State Public School Building Authority (SPSBA)

The State Public School Building Authority (SPSBA) provides tax-exempt financing to improve school facilities in Pennsylvania—at no cost to taxpayers.

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Overview

SPSBA is a public corporation and a governmental instrumentality of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, created in 1947 to finance the construction and improvement of public school facilities. SPSBA provides tax-exempt financing for school districts, community colleges, career and technical centers, and intermediate units. SPSBA does not receive taxpayer funding.

Benefits of using SPSBA for your financing needs:

  • SPSBA is a well-known name in the public finance community and has issued over $9 billion
  • Professional full-time staff to expedite the bond issuance process
  • Working relationships with public finance professionals, including bond counsels, underwriters, financial advisors, and trustees
  • Member of the National Association of Health & Educational Facilities Finance Authorities (NAHEFFA)
  • Arbitrage Rebate calculations and compliance
  • SPSBA does not charge an annual fee

Loans

SPSBA offers loans for construction, renovation, and equipment purchases. Financing highlights include:

  • Attractive rates
  • No closing costs 
  • Minimal paperwork  
  • Loans up to $3,000,000 
  • Term up to 10 years

Right-to-know requests

All U.S. citizens have the right to request public records. You can submit a request for records in writing using the State Public School Building Authority right-to-know request form.

SPSBA/PHEFA

Upcoming Board Meetings

Thursday, July 31st 11:00 AM

Room 515, North Office Building, Harrisburg, PA