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PA HB1178
Bill
Status
4/9/2025
Primary Sponsor
Russ Diamond
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AI Summary
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Establishes the Rural Library Grant Program as a competitive grant program administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education for local libraries serving populations under 10,000 inhabitants
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Grant funds may be used for building maintenance, roof repairs, HVAC equipment, plumbing, boilers, energy savings projects, health and safety upgrades, internet connectivity, ADA accessibility improvements, and emergencies
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Individual grants range from a minimum of $20,000 to a maximum of $100,000 per fiscal year, with the Department required to consider geographical distribution across the Commonwealth
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Department of Education must establish program guidelines within 60 days of the effective date and publish application information and awarded projects on its public website
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Denied applicants may revise and resubmit their applications; funding appropriated from the General Fund
Legislative Description
In public library code, providing for Rural Library Grant Program; and imposing duties on the Department of Education.
Last Action
Referred to Local Government
4/9/2025