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signed · Pennsylvania · Senate May 6, 2026

SB 507: An Act amending the act of December 20, 1985 (P.L.457, No.112), entitled "An act relating to the right to practice medicine and surgery and the right to practice medically related acts; reestablishing the State Board of Medical Education and Licensure as the State Board of Medicine and providing for its composition, powers and duties; providing for the issuance of licenses and certificates and the suspension and revocation of licenses and certificates; provided penalties; and making repeals," further providing for definitions, for midwifery and for nurse-midwife license; and providing for certified midwife license.

SB 507 amends Pennsylvania's medical licensing law to reestablish the State Board of Medical Education and Licensure as the State Board of Medicine and update its structure. It directly affects midwifery professionals by creating three new license categories: midwifery, nurse-midwife, and certified midwife. The bill establishes specific requirements and definitions for these licenses under the board's authority. This change clarifies licensing pathways for midwifery practitioners within the state's medical regulatory framework. The bill passed final passage on October 21, 2025.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · Pennsylvania · House May 6, 2026

HB 1251: An Act amending the act of October 10, 1975 (P.L.383, No.110), known as the Physical Therapy Practice Act, further providing for definitions and for practice of physical therapy.

HB 1251 amends the existing Physical Therapy Practice Act (1975) to update definitions and clarify the scope of physical therapy practice. It directly affects licensed physical therapists and the state licensing board by modifying how practice standards are defined and applied. The bill focuses on revising specific terms and practice rules within the current legal framework, without specifying new restrictions or expansions. As a practice act amendment, it aims to ensure the law aligns with current professional standards and operational needs. (Note: Specific provisions are not detailed in the provided context.)

Gina Curry (D) · 19 co-sponsors

signed · Pennsylvania · Senate May 6, 2026

SB 848: An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in organization of departmental administrative boards and commissions and of advisory boards and commissions, further providing for State Planning Board.

SB 848 amends Pennsylvania's 1929 Administrative Code to update the composition of the State Planning Board. It adds two members appointed by the Senate President pro tempore (from different political parties) and two by the House Speaker (also from different parties), while expanding ex-officio membership to include eight cabinet secretaries and agency directors. The bill specifies four-year terms for Governor-appointed members and increases the board's required quorum from 13 to 14 members. These changes directly affect how the board is structured and who serves on it, without altering the board's policy responsibilities. The bill takes effect 60 days after enactment.

signed · Pennsylvania · House May 6, 2026

HB 797: An Act amending the act of May 25, 1933 (P.L.1050, No.242), referred to as the Second Class City Firemen Relief Law, further providing for requirements of membership, for married persons and pensions to surviving spouses and for eligibility of surviving spouses.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's Second Class City Firemen Relief Law to update pension eligibility rules for surviving spouses of fire department members. It modifies membership requirements for married firefighters and adjusts how pensions are calculated and provided to surviving spouses after a member's death. The changes directly affect married firefighters employed in second-class cities and their spouses who may qualify for pension benefits under this law. The bill focuses on clarifying and adjusting existing pension provisions rather than creating new benefits.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

Jessica Benham (D) · 25 co-sponsors

signed · Pennsylvania · Senate May 6, 2026

SB 867: An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions and for Accessibility Advisory Board; in Uniform Construction Code, further providing for adoption by regulations and for revised or successor codes; in training and certification of inspectors, further providing for education and training programs; and establishing the Accessibility Advisory Board Administration Account.

SB 867 creates an Accessibility Advisory Board to review and recommend updates to Pennsylvania's accessibility standards in building codes. The 11-member board - requiring representation from people with disabilities, architects, business, housing, and municipal officials - must assess new sections of the International Code Council (ICC) accessibility codes within 21 months of their publication. It establishes a 120-day public comment period and requires the board to apply three criteria (public safety, economic impact, technical feasibility) before voting on whether to adopt, reject, or modify changes. The board’s recommendations must be adopted by the Department of Labor and Industry within nine months, directly affecting municipalities, builders, and people with disabilities through updated construction accessibility requirements.

signed · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 1, 2026

SB 862: An Act amending Title 8 (Boroughs and Incorporated Towns) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in vacancies in office, further providing for filling vacancies in elective borough offices.

SB 862 updates Pennsylvania's process for filling vacant borough council seats. If a borough council fails to appoint a replacement within 30 days of a vacancy, a special board (composed of council members and one community member) must fill the seat within 15 days. If the board cannot act, it must petition a court to appoint a resident to serve until the next municipal election occurring more than 60 days after the vacancy. This affects boroughs by ensuring vacancies are resolved promptly to maintain full council representation.

signed · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 1, 2026

SB 997: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in motor carrier safety, further providing for Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee.

SB 997 updates Pennsylvania's motor carrier safety regulations by clarifying the role and duties of the Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee. The bill directly affects commercial trucking companies and the committee members who advise on safety standards. Key provisions require the committee to provide regular recommendations on safety practices and share updates with the state transportation department. This change aims to improve how safety guidance is developed and communicated within the industry.

Topics ✓ Transportation

signed · Pennsylvania · Senate Mar 27, 2026

SB 1218: An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, in licenses and regulations and liquor, alcohol and malt and brewed beverages, providing for Philadelphia 250 permits and further providing for special sporting event permits for public venue licensees; and, in distilleries, wineries, bonded warehouses, bailees for hire and transporters for hire, further providing for limited distilleries and distilleries.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's Liquor Code to create new permit types for alcohol-related events and businesses. It allows nonprofit organizations to obtain temporary wine and spirits auction permits for fundraising, while establishing a special "Philadelphia 250 permit" for establishments in Philadelphia to operate during the city's annual celebration. The bill also clarifies the definition of ready-to-drink cocktails and expands permit eligibility for certain community health organizations. These changes require businesses to pay application fees, complete safety training, and post permit information online, with the Philadelphia permit subject to city protest.

signed · Pennsylvania · Senate Feb 11, 2026

SB 327: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in the State System of Higher Education, further providing for definitions and for powers and duties of councils of trustees. Amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in employees, further providing for automatic certification.

SB 327 amends Pennsylvania law to establish specific certification requirements for police officers employed at Fort Indiantown Gap. It directly affects installation police officers at Fort Indiantown Gap who must meet three key conditions: complete basic training, fulfill required in-service training hours, and either hold active certification or have lapsed certification within the last two years with continuous service at the installation. The bill creates a clear pathway for these officers to maintain their certification under the state commission's standards. The law takes effect 60 days after passage, as specified in Section 2 of the bill.

signed · Pennsylvania · Senate Feb 11, 2026

SB 1036: An Act amending Title 73 (Townships) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, consolidating the First Class Township Code; and making a repeal.

SB 1036 would update Pennsylvania's laws governing First Class townships by consolidating the existing First Class Township Code into a single, clearer statutory section. This bill directly affects First Class townships across Pennsylvania, which are specific types of local governments responsible for services like roads and zoning. The key mechanism involves repealing outdated or redundant sections of the current code and merging them into a more organized structure within Title 73 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes. This change aims to streamline governance for these townships by reducing legal complexity in their operating framework.

signed · Pennsylvania · Senate Feb 11, 2026

SB 467: An Act authorizing the release of Project 70 restrictions on certain lands owned by the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, formerly owned by the Borough of West Mifflin Allegheny County, in exchange for the imposition of Project 70 restrictions on other land owned by the Borough of West Mifflin.

SB 467 allows the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission to remove Project 70 restrictions from specific lands it owns in West Mifflin (Allegheny County), while requiring the Borough of West Mifflin to accept Project 70 restrictions on other land it owns. This bill facilitates a direct exchange of land restrictions between the Turnpike Commission and the borough. The key provision is the mutual transfer of Project 70 restrictions between two distinct parcels of land owned by these two entities. The bill directly affects the land management and development rights of both the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and the Borough of West Mifflin.

signed · Pennsylvania · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 710: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in financial responsibility, further providing for required financial responsibility and providing for online verification of financial responsibility.

HB 710 updates Pennsylvania's vehicle financial responsibility rules by requiring drivers to prove they can cover accident costs. It directly affects Pennsylvania drivers who need to show proof of financial responsibility (like insurance) when registering vehicles or after incidents. The key change is creating an online verification system to replace paper documents, allowing real-time checks by law enforcement and state agencies. This simplifies the process for drivers and officials while ensuring compliance with existing financial responsibility standards.