Pennsylvania Bills

passed · Pennsylvania · House Mar 25, 2026

HR 440: A Resolution designating March 8, 2026, as "Fight of the Century Day" in Pennsylvania.

This Pennsylvania House Resolution designates March 8, 2026, as "Fight of the Century Day" to commemorate the historic 1971 boxing match between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier. The bill honors the legendary event by recognizing the fighters' careers, their impact on boxing history, and their contributions to their communities. It serves as a commemorative measure with no regulatory or funding implications, requiring only that the date be officially recognized within the state. The resolution was introduced by multiple representatives and referred to the Committee on Tourism, Recreation and Economic Development for consideration.

passed · Pennsylvania · House Mar 25, 2026

HR 446: A Resolution designating March 25, 2026, as "Greek Independence Day" in Pennsylvania.

This Pennsylvania House resolution designates March 25, 2026, as Greek Independence Day within the state. The measure recognizes the historical ties between Greece and the United States, including the influence of ancient Greek democracy on American governance and the significant contributions of Greek Americans to Pennsylvania's economy and culture. It calls on residents to acknowledge the Greek struggle for freedom and the shared values of democracy and self-determination between the two nations. The resolution does not create legal obligations or change laws but serves as a symbolic recognition of the relationship between the states and the Greek community.

Steve Malagari (D) · 18 co-sponsors

passed · Pennsylvania · House Mar 25, 2026

HR 454: A Resolution designating March 26, 2026, as "Bangladesh Day" in Pennsylvania.

This bill designates March 26, 2026, as "Bangladesh Day" in Pennsylvania to honor the country's independence and recognize the contributions of Bangladeshi Pennsylvanians. The resolution includes background information on Bangladesh's history, including its formation from East Pakistan and the 1971 Liberation War. It specifically acknowledges the Bangladeshi American Community of Pennsylvania in Montgomery County and its efforts to celebrate cultural heritage and foster community cooperation. The measure is a commemorative resolution with no operational changes or direct policy impacts on government functions.

passed · Pennsylvania · House Mar 25, 2026

HR 456: A Resolution designating July 1, 2026, as "Canada Day" in Pennsylvania to celebrate the enduring relationship between the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Canada.

This bill designates July 1, 2026, as "Canada Day" in Pennsylvania to honor the state's relationship with Canada. It encourages residents, businesses, and institutions to observe the day and directs a copy of the resolution to Canadian government partners. The measure is symbolic and does not create new laws or change existing policies.

Nate Davidson (D) · 22 co-sponsors

passed · Pennsylvania · House Mar 25, 2026

HR 418: A Resolution honoring the life and legacy of former Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice Sandra Schultz Newman.

Pennsylvania House Resolution HR 418 honors the life and legacy of former Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice Sandra Schultz Newman, who was the first woman elected to the state's highest court (serving 1995-2006) and passed away in February 2026. The resolution recognizes her career milestones, including her historic election, service on the Supreme Court, and contributions to the legal community and her alma maters (Drexel University and Villanova Law). It is a nonbinding ceremonial resolution with no policy impact, intended solely to commemorate her achievements.

passed · Pennsylvania · House Mar 25, 2026

HR 394: A Resolution designating March 17, 2026, as "Bayard Rustin Day" in Pennsylvania.

This is a ceremonial resolution designating March 17, 2026, as "Bayard Rustin Day" in Pennsylvania. It honors Bayard Rustin, a key civil rights leader who organized the 1963 March on Washington and advocated for racial equality, labor rights, and LGBTQ+ rights. The resolution does not create new laws or policies; it solely serves to commemorate Rustin's legacy through a designated day. No specific individuals or groups are directly affected by this designation, as it is purely symbolic recognition.

Andre Carroll (D) · 22 co-sponsors

passed · Pennsylvania · House Mar 25, 2026

HB 1750: An Act providing for disclosure of cremation services for deceased animals, for distribution and certification, for required notices, for holding facility standards, for recordkeeping requirements and for enforcement; and imposing penalties.

HB 1750 regulates cremation services for deceased pets and companion animals. It requires service providers to disclose details about cremation processes, maintain facility standards, keep records, and provide notices to pet owners. The bill also establishes enforcement mechanisms and penalties for non-compliance. This directly affects pet cremation businesses and pet owners who use these services.

Brandon Markosek (D) · 27 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 25, 2026

HB 1492: An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, providing for use of criminal records to screen tenants; imposing duties on the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission; and imposing penalties.

HB 1492 amends Pennsylvania's 1951 Landlord and Tenant Act to regulate how landlords use criminal records when screening potential tenants. It would limit the types of criminal records landlords can consider and require the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission to establish guidelines for fair screening practices. The bill also imposes penalties for landlords who violate the new rules and mandates the Commission to monitor compliance with the updated screening standards. This directly affects landlords conducting tenant screenings and tenants whose criminal records might impact their housing applications.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Housing

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 2313: An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rates and distribution systems, further providing for recovery of advertising expenses.

This bill allows public utilities in Pennsylvania to recover certain advertising and lobbying expenses from their customers through utility rates, subject to specific conditions. It requires utilities to file detailed reports with the state commission listing all advertising and lobbying expenditures, including employee hours and third-party vendor payments. The law prohibits utilities from charging consumers for expenses related to political campaigns, trade association memberships, executive travel, and other specified costs. Utilities with more than 75,000 customers must submit annual reports detailing lobbying and political activity costs, while all utilities proposing rate changes must disclose their advertising plans and spending.

passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 1211: An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in casualty insurance, further providing for coverage for biomarker testing.

SB 1211 amends Pennsylvania's Insurance Company Law of 1921 to require casualty insurance policies to cover biomarker testing for medical assistance and Children's Health Insurance Program enrollees. The bill defines medical assistance and CHIP managed care plans as health care plans that use gatekeepers to manage services, explicitly including biomarker testing in this definition. This change ensures that insurance coverage for these specific health services is standardized under state law, subject to necessary federal approval. The legislation takes effect 60 days after passage.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 24, 2026

HR 457: A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study and issue a report on the feasibility of eliminating property taxes for certain seniors in this Commonwealth.

This House Resolution directs the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study whether Pennsylvania could eliminate property taxes for some seniors. The study will examine options like exempting low-income seniors from property taxes, creating a graduated tax scale based on income, and identifying ways to prevent fraud. It also requires the committee to find alternative funding sources for local governments if property tax relief is implemented. The committee must submit its findings to the General Assembly within 120 days. The resolution does not change any laws but initiates a review of potential property tax relief for older Pennsylvanians.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing

Scott Conklin (D) · 19 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 2312: An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for minimum wages.

This bill, HB 2312, would automatically increase Pennsylvania's minimum wage starting December 1, 2026, and every December 1 thereafter. The adjustment would match the percentage increase applied to state officials' salaries under the Public Official Compensation Law, rather than setting a specific dollar amount. Employers across the state would be required to pay workers at least the adjusted minimum wage, with the Department of Labor and Industry overseeing compliance. The law takes effect 60 days after being signed into legislation.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

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