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Pennsylvania Senate Bill SB755
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Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session

Pennsylvania Senate Bill SB755

Introduced
6/10/25  
Refer
6/10/25  
Refer
6/25/25  
Report Pass
6/26/25  
Engrossed
10/27/25  

Caption

Amending the act of November 27, 2019 (P.L.667, No.92), entitled "An act abolishing numerous State authorities, boards, commissions, committees, councils and representatives; and making related repeals," further providing for State authorities, boards, commissions, committees, councils and representatives abolishment; providing for composition of Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, for transfer of duties and for duty of Secretary of the Commonwealth relating to Interstate Rail Passenger Advisory Council Compact; further providing for repeals; and abrogating an executive order.

Impact

The passage of SB 755 would lead to significant changes in how state governance is structured in Pennsylvania. By abolishing certain entities, the bill seeks to reduce bureaucratic overhead and promote efficiency within state operations. Though the bill emphasizes eliminating redundancy in government functions, its implications could alter how state agencies interact with the public and each other, potentially affecting service delivery and oversight.

Summary

Senate Bill 755 aims to amend the existing law that governs the abolishment of several state authorities, boards, commissions, committees, councils, and representatives in Pennsylvania. This legislation is part of a broader initiative to streamline state governance by reducing the number of entities that operate under state authority. The bill addresses the composition and duties of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission and includes provisions for the Secretary of the Commonwealth regarding the Interstate Rail Passenger Advisory Council Compact.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SB 755 appears to be cautiously optimistic among proponents who advocate for a leaner government. Supporters argue that the bill will eliminate unnecessary layers of governance and improve the responsiveness of state agencies. However, there are concerns among critics who fear that abolishing certain authorities might undermine specific functions and protections previously provided by those entities.

Contention

Key points of contention regarding SB 755 focus on the potential impact of these abolishments on important regulatory and oversight functions. Critics emphasize the risk of losing specialized oversight from certain boards and commissions, which could lead to gaps in areas such as human rights protections and interstate rail passenger services. Additionally, there are questions about the effectiveness of transferring duties to existing commissions and whether the proposed changes adequately address the needs they serve.

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

PA HB1695

Amending the act of November 27, 2019 (P.L.667, No.92), entitled "An act abolishing numerous State authorities, boards, commissions, committees, councils and representatives; and making related repeals," further providing for State authorities, boards, commissions, committees, councils and representatives abolishment; providing for composition of Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, for transfer of duties and for duty of Secretary of the Commonwealth relating to Interstate Rail Passenger Advisory Council Compact; further providing for repeals; and abrogating an executive order.

PA HB2327

In the Secretary of the Commonwealth, further providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth; and, in county boards of elections, further providing for powers and duties of county boards.

PA SB681

In administrative organization, further providing for departmental administrative boards, commiss ions, and offices; in organization of departmental administrative boards and commissions and of advisory boards and commissions, further providing for advisory boards and commissions and repealing provisions relating to Environmental Quality Board; in powers and duties of the Department of Agriculture and its departmental administrative commission, further providing for seasonal farm labor; in powers and duties of the Department of Environmental Resources, its officers and departmental and advisory boards and commissions, further providing for Environmental Quality Board and for powers of Environmental Quality Board.

PA SB426

In organization of departmental administrative boards and commissions and of advisory boards and commissions, establishing the Legislative Youth Advisory Council and providing for duties of the Legislative Youth Advisory Council.

PA HB759

In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in the Secretary of the Commonwealth, further providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth; and, in county boards of elections, further providing for powers and duties of county boards.

PA SB848

In organization of departmental administrative boards and commissions and of advisory boards and commissions, further providing for State Planning Board.

PA HB2177

In ordinances, further providing for publication; in council, further providing for publication of proposed ordinance; and, in county commissioners and chief clerks, further providing for ordinances and resolutions.

PA SB327

In the State System of Higher Education, further providing for definitions and for powers and duties of councils of trustees. Amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in employees, further providing for automatic certification.

PA HB2086

In Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, repealing provisions relating to advisory councils for veterans' homes; in the Adjutant General, further providing for general powers and duties of Adjutant General; in State Veterans' Commission and Deputy Adjutant General for Veterans' Affairs, repealing provisions relating to veterans' home hall of fame; and providing for State veterans' homes and establishing the State Veterans' Home Board.

PA HB992

In Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, further providing for Boating Advisory Board.

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PA SB609

In optional affordable housing funding, further providing for affordable housing programs fee in counties and providing for reporting requirements and for Pennsylvania Affordable Housing Advisory Committee; and imposing duties on the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency.

PA HR253

Directing the Joint State Government Commission to establish a task force and advisory committee on increasing access to drug and alcohol treatment for substance use disorders; and directing the task force to make recommendations to the General Assembly.

PA SR177

Directing the Joint State Government Commission to establish a legislative task force with an advisory committee of stakeholders to review, update and codify Pennsylvania's emergency management services law.

PA HB1695

Amending the act of November 27, 2019 (P.L.667, No.92), entitled "An act abolishing numerous State authorities, boards, commissions, committees, councils and representatives; and making related repeals," further providing for State authorities, boards, commissions, committees, councils and representatives abolishment; providing for composition of Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, for transfer of duties and for duty of Secretary of the Commonwealth relating to Interstate Rail Passenger Advisory Council Compact; further providing for repeals; and abrogating an executive order.

PA HB190

In school health services, providing for eating disorder awareness and education.

PA HB552

Providing for the Pennsylvania Amber Alert System, the Missing Endangered Person Advisory System and the Green Alert System and for duties of the Pennsylvania State Police; assessing costs; providing for immunity and penalties; and making a repeal.

PA SB24

Establishing the Office of New Americans and providing for its powers and duties; and establishing the Advisory Committee to Office of New Americans and providing for its powers, duties and membership.

PA HB2102

Further providing for title of the act, for Pennsylvania Amber Alert System and Missing Endangered Person Advisory System (MEPAS) established and for immunity.