Signed by Governor Josh Shapiro

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to concur with Senate amendments and pass a bill that amends the fiscal code regarding responses to the COVID-19 emergency in Pennsylvania.

Highlights:

• Amends and authorizes numerous changes to the state’s Fiscal Code, including, but not limited to (Sec. 2-22):

• Coordinating across state agencies;

• Advocating policy changes; and

• Leverage resources to better respond to the unique and complex needs of those living with dementia disorders.

• Establishes and creates a permanent Alzheimer’s, Dementia and Related Disorders Office within the state Department of Aging (Sec. 22).

• Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall take effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor (Sec. 23).

Full Bill Text

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to amend and pass a bill that amends the fiscal code regarding responses to the COVID-19 emergency in Pennsylvania.

Highlights:

• Amends and authorizes numerous changes to the state’s Fiscal Code, including, but not limited to (Sec. 2-22):

• Coordinating across state agencies;

• Advocating policy changes; and

• Leverage resources to better respond to the unique and complex needs of those living with dementia disorders.

• Establishes and creates a permanent Alzheimer’s, Dementia and Related Disorders Office within the state Department of Aging (Sec. 22).

• Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall take effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor (Sec. 23).

Full Bill Text