Pennsylvania Bills

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 10, 2026

HR 427: A Resolution recognizing the week of May 10 through 16, 2026, as "National Police Week" and recognizing May 15, 2026, as "Peace Officers Memorial Day" in Pennsylvania.

This Pennsylvania House Resolution designates the week of May 10 through 16, 2026, as "National Police Week" and May 15, 2026, as "Peace Officers Memorial Day" within the state. The measure formally acknowledges the service and sacrifice of police officers who have died in the line of duty and aligns Pennsylvania with the federal observance dates established by Congress. It does not create new laws, funding, or operational requirements but serves as a symbolic recognition of law enforcement contributions.

Brenda Pugh (R) · 21 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Mar 9, 2026

SR 240: A Resolution recognizing the month of March 2026 as "National Social Work Month" in Pennsylvania.

This Senate Resolution designates March 2026 as "National Social Work Month" in Pennsylvania to honor the contributions of social workers. The measure recognizes the profession's role in supporting vulnerable populations, addressing mental health needs, and advocating for social policies. It calls on Pennsylvania residents to join the National Association of Social Workers in celebrating the field during this designated month. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal acknowledgment of social workers' importance to the community.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 9, 2026

HB 2268: An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, providing for health care site neutrality.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's Health Care Facilities Act to establish a new requirement for health care site neutrality, which aims to prevent insurance companies from charging different rates based on where a patient receives care. The law defines "campus" as the main buildings of a health care facility plus areas within 250 yards, and prohibits health benefit plans from applying different reimbursement rates for services provided on campus versus off-campus locations. Key provisions include defining applicable services such as outpatient evaluations, diagnostic services, and imaging, while excluding private practitioner offices and religious facilities from these requirements. The bill also establishes specific definitions for facility fees and health care contracts to ensure consistent application of the neutrality rules across various types of health care providers and facilities.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 9, 2026

HR 426: A Resolution recognizing the month of June 2026 as "LGBTQ+ Pride Month" in Pennsylvania.

This House Resolution formally recognizes June 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in Pennsylvania to honor the state's LGBTQ+ history and community contributions. The bill does not create new laws or change government operations, but instead serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of Pride Month within the Commonwealth. Sponsored by multiple representatives, the resolution highlights Pennsylvania's historical role in LGBTQ+ civil rights, including early Pride demonstrations and legislative actions. This measure is a commemorative gesture that affirms support for LGBTQ+ inclusion without altering any existing policies or programs.

Jessica Benham (D) · 30 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Mar 9, 2026

SR 241: A Resolution recognizing the month of March 2026 as "Irish-American Heritage Month" in Pennsylvania.

This Senate Resolution designates March 2026 as Irish-American Heritage Month in Pennsylvania to honor the historical and cultural contributions of people of Irish descent. The measure formally recognizes the significant role Irish Americans have played in Pennsylvania, where nearly two million residents trace their ancestry to Ireland. It also expresses support for the Good Friday Agreement and promotes peace on the island of Ireland. The resolution does not change laws or policies but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of heritage and ongoing international relations.

Devlin Robinson (R) · 22 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 9, 2026

HB 2267: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in school health services, providing for possession and use of prescribed pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy.

This bill allows secondary school students in Pennsylvania with cystic fibrosis or pancreatic insufficiency to carry and self-administer prescribed pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT) at school. To qualify, students must provide a doctor's order, a parent's request, and written acknowledgments from both the school nurse and the student confirming they understand safety precautions. Schools may restrict self-administration if students fail to follow rules or safeguard the medication, but must then ensure the medication is stored in an accessible location with clear access instructions. The law also requires schools to adopt written policies outlining documentation processes, storage locations, and limits on daily supply quantities.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Healthcare

Tarik Khan (D) · 19 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Mar 6, 2026

SR 158: A Resolution recognizing February 28, 2026, as "Rare Disease Day" in Pennsylvania.

This Senate Resolution formally recognizes February 28, 2026, as "Rare Disease Day" in Pennsylvania to raise awareness about rare diseases affecting approximately 1.2 million residents. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight the challenges faced by individuals with rare conditions, including limited treatment options and difficulty finding specialized care. By joining a global observance, the resolution aims to encourage public attention and support for patients and their families without altering existing policies or programs.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Mar 5, 2026

SR 239: A Resolution recognizing the month of March 2026 as "National Athletic Training Month" in Pennsylvania.

This Senate Resolution designates March 2026 as "National Athletic Training Month" throughout Pennsylvania to raise awareness about the athletic training profession. The bill does not change laws or policies but serves as a symbolic recognition of licensed athletic trainers' roles in healthcare, injury prevention, and rehabilitation. It highlights the profession's history, educational standards, and the significant number of athletic trainers working in Pennsylvania and across the United States. The resolution encourages residents to learn more about athletic training and its importance to public health.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 5, 2026

HB 2263: An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, establishing the Election Fellowship Pilot Program.

This bill establishes a three-year pilot program to train Pennsylvania residents in election administration. It would allow the Department of State to randomly select two counties from each of the eight county classes to participate, where eligible individuals aged 18 or older could work in county election offices from August through December. The program would be funded through state appropriations, with counties able to provide additional compensation to participants. At the end of the pilot, the Department of State must submit a report to state officials evaluating whether to expand the program statewide.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 5, 2026

HB 2262: An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in dates of elections and primaries and special elections, further providing for special elections for United States Senator and nominations and for nominations for special election for Representative in Congress, Senator and Representative in the General Assembly and member of council or legislative body of cities, boroughs, towns and townships; and, in nominations of candidates, further providing for number of signers required for nomination petitions of candidates at primaries, for nominations by minor political parties, for place and time of filing nomination petitions and filing fees and for nominations by political bodies, repealing provisions relating to filing fee and further providing for examination of nomination petitions, certificates and papers and return of rejected nomination petitions, certificates and papers and for vacancy in party nomination by failure to pay filing fee or for failure to file loyalty oath.

This bill updates Pennsylvania election laws to clarify how special elections are held for federal and state offices when vacancies occur, requiring the Governor to issue election writs within ten days of a vacancy. It adjusts the number of voter signatures needed for nomination petitions at primaries for various offices, reducing requirements for some positions like state senators and representatives while maintaining higher thresholds for statewide roles. The legislation also changes filing deadlines for nomination papers, eliminates certain filing fees, and establishes procedures for handling rejected petitions and vacancies caused by unpaid fees or missing loyalty oaths.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 2260: An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in obstructing governmental operations, providing for civil immigration arrests made on Commonwealth property; and imposing a penalty.

This bill requires law enforcement officers to have a valid judicial warrant before making civil immigration arrests on Pennsylvania state property, which includes state buildings and grounds in Dauphin, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Scranton counties. The legislation mandates that officers must show the warrant to any state employee who asks to see it during such arrests. Violations of these requirements could result in a $10,000 civil penalty for each offense, which would be paid to the Commonwealth and enforced by the Attorney General. The bill does not prevent the investigation or enforcement of criminal immigration laws, and it clarifies that sovereign immunity protections do not apply to lawsuits brought under this new provision.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Immigration

Emily Kinkead (D) · 23 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 2258: An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in juvenile matters, providing for trauma-informed screening for human trafficking victimization.

This bill requires juvenile probation officers in Pennsylvania to administer a trauma-informed screening to children involved in delinquency cases to check for human trafficking victimization. The screening is designed to identify whether a child is currently being exploited or is at risk of becoming a victim of sexual servitude. If the screening indicates trafficking involvement or risk, the officer must connect the child with specialized support services for sexually exploited minors. The Department of Human Services and the Juvenile Court Judges' Commission will work together to develop and implement this screening process.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

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