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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Oct 28, 2025

HB 468: An Act designating the first Monday in February each year as Emancipation Day in this Commonwealth.

HB 468 would designate the first Monday in February each year as "Emancipation Day" in the Commonwealth. This bill establishes an annual state observance to recognize the historical significance of emancipation for residents. It does not create new programs or alter existing laws, but formally designates a date for commemoration by state institutions and officials. The bill is currently pending in committee after being referred to the State Government committee.
Chris Rabb (D) · 9 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Oct 28, 2025

HR 309: A Resolution designating the months of October 2025 and October 2026 as "Wine, Wineries and Grapes Month" in Pennsylvania.

This bill designates October 2025 and October 2026 as "Wine, Wineries and Grapes Month" in Pennsylvania. It is a ceremonial resolution honoring the state's wine industry, directly affecting Pennsylvania wineries, grape growers, and related businesses. The resolution has no regulatory or funding provisions - it simply recognizes the industry's contributions through a formal designation. The bill was adopted by the Pennsylvania House on October 28, 2025.
Rob Matzie (D) · 21 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Oct 28, 2025

HB 1214: An Act amending the act of May 22, 1933 (P.L.853, No.155), known as The General County Assessment Law, in subjects of taxation and exemptions, further providing for temporary tax exemption for residential construction.

HB 1214 temporarily exempts new residential construction from county property taxes under the General County Assessment Law. It directly affects homeowners and developers building new single-family homes or residential units. The bill creates a limited-duration tax break, meaning newly constructed homes would not be taxed at full market value during the exemption period, instead being assessed at a lower rate. This change applies only to new residential construction, not existing homes or other property types.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides temporary tax exemption for new residential construction, reducing property tax burden per summary. Aligns with tax relief indicator for Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingTax exemption for new residential construction incentivizes housing development, increasing supply which alignates with affordable housing goals by lowering development costs for builders.85% confidence
Jared Solomon (D) · 4 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Oct 28, 2025

HR 359: A Resolution expressing condolences on the death of the Honorable Edward J. Lucyk of Barnesville, Schuylkill County, former 11-term Member from the 123rd District of the House of Representatives.

This resolution (HR 359) expresses official condolences for Edward J. Lucyk, a former 11-term state representative from Schuylkill County's 123rd District who served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. It is a ceremonial resolution with no policy provisions or direct impact on constituents or legislation. The resolution was formally adopted by the House on October 28, 2025, following its placement on the uncontested calendar. As a memorial resolution, it does not enact any new laws or alter existing policies.
Tim Brennan (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Oct 28, 2025

HB 1978: An Act to provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of certain agencies of the Executive Department for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

HB 1978 is a budget bill that allocates funding from the state's General Fund to cover the operating expenses of specific Executive Department agencies for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. It also includes provisions for paying bills incurred but unpaid as of June 30, 2025. This bill directly affects state agencies receiving these appropriations to cover their routine operations. The bill is currently pending in the Appropriations Committee after recent committee actions.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesFunds agency operations via General Fund appropriations, supporting fiscal management and budget execution for state agencies.95% confidence
Jordan Harris (D)
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Oct 28, 2025

HB 1417: An Act establishing the Community Diaper, Brief and Incontinence Products Grant Fund; directing the Department of Aging to establish a program to improve access to incontinence supplies; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of Human Services.

HB 1417 creates a state grant fund to help community organizations provide diapers, briefs, and incontinence supplies to people in need, primarily affecting seniors and individuals with disabilities who rely on these products. It directs the Department of Aging to establish a program improving access to these supplies and assigns specific duties to the Department of Human Services for program implementation. Key provisions include setting up the grant fund, requiring the Aging Department to develop the access program, and outlining the Human Services Department’s role in managing it. The bill proposes concrete policy changes by creating a new funding mechanism and defining agency responsibilities to address supply access gaps.
Carol Hill-Evans (D) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Oct 28, 2025

HB 1979: An Act to provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of certain agencies of the Executive Department for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

HB 1979 is a funding bill that allocates money from the state's General Fund to cover operating expenses for specific executive branch agencies during the 2025-2026 fiscal year (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). It also directs payment for bills incurred but unpaid by the end of the prior fiscal year (June 30, 2025). The bill directly affects the designated state agencies that rely on this funding to operate, without changing any laws or policies. This is a routine budgetary measure to ensure agencies have necessary financial resources.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates General Fund money to cover agency expenses and unpaid bills, ensuring continued operations without tax changes or policy shifts.95% confidence
Jordan Harris (D)
passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Oct 28, 2025

SR 182: A Resolution recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps and honoring the generations of Marines whose service and sacrifice have strengthened the Commonwealth and the Nation.

This resolution (SR 182) commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps and honors the service and sacrifice of Marines throughout history, specifically acknowledging their contributions to both the Commonwealth and the nation. It is a formal, non-binding resolution adopted by the legislature to recognize this milestone, directly affecting the Commonwealth's official acknowledgment of Marine Corps history. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to Marines' legacy.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHonors Marine Corps service and sacrifice, aligning with recognition indicator for veterans' acknowledgment per topic description.85% confidence
Devlin Robinson (R) · 23 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Oct 28, 2025

HB 1900: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for educator tax credit.

HB 1900 would amend Pennsylvania's Tax Reform Code of 1971 to create a tax credit for educators. This credit would allow teachers and school staff to reduce their income tax liability. The bill specifies this credit as part of the state's tax code changes, though details on eligibility or credit amount are not provided in the available context.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit for educators, providing income tax relief per Tax Reform Code amendment, aligning with tax relief indicators for middle-income groups.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates tax credit for educators, directly supporting teachers' financial well-being and incentivizing retention through tax benefits.95% confidence
Nikki Rivera (D) · 28 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Oct 28, 2025

HB 1999: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, providing for Smokey Bear license plate.

HB 1999 would add a Smokey Bear-themed license plate as an option for Pennsylvania vehicle owners during registration. It directly affects residents who choose to display this specialty plate instead of standard license plates. The bill amends vehicle registration rules to include this specific design option under Pennsylvania's license plate program.
Kerry Benninghoff (R) · 21 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Oct 28, 2025

SB 755: An Act amending the act of November 27, 2019 (P.L.667, No.92), entitled "An act abolishing numerous State authorities, boards, commissions, committees, councils and representatives; and making related repeals," further providing for State authorities, boards, commissions, committees, councils and representatives abolishment; providing for composition of Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, for transfer of duties and for duty of Secretary of the Commonwealth relating to Interstate Rail Passenger Advisory Council Compact; further providing for repeals; and abrogating an executive order.

SB 755 abolishes 19 state advisory bodies, including the Climate Change Advisory Committee and Canine Health Board, transferring their duties to existing departments (e.g., Secretary of Agriculture assumes Canine Health Board responsibilities). It revises the composition of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, requiring bipartisan appointments from legislative leaders and adding specific roles like the Attorney General. The bill also repeals outdated provisions in the Dog Law and Pennsylvania Climate Change Act that referenced the abolished entities. These changes streamline state governance by eliminating redundant advisory structures while updating related legal references.
Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentAbolishes Climate Change Advisory Committee, removing dedicated environmental oversight body without replacement, weakening climate policy coordination.90% confidence
Scott Hutchinson (R) · 11 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Oct 28, 2025

SB 1074: An Act amending the act of December 20, 1983 (P.L.260, No.72), referred to as the Public Adjuster Licensing Law, further providing for definitions, for license, for written disclosure of financial interest and for bond; providing for fees, for requirements and prohibitions and for separate pre-contract disclosure; and further providing for contract and for revocation, etc., of license.

SB 1074 updates Pennsylvania's 1983 Public Adjuster Licensing Law, directly affecting public adjusters who help insurance clients file claims. It requires adjusters to provide written disclosure of financial interests before contracts and mandates bonds to protect clients. The bill adds new fee structures, clarifies licensing requirements, and bans specific conflicts of interest. These changes aim to modernize oversight under the existing law without altering core licensing procedures. The bill is currently under review by the Appropriations committee.
Jarrett Coleman (R) · 2 co-sponsors
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