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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 22, 2026

HB 1944: An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for recklessly endangering another person.

HB 1944 amends Pennsylvania law to create a "safe harbor" protection for individuals required to report suspected child abuse (mandated reporters) who report under Section 6308(a) of Title 18. The bill directly affects professionals like teachers, doctors, and social workers who have a legal duty to report abuse. Its key provision shields these reporters from legal consequences if they report suspected abuse in good faith, even if the report later proves incorrect. This change aims to encourage reporting by reducing fear of liability for honest mistakes. The bill is currently referred to the Judiciary Committee.
Paul Friel (D) · 14 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 22, 2026

HB 1967: An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in scenic highways, providing for designation of Allegheny River Boulevard as scenic byway.

HB 1967 proposes adding Allegheny River Boulevard to Pennsylvania's official scenic byways system under transportation law. This designation would officially recognize the corridor for its natural and cultural scenery, primarily affecting communities along the route and tourism-related businesses. The bill's key mechanism is a simple update to state transportation statutes to include this specific roadway in the existing scenic byway program, without creating new funding or regulatory requirements. The designation aims to promote tourism and preservation efforts for the area.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationDesignates Allegheny River Boulevard as scenic byway under transportation statutes, promoting tourism and official recognition within existing infrastructure framework without new funding or regulations.85% confidence
Joe McAndrew (D) · 14 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 22, 2026

HB 1941: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to operation of vehicles, further providing for obedience to authorized persons directing traffic.

HB 1941 amends Pennsylvania's vehicle code to clarify that drivers must obey authorized personnel directing traffic, such as police officers or emergency responders. This directly affects all drivers operating vehicles in Pennsylvania when encountering such personnel. The key provision specifies that drivers must comply with directions given by these authorized individuals to ensure traffic safety during emergencies or traffic control. The bill aims to strengthen existing traffic laws by making the requirement for obedience explicit and enforceable.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationClarifies driver compliance with traffic directors to enhance road safety during emergencies, strengthening traffic law enforcement.90% confidence
Roman Kozak (R) · 25 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 22, 2026

HB 2013: An Act amending the act of December 22, 1983 (P.L.306, No.84), known as the Board of Vehicles Act, in vehicles, further providing for unlawful acts by manufacturers or distributors.

HB 2013 amends Pennsylvania's Board of Vehicles Act to require that vehicle manufacturers and distributors have continuously offered electric vehicles for at least 12 months before owning, operating, or controlling up to five electric vehicle dealerships. This rule applies specifically to dealerships that trade solely in electric vehicles and are not part of an existing franchise arrangement with a manufacturer. The bill does not change existing franchise requirements but adds a new condition for expanding electric vehicle dealership ownership. The amendment takes effect 60 days after the bill becomes law.
Greg Scott (D) · 11 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 22, 2026

HB 853: An Act amending the act of May 25, 1945 (P.L.1050, No.394), known as the Local Tax Collection Law, further providing for notices of taxes; providing for removal of deceased spouse; further providing for installment payment of taxes; and providing for imposition of fees for collection of delinquent per capita, poll and occupation taxes.

HB 853 amends Pennsylvania's Local Tax Collection Law to change how local governments handle property and personal taxes. It requires clearer tax notices to residents, allows removing a deceased spouse's name from tax records without extra steps, and creates options for taxpayers to pay overdue taxes in installments. The bill also adds fees for local offices to collect late taxes on people (like poll or occupation taxes). These changes directly affect homeowners, renters, and local tax collectors in Pennsylvania municipalities.
Joe Webster (D) · 4 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 22, 2026

HB 852: An Act amending the act of December 31, 1965 (P.L.1257, No.511), known as The Local Tax Enabling Act, in collection of delinquent taxes, further providing for collection of delinquent per capita, occupation, occupational privilege, emergency and municipal services, local services and income taxes from employers, etc., for notice and for costs of collection of delinquent per capita, occupation, occupational privilege, emergency and municipal services, local services and income taxes.

HB 852 amends Pennsylvania's Local Tax Enabling Act to standardize procedures for collecting delinquent taxes. It specifically updates notice requirements and clarifies who bears collection costs for per capita, occupation, occupational privilege, emergency, municipal services, local services, and income taxes. Local governments collecting these taxes will now follow uniform rules for notifying taxpayers about delinquencies and accounting for administrative expenses. The bill does not change tax rates or create new taxes, but streamlines the enforcement process for existing local tax collections. This procedural update directly affects municipalities and tax collectors managing these specific revenue streams.
Joe Webster (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 18, 2026

SB 1380: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in institutions of higher education, establishing the PA WORKS Scholarship Grant Program and the trade career-incentive tax credit.

This bill creates the PA WORKS Scholarship Grant Program to provide financial aid to Pennsylvania residents pursuing specific trade careers in fields like construction, automotive repair, and welding at colleges and universities. To qualify for a grant of up to $5,000 per year, students must maintain satisfactory grades and sign an agreement to live and work in an in-demand trade job within the state for 36 months after graduation. The legislation also establishes a trade career-incentive tax credit for businesses that hire graduates from these approved trade programs.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a scholarship program funded by a tax credit, advancing fiscal management by incentivizing trade careers and utilizing tax policy to support public education goals.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates scholarship grants and tax credits to fund trade education, expanding access and financial aid for students.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill funds trade career education and incentivizes in-state employment, strengthening the labor workforce.85% confidence
Gene Yaw (R) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 18, 2026

SB 807: An Act amending the act of November 6, 1987 (P.L.381, No.79), known as the Older Adults Protective Services Act, in administration, further providing for immunity from civil and criminal liability; in reporting suspected abuse by employees, further providing for reports to department and coroner, for restrictions on employees, for confidentiality of and access to confidential reports and for penalties; providing for Older Adult Abuse Registry; and imposing penalties.

This bill, known as Alice's Law, strengthens protections for older adults in Pennsylvania by creating a statewide registry to track individuals who have abused or neglected elderly people. It requires facilities to immediately remove employees from duty if they are accused of abuse and to terminate staff members who appear on the new registry. The legislation also clarifies rules for reporting suspected abuse, ensuring that reports are sent to both the department and the coroner while maintaining confidentiality for the identity of the person who made the report. Additionally, the bill expands immunity for agencies and workers acting in good faith and increases administrative fines for facility owners or administrators who fail to comply with these new reporting and safety requirements.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens protections for vulnerable adults by creating an abuse registry, mandating employee removal, and clarifying reporting protocols, thereby enhancing accountability and safety within the justice system.85% confidence
Lynda Culver (R) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 18, 2026

SR 338: A Resolution designating June 10, 2026, as "Delco Day" in Pennsylvania.

This Senate Resolution designates June 10, 2026, as "Delco Day" in Pennsylvania to officially recognize the annual community event held in Delaware County. The bill highlights the event's purpose of raising funds for local charities, specifically noting the 2026 beneficiary, the HEADstrong Foundation, which supports cancer patients and their families. Additionally, the resolution honors several notable individuals from the county, including civil rights leader Ruth L. Bennett, comedian Tina Fey, and Olympic swimmer Brendan Hansen, to celebrate their contributions and legacy.
John Kane (D) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 18, 2026

SR 339: A Resolution designating the week of June 8 through 14, 2026, as "Union Organizing Week" in Pennsylvania, in honor of those workers who have fought for their right to organize and bargain collectively at their workplace.

This Senate Resolution designates the week of June 8 through 14, 2026, as "Union Organizing Week" throughout Pennsylvania. The measure directly affects workers and employers by formally recognizing the historical efforts of employees who have fought for the right to organize and bargain collectively. The resolution highlights the benefits of unionization, such as improved workplace safety and fair wages, while acknowledging the challenges workers face during the organizing process. It serves as a commemorative gesture rather than establishing new legal requirements or changing existing labor laws.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill designates 'Union Organizing Week' to honor workers' rights to organize and bargain collectively, explicitly highlighting benefits like improved safety and fair wages.85% confidence
John Kane (D) · 14 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 18, 2026

SB 1382: An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, in Pennsylvania Child and Dependent Care Enhancement Tax Credit Program, further providing for definitions and for credit for child and dependent care employment-related expenses.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's Child and Dependent Care Enhancement Tax Credit Program to align state tax credits with future changes in the federal tax code. It directly affects Pennsylvania taxpayers who claim credits for employment-related child and dependent care expenses by modifying how the credit amount is calculated. The legislation establishes a new "applicable percent" for tax years starting after December 31, 2025, ensuring the state credit matches the federal credit limits, which are set at $3,000 for one qualifying individual or $6,000 for two or more. By linking these two systems, the bill ensures that the state tax benefit remains consistent with federal rules for future taxable years.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands tax credits for child and dependent care expenses, providing direct tax relief to families and aligning state policy with federal standards.90% confidence
Maria Collett (D) · 15 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 18, 2026

HB 2429: An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in restructuring of electric utility industry, providing for hosting capacity maps.

This bill requires electric distribution companies in Pennsylvania to create and publish online maps showing how much additional power their local grids can support. These maps must be updated every two months and include details on available capacity, existing power sources, and any grid limitations that could affect new connections. The legislation also mandates that utilities provide clear, standardized information about reliability issues and planned upgrades to help customers and businesses plan their energy needs. Additionally, the bill establishes a process for individuals to request specific grid data and ensures that utilities cannot unfairly deny access to this information.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates hosting capacity maps to enable grid expansion and support new energy connections, facilitating renewable integration and infrastructure growth.90% confidence
Missy Cerrato (D) · 15 co-sponsors
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