

The bill's provisions will significantly affect how local transportation organizations manage their assets and procure federal funding. By clarifying the roles and definitions associated with funding requests, HB1914 is designed to streamline the funding process for public transportation and encourage collaboration between different transportation entities. This may facilitate improved service delivery and operational efficiencies that could enhance local public transit systems and benefit the communities they serve.

Summary

House Bill 1914 seeks to amend Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, with a focus on sustainable mobility options. It introduces reforms regarding definitions, funding procedures, and the oversight of public transportation. The bill outlines processes for application and approval for funding, aiming to enhance coordination and consolidation among local transportation organizations. With an emphasis on asset management, the bill aims to ensure that funding is utilized effectively to improve public transit services across various regions in Pennsylvania.

Sentiment

The sentiment around HB1914 appears to lean towards maintaining and enhancing public transportation services, though it may bring forth discussions regarding the allocation of resources and the priorities set by state authorities. Advocates for improved public transit are likely to view this bill positively, as it lays the groundwork for better funding management and service delivery. However, concerns about equitable access to these funds among different communities and organizations may arise, indicating a need for careful consideration in implementation.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise around the degree of oversight granted to state agencies versus local organizations. Stakeholders might voice concerns regarding potential bureaucratic delays or obstacles that could arise from the state's increased role in regulating funding and transportation service models. Additionally, the bill's emphasis on asset management could lead to debates over priorities between maintaining existing services and expanding transportation options, particularly in underserved areas.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

PA SB597

In sustainable mobility options, further providing for definitions, for fund, for application and approval process, for Federal funding, for coordination and consolidation, for operating program, for asset improvement program, for new initiatives program, for programs of Statewide significance and for program oversight and administration, providing for small purchase procedures and repealing provisions relating to evaluation of private investment opportunities.

PA SB597

In sustainable mobility options, further providing for definitions, for fund, for application and approval process, for Federal funding, for coordination and consolidation, for operating program, for asset improvement program, for new initiatives program, for programs of Statewide significance and for program oversight and administration, providing for small purchase procedures and repealing provisions relating to evaluation of private investment opportunities.

PA HB1510

In sustainable mobility options, further providing for definitions, for fund, for application and approval process, for Federal funding, for coordination and consolidation, for operating program, for asset improvement program, for new initiatives program, for programs of Statewide significance and for program oversight and administration, providing for small purchase threshold and repealing provisions relating to evaluation of private investment opportunities.

PA SB1334

In sustainable mobility options, further providing for fund and for operating program.

PA SB954

In sustainable mobility options, further providing for operating program.

PA SB952

In sustainable mobility options, further providing for definitions and for operating program; in metropolitan transportation authorities, providing for supplemental performance reporting; and, in public-private transportation partnerships, providing for applicable authority.

PA HB744

Further providing for definitions, for creation of program, for incubator grants, loans and loan guarantees and for responsibilities of local sponsors; repealing provisions relating to challenge grants for seed capital funds; further providing for general powers and duties of the board and for indicators of program impact; providing for funding sources; repealing provisions relating to time limit on approvals; and making a repeal.

PA HB982

In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in program, further providing for program established.

PA HB809

Further providing for definitions and for prohibited acts and penalties; and providing for syringe service programs authorized.

PA HB2391

In sustainable mobility options, providing for State Safety Oversight Office.

Similar Bills

PA SB597

In sustainable mobility options, further providing for definitions, for fund, for application and approval process, for Federal funding, for coordination and consolidation, for operating program, for asset improvement program, for new initiatives program, for programs of Statewide significance and for program oversight and administration, providing for small purchase procedures and repealing provisions relating to evaluation of private investment opportunities.

PA SB597

In sustainable mobility options, further providing for definitions, for fund, for application and approval process, for Federal funding, for coordination and consolidation, for operating program, for asset improvement program, for new initiatives program, for programs of Statewide significance and for program oversight and administration, providing for small purchase procedures and repealing provisions relating to evaluation of private investment opportunities.

PA HB1510

In sustainable mobility options, further providing for definitions, for fund, for application and approval process, for Federal funding, for coordination and consolidation, for operating program, for asset improvement program, for new initiatives program, for programs of Statewide significance and for program oversight and administration, providing for small purchase threshold and repealing provisions relating to evaluation of private investment opportunities.

PA HB257

In interactive gaming, further providing for interactive gaming tax; in sustainable mobility options, further providing for definitions, for fund and for operating program and providing for annual performance evaluation and for operating a controlled substance injection site near infrastructure of a local transportation organization; in metropolitan transportation authorities, further providing for special prosecutor for mass transit; in public-private transportation partnerships, providing for metropolitan transportation authority projects; in licensing of drivers, further providing for persons ineligible for licensing, license issuance to minors and junior driver's license, for learners' permits, for application for driver's license or learner's permit by minor and for examination of applicant for driver's license; in miscellaneous provisions relating to operation of vehicles, providing for the offense of interference with operation or movement of a public transit vehicle and for sentencing enhancement for drug delivery on transit; in lighting equipment, further providing for use and display of illuminated signs; in taxes for highway maintenance and construction, providing for supplemental funding for three and four digit highway construction; and establishing the Supplemental Funding for Three and Four Digit State Routes Account in the Motor License Fund.

OR SB1002

Relating to school facilities; and declaring an emergency.

CA SB486

Regional housing: public postsecondary education: changes in enrollment levels: California Environmental Quality Act.

GA HB946

Special district mass transportation sales and use tax; intergovernmental agreements; revise requirements

PA HB1500

In preliminary provisions, providing for Cyber Charter School Funding and Policy Council and further providing for advertising and sponsorships; in pupils and attendance, further providing for exceptional children and education and training; in charter schools, further providing for definitions, for funding for cyber charter schools, for powers and duties of department and for assessment and evaluation, providing for fund balance limits, further providing for cyber charter school requirements and prohibitions, providing for cyber charter school fund balance accountability, further providing for establishment of cyber charter school, for cyber charter school application, for enrollment and notification, for enrollee wellness checks and for applicability of other provisions of this act and of other acts and regulations and providing for cyber charter school moratorium; and, in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for extraordinary special education program expenses.