Office of Budget Operations

The Budget Process

The Budget Process in Pennsylvania

Introduction

The publication provides a comprehensive look at the budget process in Pennsylvania, from planning to audit and evaluation.

It is designed as a resource for agency program administrators and budget specialists and a helpful guide for citizens interested in learning more about Pennsylvania’s budget.

The appendix includes a glossary of commonly used terms, an agency budget preparation summary, an Office of the Budget organization chart, and a compilation of relevant sections from the Pennsylvania Constitution and the Administrative Code.