Pennsylvania Bills

passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Nov 19, 2025

SB 1020: An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for resident license and fee exemptions.

SB 1020 modifies Pennsylvania's hunting and trapping license fee structure to expand resident license exemptions. It directly affects Pennsylvania residents who hunt or trap, particularly those who may qualify for reduced or waived fees under updated criteria. The bill changes specific provisions in Title 34 of the state statutes to clarify eligibility for these exemptions, making it easier for qualifying residents to obtain licenses without paying standard fees. The bill passed final passage on November 18, 2025, and was referred to the Game & Fisheries committee for further consideration.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

Chris Gebhard (R) · 18 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 2053: An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing the Pennsylvania Census Commission; and imposing duties on the Joint State Government Commission.

HB 2053 creates the Pennsylvania Census Commission within the state government structure under Title 71 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes. The bill assigns specific responsibilities to this new commission regarding census-related activities. It also requires the Joint State Government Commission to carry out certain duties related to the census process. This bill directly affects state government agencies involved in census planning and coordination.

signed · Pennsylvania · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 1332: An Act providing for the capital budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 and for limitation on redevelopment assistance capital projects; and making a repeal.

HB 1332 is a state budget bill that allocates funding for capital projects (like infrastructure and public buildings) during fiscal year 2025-2026. It specifically limits the amount of state redevelopment assistance capital funds that can be used for certain projects, replacing previous funding rules. This bill directly affects state agencies managing capital projects and local governments receiving redevelopment funds. The law became effective immediately upon the governor's approval on November 19, 2025 (Act No. 48 of 2025).

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 2057: An Act amending the act of June 25, 1982 (P.L.633, No.181), known as the Regulatory Review Act, further providing for definitions, for proposed regulations and procedures for review, for final-form regulations and final-omitted regulations and procedures for review, for procedures for subsequent review of disapproved final-form or final-omitted regulations, for existing regulations and for regulations, annual reports, hearings and advisory group meetings.

HB 2057 updates the state's regulatory review process by clarifying definitions and procedures for state agencies to propose, review, and finalize regulations. It specifies how agencies must submit proposed rules, handle disapproved regulations, and conduct annual reporting, aiming to streamline oversight. This affects state agencies that create regulations and ensures a more structured review process for all rulemaking. The bill focuses on procedural clarity without altering the substance of regulations.

passed · Pennsylvania · House Nov 19, 2025

HR 342: A Resolution designating November 15, 2025, as "Articles of Confederation Day" in Pennsylvania; and recognizing the City of York, York County, for its important contribution to the forging of our nation.

This resolution designates November 15, 2025, as "Articles of Confederation Day" in Pennsylvania. It specifically recognizes the City of York, York County, for its historical role in the founding of the United States. The bill has no policy impact or financial provisions - it is purely commemorative, celebrating a historical milestone and local contribution. It was adopted by the Pennsylvania legislature on November 19, 2025.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 2051: An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for liability for false claims, for adoption of congressional intent of the Federal False Claims Act, for damages, costs and civil penalties, for powers of Attorney General, for qui tam actions and for civil investigative demands.

HB 2051 updates Pennsylvania's false claims law to align with the federal False Claims Act. It directly affects state contractors, vendors, and others submitting claims for state funds by imposing liability for false or fraudulent claims. Key provisions include establishing damages, civil penalties, and allowing the Attorney General to pursue enforcement actions, while also enabling whistleblowers (via "qui tam" lawsuits) to file claims on behalf of the state. The bill also grants the Attorney General authority to issue civil investigative demands during fraud investigations. This bill, referred to the Judiciary Committee on November 19, 2025, focuses on strengthening state oversight of fraud involving public funds.

passed · Pennsylvania · House Nov 19, 2025

HR 366: 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. It symbolically recognizes home care services and providers supporting Pennsylvania residents, particularly older adults and individuals needing in-home assistance. As a commemorative resolution (not a law with new requirements or funding), it has no direct regulatory or financial impact but aims to raise awareness of home care. The resolution was adopted by the Pennsylvania legislature on November 19, 2025.

Maureen Madden (D) · 17 co-sponsors

passed · Pennsylvania · House Nov 19, 2025

HR 369: A Resolution designating December 13, 2025, as "Wreaths Across America Day" in Pennsylvania.

This resolution designates December 13, 2025, as "Wreaths Across America Day" within Pennsylvania. It is a ceremonial recognition, not a law with enforceable provisions, intended to honor the Wreaths Across America nonprofit's annual effort to place wreaths on veterans' graves. The resolution directly affects Pennsylvania state recognition and awareness of this commemorative event. As a procedural measure, it does not impose new requirements or alter existing laws.

Topics ✓ Veterans

Jim Haddock (D) · 31 co-sponsors

passed · Pennsylvania · House Nov 19, 2025

HR 326: A Resolution recognizing December 1, 2025, as "Young Involved Philadelphia Day" in Pennsylvania.

HR 326 is a symbolic resolution designating December 1, 2025, as "Young Involved Philadelphia Day" in Pennsylvania. It formally recognizes the contributions of Philadelphia youth engaged in community activities, without creating new laws or altering policies. The resolution has no legal effect but serves as an official acknowledgment by the state legislature. It directly affects Philadelphia youth organizations and city officials through this ceremonial designation.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 1777: An Act amending Titles 35 (Health and Safety) and 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in local organizations and services, further providing for general authority of political subdivisions; and, in general provisions relating to government and administration, further providing for scope of subchapter, providing for definitions, further providing for establishment and designation, providing for emergency meetings by authorized telecommunications device, repealing provisions relating to exercise of powers and functions, further providing for declaration of policy and for definitions, repealing provisions relating to enabling authority for emergency interim successors for local offices, further providing for emergency interim successors for local officers and for succession period and repealing provisions relating to term and removal of designees.

HB 1777 amends Pennsylvania laws governing local governments (Titles 35 and 53) to update administrative procedures. It allows municipalities to hold emergency meetings via video call, clarifies rules for temporary leadership during emergencies (like filling vacant local offices), and removes outdated requirements about how local services are established. The bill directly affects county and municipal governments by changing how they conduct meetings and manage leadership succession during crises. It focuses on procedural updates rather than new policies or funding.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 19, 2025

HR 371: A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a thorough and comprehensive study on the feasibility of the establishment by the Pennsylvania National Guard and the Pennsylvania State Police of a joint police and tactical unit training facility at Fort Indiantown Gap and issue a report containing findings and recommendations.

HR 371 is a resolution directing Pennsylvania's Joint State Government Commission to study whether creating a shared training facility at Fort Indiantown Gap for the Pennsylvania National Guard and State Police is feasible. It would assess practical, financial, and operational aspects of establishing this joint facility. The Commission must issue a final report with findings and recommendations after completing the study. This resolution directly affects the National Guard and State Police by potentially enabling a new training site, but it does not create the facility itself.

passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Nov 19, 2025

SB 1050: An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in child protective services, further providing for exclusions from child abuse and for persons required to report suspected child abuse.

SB 1050 modifies Pennsylvania's child protective services laws by clarifying who must report suspected child abuse and expanding exemptions from the definition of child abuse. It directly affects child welfare professionals, healthcare providers, and educators who currently have mandatory reporting duties. The bill adds specific categories of actions or circumstances that are excluded from being classified as child abuse, reducing the scope of mandatory reporting requirements. This change aims to streamline reporting obligations while maintaining protections for children.

Tracy Pennycuick (R) · 21 co-sponsors

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