SB 853

An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for small business minimum wage increase tax credit.

In committee Last action June 18, 2025: Referred to Finance

Official bill page and text: palegis.us

Sponsors 11

Prime sponsor: Art Haywood
Cosponsors (10): Christine Tartaglione, Jay Costa, John Kane, Judith Schwank, Lindsey Williams, Marty Flynn, Nick Miller, Nick Pisciottano, Nikil Saval, Patty Kim

Status

In committee as of June 18, 2025. Session ends November 30, 2026; the 2027–2028 session begins in January 2027.

Roll-call votes 0

No roll-call votes recorded for this measure.

Timeline 1

Date	Chamber	Action
June 18, 2025	Senate	Referred to Finance

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Pennsylvania General Assembly: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills — copied November 2, 2026

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