Pennsylvania Bills

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 18, 2025

HB 2046: An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in revenues, further providing for establishment of State Gaming Fund and net slot machine revenue distribution; providing for skill video gaming; imposing duties on the Department of Revenue; and imposing a tax and criminal and civil penalties.

HB 2046 updates Pennsylvania's gaming laws to establish a new framework for skill-based video gaming, which would directly affect gaming operators and players. The bill modifies how slot machine revenue is distributed to the State Gaming Fund, requiring the Department of Revenue to manage these funds and implement new tax collection for skill video gaming. It also introduces criminal and civil penalties for violations related to these gaming activities. The law aims to create a regulated system for skill video gaming while adjusting revenue streams for the state's existing gaming programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

Danilo Burgos (D) · 20 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HB 1432: An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in protection from abuse, further providing for definitions.

HB 1432 amends Pennsylvania's domestic relations code to update the legal definition of "abuse" in protection from abuse proceedings. It adds specific language clarifying that "abuse" includes knowingly engaging in a course of conduct (like unwanted following) that causes substantial emotional distress or places someone in reasonable fear of bodily injury. This change directly affects individuals seeking protection orders under Title 23, ensuring the definition aligns with current legal standards for civil protection cases, while explicitly stating the definition does not apply to criminal prosecutions.

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Nov 17, 2025

SB 1089: An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for permitted use of public space; and, in matters affecting government units, further providing for exceptions to sovereign immunity.

This bill (SB 1089) allows individuals experiencing homelessness to use public spaces for basic needs like sleeping, eating, and storing belongings, provided they aren’t blocking walkways or streets. It requires municipalities to first offer "adequate alternative indoor space" (free, accessible, disability-friendly, and pet-friendly) before restricting such use in public areas. The bill defines "public space" broadly to include parks, sidewalks, plazas, and transit areas, while specifying that alternative housing in another municipality is only accessible if free transportation is provided. It directly affects homeless individuals and local governments responsible for enforcing public space rules. The law creates a legal defense for individuals using public space when adequate alternatives haven’t been offered.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Housing

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HB 2032: An Act amending Titles 24 (Education) and 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in membership, contributions and benefits, further providing for termination of annuities; in membership, credited service, classes of service, and eligibility for benefits relating to retirement for State employees and officers, further providing for mandatory and optional membership in the system and participation in the plan; and, in benefits, further providing for termination of annuities.

HB 2032 amends Pennsylvania's retirement system rules for state employees and officers, affecting how they join, contribute to, and receive retirement benefits. It changes membership requirements (making some participation mandatory or optional), adjusts how years of service count toward benefits, and updates rules for ending retirement payments (annuities). The bill directly impacts current and future state workers by altering their retirement eligibility, contribution amounts, and benefit calculations under the state system. It does not change general public benefits but specifically targets state employee retirement program administration. The bill is currently under review by the State Government committee.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HB 1908: An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in protection from abuse, further providing for arrest for violation of order and for contempt for violation of order or agreement.

HB 1908 amends Pennsylvania's domestic relations law to strengthen enforcement of protection orders in abuse cases. The bill requires law enforcement to make an arrest when someone violates a protection order, rather than allowing discretion. It also specifies that violating a protection order or a related agreement (like a custody agreement) can be treated as contempt of court. This directly affects victims of domestic abuse, law enforcement officers, and individuals subject to protection orders by changing how violations are handled under the law.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HB 1308: An Act amending Titles 27 (Environmental Resources) and 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for storm water management; and, in municipal authorities, further providing for definitions and for purposes and powers.

HB 1308 updates Pennsylvania's storm water management rules by amending environmental (Title 27) and municipal (Title 53) statutes. It requires municipalities to implement new storm water management plans for new construction and development projects, directly affecting local governments and developers. The bill establishes standardized requirements for managing runoff to protect water quality, including updated definitions and procedures for municipal authorities. These changes aim to modernize how communities address storm water pollution under state law.

Topics ✓ Environment

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HB 2034: An Act amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for mushroom farming; imposing duties on the Department of Agriculture; and establishing the Mushroom Farming and Composting Fund.

HB 2034 creates the Mushroom Farming and Composting Fund within Pennsylvania's Department of Agriculture to support mushroom farmers and composting businesses. The bill requires the Department to manage the fund, which will provide financial assistance for mushroom farming operations and composting initiatives. It directly affects mushroom growers and composting businesses by establishing a dedicated funding source for their industry. The key policy change is the creation of this new fund, replacing any existing mechanisms for supporting these specific agricultural activities.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Environment

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HB 804: An Act amending the act of March 28, 1984 (P.L.150, No.28), known as the Automobile Lemon Law, further providing for definitions and for repair obligations; and applying the act to recreational vehicles.

HB 804 expands Pennsylvania's existing Automobile Lemon Law (originally enacted in 1984) to cover recreational vehicles (RVs), including campers and motorhomes. It requires dealers to repair persistent defects in new RVs after a specified number of attempts, aligning RV repair obligations with those for automobiles. The bill updates definitions and repair procedures within the law to apply directly to RV buyers and dealerships selling new recreational vehicles. This change ensures RV purchasers have similar protections as car buyers when facing repeated, unresolved defects.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HB 1479: An Act amending Titles 23 (Domestic Relations) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in protection from abuse, further providing for definitions and for relief; and, in protection of victims of sexual violence or intimidation, further providing for definitions and for relief.

HB 1479 amends Pennsylvania laws related to protection from abuse and victim support for sexual violence or intimidation. It updates definitions and expands available legal relief options for two specific groups: individuals seeking protection from domestic abuse and victims of sexual violence or intimidation. The bill focuses on clarifying statutory language and strengthening procedural pathways for obtaining court-ordered protections. These changes directly affect Pennsylvania residents who are victims of these specific harms and seek legal remedies through the state's judicial system. The bill is currently pending in committee after being referred to the Judiciary Committee.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HR 347: A Resolution designating the week of November 17 through 21, 2025, as "Certified Public Accountant Week" in Pennsylvania.

This bill is a symbolic resolution designating the week of November 17-21, 2025, as "Certified Public Accountant Week" in Pennsylvania. It directly recognizes the profession of Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) within the state through a formal legislative designation. The resolution has no policy or regulatory impact - it serves solely as a commemorative gesture without imposing new requirements or altering laws. The bill was adopted by the Pennsylvania legislature on November 17, 2025.

Ben Sanchez (D) · 20 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HB 2038: An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in games of chance, further providing for prize limits.

HB 2038 amends the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act to update definitions and set new limits on prize values for small-scale gambling activities, such as local lotteries and raffles operated under municipal authority. The bill clarifies specific terms used in the law and establishes specific caps on the maximum prize amounts that can be offered in these games. This directly affects local governments and businesses that host small games of chance, requiring them to adjust prize structures to comply with the updated limits. The bill is currently under review by the Gaming Oversight committee.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Nov 17, 2025

HB 430: An Act imposing the duty on Department of Environmental Protection to prohibit the construction or installation of wind turbines that negatively affect military installations.

HB 430 requires the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to block the construction or installation of wind turbines that interfere with military operations at nearby installations. This bill directly affects wind energy developers seeking permits near military bases and the DEP, which would enforce the prohibition. The key provision mandates the DEP to deny permits for turbines causing negative impacts - such as radar interference - without requiring new studies or cost-benefit analyses. It does not alter existing wind energy policies but adds a specific military safety requirement to DEP permitting decisions.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Environment

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