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All 25,815 Active 19,090 In committee 19,070 Passed 5,436 Signed 1,231 Failed 13

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Oct 6, 2025

SB 583: An Act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Social Work Licensure Compact; and providing for the form of the compact.

Pennsylvania's SB 583 would authorize the state to join the Social Work Licensure Compact, enabling licensed social workers to practice across participating states without obtaining separate licenses in each. This directly affects social workers seeking to provide services in multiple states, including military families and those addressing workforce shortages. The bill establishes a framework for mutual recognition of licenses, reducing duplicate application requirements and disciplinary information sharing between states. Key provisions include allowing "Multistate Authorization to Practice" and requiring states to hold social workers accountable for adhering to the laws of the state where services are delivered. The compact aims to increase access to social work services while maintaining state regulatory authority over licensure.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Oct 3, 2025

SB 1021: An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in sentencing, providing for sentencing for offenses committed against immigration enforcement.

SB 1021 amends Pennsylvania sentencing guidelines to increase penalties for violent acts targeting immigration enforcement. It creates a sentencing enhancement for two specific scenarios: (1) crimes of violence committed to interfere with immigration enforcement activities, and (2) violent acts causing bodily injury to immigration enforcement personnel. The bill applies to existing offenses under Pennsylvania law that meet these criteria, adding an extra penalty layer within the state's sentencing guidelines. This change directly affects individuals convicted of such violent acts against immigration enforcement officers or personnel.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice ✗ Immigration

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Oct 3, 2025

SB 1025: An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in sentencing, providing for sentencing for hate-based intimidation and for community impact statements.

SB 1025 amends Pennsylvania's sentencing laws to specifically address hate-based intimidation crimes. It requires judges to consider hate motivation as an aggravating factor during sentencing for such offenses and mandates the inclusion of community impact statements. These statements allow community members affected by the crime to share how it impacted their neighborhood or group. The bill directly affects individuals convicted of hate crimes and the communities they harm, changing how courts weigh these factors during sentencing.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Oct 3, 2025

SR 159: A Resolution designating the month of September 2025 as "Life Insurance Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

SR 159 is a symbolic resolution designating September 2025 as "Life Insurance Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. It does not create new laws or regulations but formally recognizes the importance of life insurance through a state-level designation. This resolution directly affects Pennsylvania residents and life insurance providers by encouraging awareness efforts during that month. The key mechanism is the formal declaration by the Pennsylvania legislature, with no binding policy changes or financial obligations attached. (2 sentences, as it is a procedural resolution).

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Oct 3, 2025

SB 1023: An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in game or wildlife protection, further providing for unlawful activities; in hunting and furtaking, further providing for unlawful devices and methods; and, in special licenses and permits, further providing for disabled person permits.

This bill restricts the use of bait to attract game wildlife during hunting, banning artificial or natural bait except for specific exceptions. It creates a new permit allowing disabled hunters to use bait on private land with landowner permission, while requiring a 200-yard buffer zone for non-permitted hunters and a 30-day waiting period after bait removal. The law maintains existing exemptions for farming, forestry, and industrial activities but prohibits baiting in ways not authorized by wildlife regulations. These changes apply to hunting regulations under Pennsylvania’s wildlife code, directly affecting hunters, landowners, and disabled hunters seeking specialized permits.

Topics ✓ Environment

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Oct 3, 2025

SR 157: A Resolution encouraging Federal, State and local policymakers, educational institutions, workplaces and other organizations to adopt and uphold diversity, equity and inclusion principles that promote inclusivity, protect freedom of expression, remove barriers and provide equitable opportunities for all individuals to pursue their American Dream.

SR 157 is a non-binding resolution encouraging federal, state, local governments, schools, workplaces, and organizations to adopt diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles. It calls for promoting inclusivity, protecting free expression, removing barriers, and creating equitable opportunities for all people to pursue their goals. The resolution does not create new legal requirements or alter existing laws; it serves as a statement of support for DEI practices. It directly addresses policymakers, educational institutions, and employers by urging them to uphold these principles voluntarily. The resolution was referred to the Rules & Executive Nominations committee on October 3, 2025.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Oct 3, 2025

SB 1030: A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for right to human dignity.

SB 1030 proposes adding a "right to human dignity" to Pennsylvania's state constitution through a constitutional amendment. If passed by the legislature and approved by voters, this amendment would formally establish the right within the state's foundational law. The bill itself does not create immediate legal obligations or affect specific individuals; it is a procedural step to amend the constitution. The resolution is currently in the early stage, having been referred to the State Government committee on October 3, 2025.

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Oct 3, 2025

SB 1027: An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for the offense of ethnic intimidation; in particular rights and immunities, further providing for civil rights violations; and, in employees, further providing for definitions and providing for annual officer training on hate-based intimidation.

SB 1027 amends Pennsylvania laws to strengthen protections against hate-based crimes and intimidation. It specifically expands the criminal offense of "ethnic intimidation" under Title 18, clarifies civil rights violations related to hate-based acts under Title 42, and defines key terms for municipal employees under Title 53. The bill requires municipal officers to complete annual training on recognizing and addressing hate-based intimidation. This directly affects victims of hate crimes, law enforcement, and local government employees who interact with the public. The changes aim to improve legal responses to bias-motivated offenses without altering existing penalties.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Oct 3, 2025

SB 1026: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in Safe2Say Program, further providing for definitions and for Safe2Say Program; in postsecondary institution sexual harassment and sexual violence policy and online reporting system, further providing for definitions, for policy for postsecondary institution sexual harassment and sexual violence and for online reporting system; and making an editorial change.

SB 1026 amends Pennsylvania's Public School Code to update the Safe2Say Program, which allows students and staff to report safety concerns anonymously in K-12 schools. It also requires colleges and universities to establish written policies addressing sexual harassment and sexual violence, along with an online reporting system for incidents. The bill includes updated definitions for key terms to ensure consistent application across both school levels. These changes directly affect public school students, staff, and postsecondary institutions nationwide.

Topics ✓ Education

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Oct 3, 2025

SB 1033: A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions.

SB 1033 proposes a constitutional amendment to allow counties with first or second class status to create property tax exemptions for longtime owner-occupants in neighborhoods where property values have risen significantly due to renovation or new construction. It would permit local taxing authorities to establish uniform tax relief for these residents without increasing overall property tax rates. The amendment requires two legislative passages followed by a statewide vote to take effect. This directly affects homeowners in affected counties who qualify as longtime residents in revitalized areas.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Oct 3, 2025

SB 1024: An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for the offense of ethnic intimidation; and, in particular rights and immunities, further prohibiting civil rights violations.

SB 1024 amends Pennsylvania law to specifically address ethnic intimidation as a criminal offense under assault statutes (Title 18) and strengthens protections against civil rights violations (Title 42). The bill directly affects individuals who experience or are accused of committing acts of intimidation based on race, ethnicity, or national origin. Key provisions include defining ethnic intimidation as a distinct assault offense and prohibiting actions that violate civil rights protections in public accommodations or services. This legislation updates criminal penalties and civil recourse for targeted discrimination under existing state law.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Oct 3, 2025

SB 1032: An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, in distilleries, wineries, bonded warehouses, bailees for hire and transporters for hire, further providing for limited wineries.

SB 1032 amends Pennsylvania's Liquor Code to add new rules for limited wineries, which are businesses producing wine under specific production and sales limits. The bill affects wineries, distilleries, bonded warehouses, bailees for hire, and transporters for hire by updating their regulatory requirements under the Liquor Code. It is currently referred to the Law & Justice committee for review.