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introduced · Pennsylvania · House Dec 17, 2025

HR 332: House Discharge Resolution discharging Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs and Operations from further consideration of House Resolution No. 278.

This procedural bill removes the Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs and Operations from further consideration of House Resolution 278. It allows House Resolution 278 to move directly to the full House for debate and voting under Rule 53, bypassing the committee review process. The bill itself does not change policy but alters the legislative path for another resolution.
Stephanie Borowicz (R) · 36 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Dec 17, 2025

HB 1450: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for Homebuyer Rebate Program.

House Bill 1450 establishes a Homebuyer Rebate Program to provide a financial rebate to eligible individuals purchasing a home in Pennsylvania. The bill creates a dedicated Homebuyer Rebate Program Fund, into which 10% of the state's realty transfer tax collected annually will be deposited, starting July 31, 2026. Beginning January 1, 2026, qualified homebuyers can apply to the Department of Revenue for a $2,500 rebate to help offset their realty transfer tax liability.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates homebuyer rebate program funded by 10% of realty transfer tax, providing $2,500 tax relief to eligible buyers, aligning with tax relief support indicators.95% confidence
Nate Davidson (D) · 24 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Dec 17, 2025

HR 370: A Resolution recognizing November 29, 2025, as the "50th Anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act" in Pennsylvania.

This resolution (HR 370) formally recognizes November 29, 2025, as the "50th Anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act" within Pennsylvania. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or programs, as it is a symbolic commemorative measure. The bill was referred to the Education committee on November 17, 2025, for further consideration. It serves solely to acknowledge the anniversary of the federal IDEA law through a state-level observance.
Dan Miller (D) · 18 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Dec 17, 2025

SB 975: An Act amending Titles 8 (Boroughs and Incorporated Towns) and 11 (Cities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in powers and duties of elected officials, further providing for completion, filing and publication of auditor's report and financial statement; and, in accounts and finances, further providing for annual reports, publication, filing report with Department of Community and Economic Development and penalty.

SB 975 requires boroughs and cities in Pennsylvania to complete, publish, and file annual financial reports by June 30 each year. It mandates that auditors publish concise financial summaries (showing assets, liabilities, revenue, and expenses) in a local newspaper at least 10 days before the annual meeting, and submit full reports to the Department of Community and Economic Development. Municipal officials who fail to meet these deadlines face fines of $5 per day, with fines going to the state. The bill tightens existing reporting rules for local government financial transparency without changing tax policies or service provisions.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates annual financial reporting and audits for municipalities, promoting fiscal transparency and accountability in local budget management.90% confidence
Scott Hutchinson (R) · 8 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Dec 17, 2025

HR 372: A Resolution recognizing December 2, 2025, as "World Nuclear Energy Day" in Pennsylvania.

This House Resolution (HR 372) symbolically recognizes December 2, 2025, as "World Nuclear Energy Day" in Pennsylvania. It highlights Pennsylvania's significant role in nuclear energy, noting the state produces 30% of its electricity from nuclear sources, supports 15,900 in-state jobs, and prevents over 37 million metric tons of CO2 emissions annually. The resolution cites historical milestones in nuclear energy and emphasizes the industry's economic contributions, including $2 billion in state GDP impact and $70 million in annual tax revenue. It does not enact new laws or alter regulations but serves as a formal acknowledgment of the sector's importance. This is a non-binding gesture by the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
Rob Matzie (D) · 18 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Dec 16, 2025

HB 1380: An Act amending the act of June 28, 1995 (P.L.89, No.18), known as the Conservation and Natural Resources Act, in Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, further providing for forests.

HB 1380 amends Pennsylvania’s Conservation and Natural Resources Act to require the Chief Forest Fire Warden to submit an annual report by March 1 each year. The report must include wildfire activity locations, prevention actions, prescribed burn data (including information shared by other entities), firefighter manpower by district, and wildfire equipment inventories. This report is submitted to specific legislative committees in both the Senate and House of Representatives. The bill focuses on improving transparency and data collection for wildfire management, without altering forest management practices. It takes effect 60 days after enactment.
Michael Stender (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Dec 16, 2025

HB 1379: An Act amending the act of June 28, 1995 (P.L.89, No.18), known as the Conservation and Natural Resources Act, in Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, further providing for forests and establishing the Forest Fire Warden Fund.

HB 1379 creates a dedicated "Forest Fire Warden Fund" within the Pennsylvania state treasury to reimburse local forest fire wardens for approved activities. The bill establishes that funds from this new account will cover expenses related to controlled burns, fire investigations, public safety events, training, and mutual aid requests made to emergency management agencies. It directly affects local forest fire wardens and the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources by providing a clear funding mechanism for their operational costs. This procedural change streamlines reimbursement processes under the existing Conservation and Natural Resources Act without altering forest management policies.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates dedicated fund for fire warden reimbursement, directly funding essential public safety programs within state budget framework95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds forest fire management including controlled burns to protect forest ecosystems under Conservation Act, aligning with conservation and natural resource protection.95% confidence
Michael Stender (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Dec 16, 2025

HR 256: A Resolution designating the month of September 2025 as "Childhood Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

HR 256 is a Pennsylvania state resolution designating September 2025 as "Childhood Cancer Awareness Month" within the state. This symbolic measure aims to promote public attention and education about childhood cancer issues. It does not create new laws, allocate state funding, or impose requirements on any entity. The resolution was referred to the Children & Youth committee and reported as committed in September 2025.
Kerry Benninghoff (R) · 29 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Dec 16, 2025

HR 260: A Resolution designating September 25, 2025, as "Disabled American Veterans Day" in Pennsylvania in recognition of the men and women who have borne the wounds of war, and the unwavering advocacy and support of the Disabled American Veterans.

This resolution designates September 25, 2025, as "Disabled American Veterans Day" in Pennsylvania to honor veterans wounded in military service and recognize the advocacy and support provided by the Disabled American Veterans organization. It does not create new laws or funding but formally acknowledges these contributions through a state-recognized observance. The bill directly affects Pennsylvania residents by establishing a symbolic day of recognition for these veterans and the organization.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates Sept 25, 2025, as Disabled American Veterans Day to honor wounded veterans and recognize DAV's advocacy, aligning with recognition indicators.95% confidence
Joe Kerwin (R) · 32 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Dec 16, 2025

HR 310: A Resolution designating September 28, 2025, as "Gold Star Mother's and Family Day" in Pennsylvania.

This resolution designates September 28, 2025, as "Gold Star Mother's and Family Day" in Pennsylvania. It formally recognizes Pennsylvania families who have lost a member in military service, encouraging state-level acknowledgment of their sacrifice. The bill does not create new legal obligations or funding but establishes an annual observance to honor these families. As a ceremonial resolution, it directly affects Pennsylvania residents by designating a specific day for commemoration.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates day to honor Gold Star families (military sacrifice), directly aligning with veteran recognition policies without legal/funding impact.90% confidence
Jeanne McNeill (D) · 22 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Dec 16, 2025

HR 314: A Resolution designating September 18, 2025, as "U.S. Air Force Birthday" in Pennsylvania.

This bill is a symbolic resolution designating September 18, 2025, as "U.S. Air Force Birthday" within Pennsylvania. It directly affects Pennsylvania residents by formally recognizing this date for commemorative purposes through state legislative action. The resolution has no policy impact or funding provisions - it serves only as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the U.S. Air Force's anniversary. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or alter existing ones.
Jeanne McNeill (D) · 23 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Dec 16, 2025

HR 211: A Resolution recognizing the week of October 5 through 11, 2025, as "National Midwifery Week" in Pennsylvania.

HR 211 is a resolution designating the week of October 5-11, 2025, as "National Midwifery Week" in Pennsylvania. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes midwifery as a healthcare profession. The resolution directly affects Pennsylvanians by raising awareness of midwifery services, though it has no binding effect on state action or funding. This procedural bill aims to honor midwives' contributions to maternal and infant health through official acknowledgment.
Mary Jo Daley (D) · 18 co-sponsors
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