Pennsylvania Bills

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HB 2030: An Act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Interstate Compact; providing for the form of the compact; and imposing additional powers and duties on the Governor and the Secretary of the Commonwealth.

HB 2030 would allow Pennsylvania to join the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Interstate Compact, enabling APRNs (like nurse practitioners and anesthetists) to practice across state lines without obtaining separate licenses in each state. This directly affects APRNs working in Pennsylvania and those seeking to practice in other compact states. The bill requires the Governor and Secretary of the Commonwealth to adopt the compact's terms and implement its provisions. If enacted, it would streamline licensing for APRNs providing care in multiple states, reducing administrative barriers for healthcare providers and patients.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Nov 17, 2025

SB 1093: 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, for exemptions and for duty of employer.

SB 1093 raises Pennsylvania's minimum wage to $9.00 per hour starting January 1, 2026; $10.00 per hour starting January 1, 2027; and $11.00 per hour starting January 1, 2028. It also adds two new exemptions: one for employees working in the personal staff of elected officials or as immediate advisers, and another for minor league baseball players covered by collective bargaining agreements. These changes directly affect most private-sector employers and workers in Pennsylvania, with new wage rates taking effect on the specified dates. The bill updates the 1968 Minimum Wage Act but does not alter existing overtime requirements.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HB 1476: An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in protection of victims of sexual violence or intimidation, further providing for definitions.

HB 1476 amends Pennsylvania's judicial statutes to clarify and strengthen definitions related to victims of sexual violence or intimidation. The bill specifically updates legal terminology within Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) to better protect these individuals during court proceedings. This change directly affects victims seeking legal recourse and the judicial system handling such cases by ensuring consistent application of protections. The bill focuses on defining key terms to improve how courts address these sensitive matters, without creating new penalties or programs.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HB 1540: An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing the Buy America, Buy Union Grant Program and the Buy America, Buy Union Grant Fund; and imposing duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development.

HB 1540 creates a "Buy America, Buy Union" grant program and fund under Pennsylvania's Department of Community and Economic Development. It requires state-funded projects to prioritize American-made materials and union labor by offering grants to qualifying contractors. The bill establishes a dedicated fund to finance these grants, directly affecting state agencies and contractors working on public projects. Key provisions mandate that projects receiving grants must meet specific union labor and domestic sourcing standards, altering how state procurement contracts are awarded. This policy change shifts procurement incentives toward union workers and U.S. manufactured goods for eligible state projects.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Labor & Employment

Josh Siegel (D) · 22 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Nov 17, 2025

SB 1094: An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, in liability and compensation, further providing for schedule of compensation.

SB 1094 amends Pennsylvania's Workers' Compensation Act to update the schedule of compensation payments for specific injuries. It directly affects injured workers and employers by changing the predetermined payment amounts for certain work-related injuries under the existing compensation system. The bill modifies the payment structure for listed injuries without creating new benefits or altering liability rules, focusing solely on adjusting the compensation rates in the schedule.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HB 2029: A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for election of justices, judges and justices of the peace and vacancies and for tenure of justices, judges and justices of the peace.

HB 2029 is a joint resolution proposing constitutional amendments to Pennsylvania's election process for judicial positions. It aims to change how justices, judges, and justices of the peace are elected, address vacancy procedures, and define their tenure terms. The bill directly affects judicial officers and voters, as it would alter election rules for these roles and require voter approval for any constitutional changes. If passed by the legislature, it would need to be ratified by Pennsylvania voters to take effect.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HB 1891: An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for sale or transfer of firearms.

HB 1891, a Pennsylvania firearms bill, aims to amend state laws governing firearm sales and transfers under Title 18. However, the provided context does not include the bill's specific provisions or policy changes, only its procedural history (referred to Judiciary, amended, and laid on the table in November 2025). Without access to the bill's text or detailed amendments, a substantive summary of its mechanisms or affected parties cannot be provided. The bill appears stalled in the legislative process as of its most recent action. For concrete details, the full bill text would be required.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HB 384: An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in burglary and other criminal intrusion, further providing for the offense of criminal trespass.

HB 384 adds a new requirement for Pennsylvania courts: when someone is convicted of criminal trespass at a licensed gambling facility (like a casino) or video gaming area while on a self-exclusion list, the court may order an evaluation to assess if they have a gambling disorder and need treatment. This applies specifically to individuals who violated self-exclusion rules at gambling venues, as defined by Pennsylvania law. The evaluation, conducted by a court-appointed clinician, must determine the need for counseling or treatment as part of sentencing or pretrial diversion. The bill does not change the trespass offense itself but adds this assessment step for a specific subset of cases involving gambling venues.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HB 1385: An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in juvenile matters, further providing for definitions and for disposition of delinquent child.

HB 1385 amends Pennsylvania's juvenile justice laws to clarify definitions and update how courts handle cases involving young people who commit offenses. It directly affects juvenile offenders, courts, and child welfare agencies by standardizing terms like "delinquent child" and specifying court procedures for dispositions. Key provisions include revising legal definitions to reduce ambiguity and establishing clearer guidelines for court decisions on supervision, treatment, or other outcomes for minors. The bill aims to create more consistent and transparent processes within the juvenile justice system. (Note: The bill is currently "laid on the table" and not actively moving forward in the legislative process.)

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

Emily Kinkead (D) · 25 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HB 2041: An Act amending the act of November 3, 2022 (P.L.2135, No.150), known as the Childhood Blood Lead Test Act, further providing for title of act, for legislative purpose, for definitions, for lead poisoning prevention, assessment and testing, for duties of department and for blood lead assessment and testing coverage.

HB 2041 amends Pennsylvania's Childhood Blood Lead Test Act to require health care practitioners to ensure children receive at least one blood lead test by 12 months of age and a second test by 24 months of age, with additional testing mandated between 24 and 72 months if not tested by age 2. The bill also requires blood lead testing for pregnant women who have at least one identified lead exposure risk factor. It clarifies that health insurance must cover these tests without cost-sharing, as defined in the bill. This law directly affects children under 72 months, pregnant women, and health care providers in Pennsylvania.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Shelby Labs (R) · 35 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Nov 17, 2025

SR 193: A Resolution designating the month of November 2025 as "Care at Home Month" in Pennsylvania.

This resolution designates November 2025 as "Care at Home Month" in Pennsylvania to recognize and promote home care services supporting seniors and individuals with disabilities. It is a symbolic designation without legal force or funding provisions, aiming to raise public awareness about home-based care options. The resolution does not create new laws, alter existing policies, or directly affect specific groups through enforceable requirements. It serves as a ceremonial observance to highlight the importance of community-based care services.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 13, 2025

HB 2031: An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Human Services Code, in public assistance, providing for subsidized child care and notification requirements.

HB 2031 amends the Human Services Code to update rules for subsidized child care programs under public assistance. It directly affects low-income families receiving public assistance who use state-subsidized child care and the agencies managing these programs. The bill establishes new notification requirements, mandating that agencies inform recipients about their eligibility, available services, and any changes to their child care benefits. These changes aim to improve clarity and accessibility for families navigating the child care subsidy system.

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