Legislative Cost Reduction Package

From Sunshine Review

House Bill 1059 was introduced in Pennsylvania March 24th of 2009. House Bill 1059 would eliminate discretionary grants, also known as walking around money or WAMs. It is estimated this move would save taxpayers up to $600 million annually.

Sponsor

House Bill 1059 is sponsored by Rep. Curt Schroder.

External Links

• Text of Bill
• Representative Schroder's website
• Pennsylvania Votes
• Commonwealth Foundation, "Schroder Bills to Save PA Taxpayers Over $600 Million"

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