Office of the Budget State Documents

The Office of the Budget develops, coordinates, and oversees the execution of a balanced financial plan for the Commonwealth that reflects the policies and priorities of the Governor, promotes the efficient allocation and use of resources, and ensures that all funds received and disbursed for Commonwealth programs are accounted for in accordance with current laws, regulations, and policies. The Office carries out special fiscal analyses for the Governor and provide the other senior officials information to evaluate the financial impact of current and possible new policies and programs. The Secretary has overall responsibility for preparation of the Governor’s budget and its implementation after legislative enactment. The Secretary is also responsible for maintaining the Commonwealth’s accounting, payroll, debt issuance, and financial reporting systems and programs. 

The publications of the Office of the Budget contain newsletters, budget reports, annual reports, and other reports. Selected topics from these publications include liquor privatization, the state budget allocations, the Pennsylvania Horsemen’s Association, etc. The bulk of the current material is dated from 1969 to present.