Pennsylvania Bills

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Nov 24, 2025

SB 1010: A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, changing the Commonwealth's fiscal period from one year to two years.

SB 1010 is a proposed constitutional amendment that would change Pennsylvania's state budget cycle from annual to biennial (every two years). This would require the state legislature to pass a two-year budget instead of an annual one, directly affecting how state agencies and programs receive funding. As a constitutional amendment, it would need voter approval to take effect after passing through the legislature. The bill is currently in the early stage of the legislative process, having been referred to the State Government committee on November 24, 2025.

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Nov 24, 2025

SB 1100: An Act amending the act of November 6, 1987 (P.L.381, No.79), known as the Older Adults Protective Services Act, in administration, providing for fatality review teams and further providing for confidentiality of records.

SB 1100 amends Pennsylvania's Older Adults Protective Services Act to establish mandatory fatality review teams that investigate deaths of older adults suspected to involve abuse or neglect. It also strengthens confidentiality rules for records related to these cases, ensuring sensitive information remains protected from unauthorized access. The bill directly affects older adults in Pennsylvania at risk of abuse, as well as state agencies and staff managing protective services. Key provisions include requiring review teams to analyze each death and updating record-keeping protocols to maintain privacy during investigations.

signed · Pennsylvania · Senate Nov 24, 2025

SB 520: An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 30 (Fish), 34 (Game), 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in wiretapping and electronic surveillance, further providing for definitions and repealing provisions relating to public access; in enforcement relating to fish, further providing for powers and duties of waterways conservation officers and deputies; in enforcement relating to game, further providing for powers and duties of enforcement officers; in recordings by law enforcement officers, further providing for definitions and for audio recording or video recording policies; in Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, further providing for powers and duties of Department of Corrections; and making transfers between the State Gaming Fund and certain restricted accounts.

SB 520 amends Pennsylvania law to clarify who can legally record communications during enforcement duties, directly affecting waterways conservation officers, game enforcement officers, and parole agents. It expands definitions to allow these officers to use body cameras or recording devices after approved training, while removing public access requirements under the Right-to-Know Law for such recordings. Key provisions include defining "law enforcement officer" to include specific conservation and game officers, requiring training for device use, and repealing prior rules about public access to recordings. The bill also updates enforcement officer powers related to fish and game regulations. This enacted law (Act No. 53 of 2025) focuses on operational clarity for law enforcement recording practices.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

signed · Pennsylvania · House Nov 24, 2025

HB 1359: An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Entertainment Economic Enhancement Program, further providing for definitions, for procedure and for limitations; providing for regulation of self-service storage facilities; and making a repeal.

HB 1359 amends Pennsylvania's entertainment tax incentive program by updating its definitions, procedures, and limitations, directly affecting entertainment businesses seeking tax benefits. It also adds new regulatory requirements for self-service storage facilities, including operational standards. The bill clarifies how the entertainment program operates while creating a new framework for overseeing storage facility safety and business practices. These changes became law on November 24, 2025, after approval by the governor. The legislation focuses on administrative updates and new oversight without altering tax rates or funding levels.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

signed · Pennsylvania · House Nov 24, 2025

HB 923: An Act amending the act of August 26, 1971 (P.L.351, No.91), known as the State Lottery Law, in pharmaceutical assistance for the elderly, further providing for determination of eligibility.

HB 923 amends the State Lottery Law to redirect lottery revenue toward providing pharmaceutical assistance for elderly residents. It directly affects seniors who qualify for prescription drug aid under state programs by modifying eligibility determination procedures. The key provision updates how income and asset thresholds are calculated to determine who qualifies for this assistance. The bill became law on November 24, 2025, after approval by both legislative chambers and the governor.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

Nikki Rivera (D) · 24 co-sponsors

signed · Pennsylvania · House Nov 24, 2025

HB 1176: An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in intestate succession, further providing for shares of others than surviving spouse; and, in dispositions independent of letters, family exemption, probate of wills and grant of letters, further providing for payments to family and funeral directors.

HB 1176 amends Pennsylvania's intestate succession laws (when someone dies without a will) to adjust how assets are distributed to non-spouse relatives, such as children or parents. It specifically modifies the shares allocated to these individuals beyond the surviving spouse's portion. The bill also updates procedures for payments to family members and funeral directors during estate administration. These changes directly affect Pennsylvania residents who die without a will and their non-spouse heirs. The law became effective upon the Governor's approval on November 24, 2025 (Act No. 50 of 2025).

Joe Ciresi (D) · 25 co-sponsors

signed · Pennsylvania · Senate Nov 24, 2025

SB 88: 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, repealing provisions relating to coverage for mammographic examinations and breast imaging and providing for coverage for mammographic examinations, magnetic resonance imaging and other forms of breast imaging.

SB 88 amends Pennsylvania's Insurance Company Law to require health insurance plans sold in the state to cover specific breast imaging services without cost-sharing for policyholders. It mandates annual mammograms for women 40+ and physician-recommended mammograms for women under 40, plus MRI and other breast imaging for those at average or higher risk of breast cancer due to factors like family history, genetic mutations, or dense breast tissue. The law specifies coverage for screening, supplemental, and diagnostic exams but does not require coverage for mastectomies or override standard deductibles/copays beyond the minimum required services. This replaces prior requirements that allowed cost-sharing and excluded MRI coverage.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Frank Farry (R) · 43 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Nov 24, 2025

SR 194: A Resolution designating November 24, 2025, as "Human Rights and Religious Freedom Day" in Pennsylvania.

This resolution designates November 24, 2025, as "Human Rights and Religious Freedom Day" in Pennsylvania for ceremonial observance. It does not create new laws or affect policies, as it is a symbolic resolution without binding requirements. The measure was referred to the Rules & Executive Nominations committee for consideration.

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Nov 24, 2025

SB 1097: An Act amending Title 38 (Holidays and Observances) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in special observances, providing for family recognition.

SB 1097 amends Pennsylvania's holiday statutes to include provisions for "family recognition" within special observances. This procedural bill would update Title 38 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes regarding holiday and observance designations. The bill specifically aims to formally recognize families within the context of state-observed days, though the exact mechanisms for this recognition are not detailed in the provided context. It is currently in the referral stage with no further actions recorded.

passed · Pennsylvania · House Nov 24, 2025

HB 1528: An Act establishing the Grand-family Assistance Program; providing for payments to area agencies on aging; imposing duties on the Department of Aging; and establishing the Grand-family Assistance Program Fund.

HB 1528 establishes the Grand-family Assistance Program to provide financial support to grandparents and other relatives raising grandchildren. It creates a dedicated fund to make regular payments to local area agencies on aging, which will administer the program and assist eligible families. The bill requires the Department of Aging to manage the program and oversee fund distribution, ensuring direct support reaches affected relatives caring for children. This policy change directly affects grandfamilies and local aging services agencies through structured financial aid and administrative responsibilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

Maureen Madden (D) · 43 co-sponsors

passed · Pennsylvania · House Nov 24, 2025

HB 1161: An Act amending Title 5 (Athletics and Sports) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in wrestling, further providing for physician to be in attendance.

HB 1161 requires a physician to be present at all wrestling competitions in Pennsylvania, including high school and college events. This law directly affects athletic programs, schools, and event organizers by mandating immediate medical personnel availability during matches. The key provision ensures a physician is on-site to address potential injuries, aligning with safety standards for wrestling competitions under state athletic regulations.

passed · Pennsylvania · House Nov 24, 2025

HB 1720: An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, in auditors and accountants, further providing for completion, filing and publication of annual township report and financial statement.

HB 1720 amends Pennsylvania's Second Class Township Code to update requirements for financial reporting by townships. It directly affects Second Class townships by specifying how they must complete, file, and publish their annual financial statements and reports. The bill establishes clearer procedures for township auditors and accountants to ensure timely and standardized financial disclosures. This change aims to improve transparency and accountability in local government finances without altering tax rates or funding levels.

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