Legislation introduced by State Sen. Carolyn Comitta to update the Pennsylvania Borough Code was signed into law recently by Gov. Josh Shapiro.

Senate Bill 765, signed into law as Act 110 of 2024, makes changes to modernize the Borough Code, ensuring it aligns with recent revisions to the First Class Township Code.

“These changes aim to help boroughs operate with more flexibility, autonomy, and consistency,” said Comitta, who serves on the Senate Local Government Committee.

The legislation, supported by the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs, passed the Senate in June and the House earlier this month.

Comitta, a former West Chester Mayor and West Chester Borough Council member, also serves on the Pennsylvania Local Government Commission.

Pennsylvania is home to 955 borough governments, including 15 in Chester County.