This bill requires the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission to conduct comprehensive audits of electric, gas, telephone, and water utilities with a plant value of at least $10 million. These audits must happen at least once every three years and will examine management performance, operating efficiency, financial controls, and customer service. The commission will also appoint an investigator to monitor utility responses to these audits and ensure ongoing management effectiveness. All audit summaries will be made public, while full reports will be shared with consumer advocacy offices, and the audits must be performed by independent auditors selected by the commission.
This bill updates Pennsylvania's emergency medical services laws to clarify rules for patient transport and insurance coverage. It defines "receiving facilities" as places where patients need further medical assessment after an ambulance response and requires protocols for handling behavioral health and substance use crises before transport. The legislation also mandates that health insurers cover emergency service payments when patients are treated and transported to these designated facilities, while simultaneously removing an outdated regulation regarding covered services.
This Pennsylvania House Resolution designates November 2026 as National Epilepsy Awareness Month to highlight the condition and reduce societal stigma. The measure directly affects the state legislature and the public by formally recognizing the month for educational purposes. It does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to promote understanding of epilepsy among Pennsylvanians.
This Pennsylvania House resolution designates October 13, 2026, as "Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day" to highlight the challenges faced by individuals with stage IV breast cancer. The measure formally recognizes the national #LightUpMBC campaign, which encourages landmarks to display teal, green, and pink lights in solidarity and promotes increased research funding for metastatic cases. By officially acknowledging this specific date and cause, the bill aims to raise public awareness about a condition that affects women when their cancer has spread to other parts of the body.
This House Resolution designates the week of September 20 through 27, 2026, as "Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Research and Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania. The bill aims to raise public understanding of this lung disease, which causes irreversible scarring and affects thousands of residents in the state. By officially recognizing this specific time period, the resolution encourages increased attention and support for improved diagnosis and treatment efforts.
This Pennsylvania House resolution designates the week of September 20 through 26, 2026, as "Surgical Technologist Week" to recognize the contributions of surgical technologists in the state. The measure directly affects surgical technologists working in hospitals and surgical centers by formally acknowledging their vital role in patient care. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to honor these healthcare professionals, following a similar national observance.
This bill designates November 2026 as Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month within the state of Pennsylvania. It aims to increase public understanding of the disease by encouraging educational programs and support initiatives for those affected. The resolution does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a formal statement to highlight the importance of early detection and research.
This Pennsylvania House resolution designates October 24, 2026, as "World Polio Day" within the state to honor global efforts to eradicate polio. The measure highlights the contributions of Rotary International and its partners, such as the World Health Organization and the Gates Foundation, in reducing polio cases by 99.9% since 1988. While the bill does not change laws or allocate funding, it formally acknowledges the organization's humanitarian work and encourages citizens to participate in the fight against the disease.
This Pennsylvania House Resolution designates September 2026 as "ITP Awareness Month" to highlight Immune thrombocytopenia, a rare autoimmune condition that lowers platelet counts and increases bleeding risks. The bill aims to encourage research and support for the more than 50,000 people in the United States living with the disease, which affects women aged 30 to 60 more frequently than others. By officially recognizing the month, the resolution seeks to educate the public about the challenges of diagnosing and managing ITP, which often requires specialized medical treatments like blood transfusions or spleen removal. This measure does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to raise visibility for patients and their families.
This Pennsylvania House Resolution officially designates September 2026 as Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month within the state. The bill does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change existing regulations; instead, it serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight the importance of thyroid health. By recognizing this specific month, the resolution aims to encourage public awareness and education regarding thyroid conditions and cancer prevention.
This House Resolution designates May 17, 2026, as "World Neurofibromatosis Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania to raise public awareness about this rare genetic condition. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight the importance of education and support for individuals affected by neurofibromatosis. Sponsored by nine representatives, the resolution acknowledges the condition's impact on health and the ongoing efforts of organizations like the Children's Tumor Foundation to advance research and patient care.
HB 1006 updates Pennsylvania's Milk Marketing Law to strengthen certification requirements for professionals testing, weighing, and sampling milk. It requires milk dealers to use only board-certified testers for butterfat analysis and certified weighers/samplers for milk pickup, with new applicants needing to pass exams and pay $5 fees. Certified testers must maintain test records for two years and display their certificates visibly at workplaces. The bill directly affects milk dealers, producers, and testing personnel by mandating standardized, verified measurement practices under the Milk Marketing Board.
