The General Appropriation Act of 2025 outlines the funding allocations from the General Fund for the fiscal year from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. It details appropriations for the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial Departments, public debt, and public schools, while also addressing unpaid bills from the previous fiscal year. The bill specifies various allocations, including significant amounts for welfare fraud investigations, the Office of the Budget, and various educational and health services. Notably, it clarifies that references to the Department of Criminal Justice will now refer to the Department of Corrections or the Pennsylvania Parole Board, as applicable.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the management of federal funds, ensuring that appropriations align with previous acts and establishing guidelines for the utilization of emergency federal funds. It allows for the transfer of funds between federal appropriations without further approval from the General Assembly and mandates that any money appropriated under the General Appropriation Act of 2024 will be deducted from the corresponding appropriation in this bill. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, or immediately, whichever is later, reflecting a comprehensive approach to funding essential state services and programs through a combination of state and federal resources.