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 provides appropriations for the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, as well as for public debt and public schools. The bill addresses unpaid bills from the previous fiscal year and includes provisions for appropriations from special funds and federal funds to support government operations. Notably, it clarifies that references to the Department of Criminal Justice will now refer to the Department of Corrections or the Pennsylvania Parole Board, or both, as applicable.

The bill allocates significant funding across various sectors, including $13,159,000 for welfare fraud investigations, $8.2 billion for basic education funding, and $1.16 billion for broadband equity and access. It emphasizes support for health, education, and economic development initiatives, with specific allocations for community services, environmental protection, and workforce development. Additionally, it includes provisions for the management of federal funds, ensuring compliance with existing laws and allowing for the appropriation of prior unspent federal funds. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, or immediately, whichever is later.