Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session

Pennsylvania Senate Bill SB367

Introduced
3/6/25  
Refer
3/6/25  
Refer
5/12/25  
Report Pass
5/12/25  
Engrossed
5/12/25  

Caption

In neighborhood improvement zones, providing for contracting authority membership and further providing for confidentiality.

Impact

The proposed amendments outlined in SB 367 are likely to significantly impact the operational dynamics of contracting authorities, primarily by establishing clear membership roles and terms. The term lengths for board members are set, ensuring some stability in governance while also allowing for periodic renewal through reappointment mechanisms. This new framework aims to foster governance that is both accountable and reflective of local community interests, which could lead to improved local conditions and economics in the targeted neighborhoods as they become more actively involved in their development agendas.

Summary

Senate Bill 367 aims to amend the Tax Reform Code of 1971 by introducing provisions for the membership structure of the contracting authority within neighborhood improvement zones. The bill facilitates a more structured governance framework whereby the board of directors will consist of nine members appointed by local officials, including the mayor and state representatives, to strengthen local oversight and decision-making in the management of these zones. This shift is anticipated to enhance responsiveness to the unique needs of the neighborhoods involved, fostering an environment conducive to improvement and development.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SB 367 indicates strong support for the increased local governance it champions. Proponents argue that empowering local contracting authorities with a solid operational framework and the ability to make decisions catering to neighborhood-specific issues will lead to better resource allocation and neighborhood revitalization. However, there may be some concerns over the balance of power and the potential risk of politicization in local appointments, which could lead to debates over efficiency and the effectiveness of such structures in achieving intended results.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the potential for politicization in the appointment process, as well as concerns regarding the transparency and accountability of the contracting authority. Critics may question whether the locality will indeed benefit from this new oversight structure, or whether it could lead to conflicts or inefficiencies. The bill’s stipulation concerning confidentiality of tax information is also a matter of discussion, with some advocates emphasizing the importance of privacy in tax matters while others push for transparency in the use of public funds.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

PA HB899

Providing for expanded neighborhood improvement zones.

PA HB1949

In city revitalization and improvement zones, providing for establishment of contracting authority board for city of the third class.

PA HB2406

In city revitalization and improvement zones, further providing for definitions, for establishment or designation of contracting authority, for approval, for functions of contracting authorities, for qualified businesses, for funds, for reports, for calculation of baseline, for certification, for transfers, for restrictions and for transfer of property, providing for floating zones, further providing for Commonwealth pledges and for confidentiality, providing for operational funding and technical support and further providing for guidelines and for review.

PA SB1014

In city revitalization and improvement zones, further providing for definitions, for establishment or designation of contracting authority, for approval, for transfers, for restrictions, for transfer of property and for review.

PA SB654

In sales and use tax, further providing for

PA SB448

In city revitalization and improvement zones, further providing for approval.

PA HB1219

In personal income tax, further providing for classes of income and for special tax provisions for poverty and providing for alternative special tax provisions for poverty; in corporate net income tax, further providing for definitions, for imposition of tax, for reports and payment of tax, for consolidated reports and for manufacturing innovation and reinvestment deduction; in realty transfer tax, further providing for transfer of tax; in tax credit and tax benefit administration, further providing for definitions; in entertainment production tax credit, further providing for definitions, for credit for qualified film production expenses, for carryover, carryback and assignment of credit and for limitations; in Pennsylvania Economic Development for a Growing Economy (PA EDGE) tax credits, providing for biotechnology; in neighborhood assistance tax credit, further providing for tax credit and for grant of tax credit; providing for expanded neighborhood improvement zones; in Pennsylvania Child and Dependent Care Enhancement Tax Credit Program, further providing for credit for child and dependent care employment-related expenses; providing for Public Transportation Trust Fund; and, in general provisions, further providing for underpayment of estimated tax, for method of filing and for allocation of tax credits.

PA SB1181

In neighborhood assistance tax credit, further providing for tax credit and for grant of tax credit.

PA HB1429

In neighborhood assistance tax credit, further providing for tax credit and for grant of tax credit.

PA HB1654

In duties and powers of boards of school directors, further providing for kindergartens; in pupils and attendance, further providing for age limits and temporary residence, for definitions and for when provided; and providing for full-day kindergarten.

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