The Senate and House were not in session this week, but Gov. Rendell took action on several bills. Here’s the rundown…

Calendars

The House will start with these bills of interest on its June 5 Calendar-- House Bill 1588 providing for the fluoridation of public water; and House Bill 2067 setting limits on state spending through a constitutional amendment, and Senate Bill 868 increasing the forest land in-lieu of tax payment.

Committees

None. It’s Primary Election Day May 16

Senate/House Bills Moving

The Senate and House were both in session this week and as a result bills and resolutions were flying around. Here’s the rundown.

On the Governor’s Desk

Downtown Relocation Law: House Bill 218 (Reed-D-Indiana) which requires the Commonwealth to look at locating state offices in downtown areas was signed into law by Gov. Rendell.

Community Facility Grants/Film Credits: House Bill 983 (T.Stevenson-R-Allegheny) revising procedures for Community Facilities Grants and making changes to the film production tax credit was signed into law by the Governor.

Farmland Preservation: Senate Bill 723 (Wenger-R-Lancaster) providing for definitions and legislative report under the Agricultural Area Security law is with the Governor for his action.

5/12/2006