Pennsylvania Bills

signed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 10, 2024

HB 660: An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in regulation of insurers and related persons generally, providing for pet insurance; and imposing penalties.

This bill establishes a legal framework for pet insurance in Pennsylvania, requiring insurers to provide clear definitions for terms like preexisting conditions and wellness programs. It mandates that policyholders receive a copy of their insurance policy and allows them to return it within 30 days for a full refund if they are not satisfied. The legislation also sets standards for how pet insurance policies must be sold and requires insurance producers to receive specific training. Finally, the bill outlines penalties for violations and gives the Insurance Commissioner the authority to create further rules and regulations to enforce these standards.

signed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 10, 2024

HB 1419: An Act amending Title 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in foreign associations, further providing for termination of registration.

This bill updates the deadline for foreign companies to submit their annual reports to the state of Pennsylvania. It changes the effective date for a specific reporting requirement from January 3, 2026, to January 4, 2027. The law applies only to foreign associations that were already subject to the previous reporting rules when this change was made.

signed · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 5, 2024

SB 37: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for definitions; in licensing of drivers, further providing for learners' permits and for examination of applicant for driver's license; in rules of the road in general, further providing for prohibiting text-based communications and providing for prohibiting use of interactive mobile device; in miscellaneous provisions relating to serious traffic offenses, further providing for the offense of homicide by vehicle and for the offense of aggravated assault by vehicle; in enforcement, providing for data collection and reporting relating to traffic stops; and imposing penalties.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's vehicle laws to update definitions, licensing rules, and penalties for traffic offenses. It specifically prohibits drivers from using interactive mobile devices, including those used in a hands-free manner, while operating a vehicle. The legislation also redefines certain serious traffic crimes, such as homicide and aggravated assault by vehicle, and modifies how penalties are applied for specific violations. Additionally, the act requires law enforcement to collect and report data related to traffic stops.

signed · Pennsylvania · House May 15, 2024

HB 1661: An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for schedules of controlled substances; and providing for secure storage of xylazine.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's Controlled Substance Act to include specific regulations for the secure storage of xylazine, a veterinary sedative. It directly affects veterinarians by requiring them to store xylazine under the same strict safety and protection rules currently applied to other controlled substances. The legislation ensures that veterinarians comply with existing pharmacy storage standards to prevent misuse or theft of the drug.