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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 25, 2026

SR 347: A Resolution designating July 18, 2026, as "Piping Plover Day" in Pennsylvania.

This Senate resolution officially designates July 18, 2026, as "Piping Plover Day" throughout Pennsylvania to honor the recovery of the endangered piping plover population. The measure directly affects residents and visitors of the state, particularly those who attend the annual Piping Plover Festival held at Presque Isle State Park. By setting aside a specific date for celebration, the bill aims to raise public awareness about the bird's conservation success and the collaborative efforts involved in its habitat restoration. This symbolic action recognizes the milestone of the species' tenth consecutive nesting season in the state after being absent for over 60 years.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill designates a day to honor the recovery of an endangered species, promoting conservation awareness and celebrating environmental success.85% confidence
Dan Laughlin (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 25, 2026

SB 295: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in certification of teachers, further providing for State certificate fee reduction.

This bill limits the fees charged by the Pennsylvania Department of Education for reviewing teacher certification applications to a maximum of $50. It directly affects individuals seeking state teaching certificates by capping the cost of the eligibility review process. The funds collected from these fees must be deposited into the Talent Recruitment Account. The changes become effective 60 days after the bill is enacted.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill reduces certification fees for teachers, lowering barriers to entry and supporting educator recruitment and access.85% confidence
Vincent Hughes (D) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 25, 2026

SB 1321: An Act providing for eligibility for State funds; imposing duties on the Department of Human Services; providing for investigations by the Department of Human Services and the Office of Attorney General; and imposing penalties.

This bill establishes rules requiring the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services to deny payments for medical claims that violate specific federal funding limits on services provided to minors. It mandates that the department and the Office of Attorney General investigate any suspected violations of these payment restrictions by healthcare facilities or practitioners. If a provider is found to have knowingly submitted non-compliant claims, the bill allows for the suspension of their eligibility to receive state funds and requires them to repay between two and three times the amount of the invalid claim. Additionally, the legislation imposes penalties for failing to produce records or cooperate with investigations into these compliance issues.
Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill restricts medical payments for minors violating federal limits and imposes penalties, limiting provider access to funds.85% confidence
Chris Gebhard (R) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 25, 2026

SB 1324: An Act amending the act of October 17, 2008 (P.L.1645, No.132), known as the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act, further providing for definitions, for registration of contractors, for procedures for registration as a contractor, for application fees, for home improvement contracts and for home improvement fraud; and making a repeal.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act to clarify who must register as a contractor and what work counts as home improvement. It expands the definition of a contractor to include independent workers hired by large retailers and raises the monetary threshold for required registration from $500 to $1,000. The legislation also adjusts the net worth threshold for exempt large retailers from $50 million to $50 million and adds specific exclusions for certain landscaping services and commercial conversions. Additionally, the bill introduces new requirements for out-of-state contractors to provide proof of good standing from their home jurisdictions.
Camera Bartolotta (R) · 4 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 25, 2026

HB 2540: An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Human Services Code, in public assistance, providing for transition to chip-enabled access cards.

This bill directs Pennsylvania's Human Services department to replace current Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program cards with new chip-enabled versions by January 1, 2028. The new cards will be provided free of charge to eligible recipients and will include security features like tap-to-pay technology to prevent benefit theft. The department must issue regular reports on the transition progress to state legislators and take steps to secure funding, including applying for federal grants.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates adoption of chip-enabled cards with security features to prevent benefit theft, enhancing cybersecurity and digital infrastructure.85% confidence
Dan Williams (D) · 32 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 25, 2026

HB 2544: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in professional employees, further providing for compensation plans for school administrators.

HB 2544 updates Pennsylvania's Public School Code to establish a formal framework for negotiating compensation and benefits plans for school administrators, including principals and assistant principals. The bill requires school boards to meet with administrators in good faith to create written agreements covering salary schedules, fringe benefits, and performance evaluation processes. These agreements must remain in effect for at least one school year but no longer than five, and they include a nonbinding mediation step for resolving disputes before potential legal appeals. The legislation applies to all public school entities in the state and maintains existing restrictions on strikes while clarifying the definitions of administrative roles and employer responsibilities.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes a formal framework for negotiating compensation and benefits for school administrators, enhancing their professional standing and stability.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes a formal framework for negotiating compensation and benefits for school administrators, explicitly supporting collective bargaining and worker rights.85% confidence
Paul Takac (D) · 13 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 25, 2026

HB 2551: An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in powers and duties in general, providing for certain text-based communications prohibited.

This bill prohibits Pennsylvania state agencies from using text messages to collect unpaid fines, fees, or tolls or to notify individuals about such charges. It defines a text-based communication as any written message sent on a mobile device, explicitly excluding standard email. The law applies to all Commonwealth agencies as currently defined by state statute and will become effective 60 days after passage.
Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts the use of text-based communications for government notifications, limiting a common digital interaction method.85% confidence
Mary Isaacson (D) · 27 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 25, 2026

HB 2224: An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rates and distribution systems, providing for return on equity; in service and facilities, further providing for billing procedures; and, in restructuring of electric utility industry, further providing for revenue-neutral reconciliation.

This bill establishes a new framework for Pennsylvania public utilities to earn a return on their equity investments, directly affecting investor-owned electric, gas, and water companies regulated by the state commission. It creates a competitive auction process where utilities can bid to set their own return rates based on market conditions, while also providing a default rate of the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield plus 2 percent if no auction occurs. To support this system, the legislation requires utilities to separate their services into distinct legal entities and mandates annual reporting to ensure transparency. Ultimately, the law aims to determine how much profit these utility companies can make on their investments while maintaining oversight through the state commission.
Elizabeth Fiedler (D) · 30 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 25, 2026

HB 2388: An Act providing for rounding of certain payment sums paid by physical legal tender.

This bill, known as the Pennsylvania Common Cents Act, requires government agencies, municipalities, and public utilities to round cash payments to the nearest five-cent increment when collecting face-to-face sales. Specifically, totals ending in one, two, six, or seven cents will be rounded down, while those ending in three, four, eight, or nine cents will be rounded up. The rule applies only to physical cash transactions and does not affect payments made by card, check, or other digital methods. It takes effect immediately upon passage.
Nate Davidson (D) · 7 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 25, 2026

HB 2437: An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in unconventional gas well fee, further providing for Statewide initiatives.

This bill modifies how Pennsylvania distributes fees collected from unconventional gas wells, specifically directing 25% of those funds to a state account for bridge improvements. The legislation allows counties and municipalities to use these monies to repair or upgrade bridges regardless of whether they qualify for federal funding assistance. Additionally, it permits larger counties to allocate these funds toward improving bridges owned by public transportation authorities. The changes take effect 60 days after the bill becomes law.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill directs unconventional gas well fees to fund bridge improvements, increasing state funding for essential public infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directs 25% of gas fees to a state account specifically for bridge improvements and public transit authority upgrades.95% confidence
Nate Davidson (D) · 10 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 25, 2026

HB 2473: An Act repealing obsolete laws related to insurance.

This bill removes outdated Pennsylvania laws regarding insurance that are no longer in effect. It specifically repeals the Flood Insurance Education and Information Act of 1996 and certain sections of the Insurance Company Law of 1921. The changes take effect immediately upon passage, streamlining the state's insurance code by eliminating expired provisions.
Jen Mazzocco (D) · 10 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 25, 2026

HB 2207: An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in small business first, further providing for capital development loans.

HB 2207 increases the maximum loan amount for small businesses in Pennsylvania seeking capital development loans (for land, buildings, machinery, and equipment) from $400,000 to $2,000,000, or 50% of total project costs, whichever is lower. It clarifies that costs incurred during the 12 months before applying are included in the total project costs calculation. The bill directly affects small businesses applying for these state-backed loans through Pennsylvania's capital development program. The changes take effect 60 days after enactment.
Paul Friel (D) · 11 co-sponsors
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