Pennsylvania Bills

passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 8, 2026

HR 480: A Resolution designating July 15, 2026, as "Court Appointed Special Advocates Day" in Pennsylvania.

This resolution designates July 15, 2026, as "Court Appointed Special Advocates Day" in Pennsylvania to honor the work of the state's Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program. The bill directly affects CASA volunteers and staff who provide free advocacy for abused and neglected children within the court system. By officially recognizing the date of the program's incorporation, the measure aims to highlight the contributions of these trained volunteers who help ensure the safety and well-being of vulnerable youth. The resolution serves as a commemorative gesture rather than establishing new laws or funding requirements.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

Jeanne McNeill (D) · 19 co-sponsors

passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 8, 2026

HR 488: A Resolution designating July 4, 2026, as "Valley Forge National Historical Park Day" in Pennsylvania in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Valley Forge National Historical Park.

This Pennsylvania House Resolution designates July 4, 2026, as "Valley Forge National Historical Park Day" to celebrate the park's 50th anniversary. The bill directly affects the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the Valley Forge National Historical Park by officially recognizing the date for commemorative purposes. It does not create new laws or change existing policies, but rather serves as a symbolic designation to honor the site's historical significance during its half-century milestone.

Tim Briggs (D) · 28 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 8, 2026

HB 2462: An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to civil actions and proceedings, providing for prohibiting agreements exempting recreational facilities from liability.

This bill prohibits recreational facilities in Pennsylvania from using contracts to exempt themselves from liability for injuries caused by a lack of safety equipment or trained staff. It directly affects commercial gyms, swimming pools, athletic centers, and amusement attractions by making such liability waivers unenforceable. The law defines required safety measures as having accessible surveillance cameras, first aid kits, and automated external defibrillators, along with employees trained in CPR, AED use, or certified lifeguarding. Any agreement entered into on or after the bill's effective date that attempts to release a facility from responsibility for these specific safety failures will be considered void.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 8, 2026

HB 2468: An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, in Agriculture Innovation Grant Program, further providing for funding.

This bill directs the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture to receive a minimum of $19 million in state funding for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The money is designated for the Agriculture Innovation Grant Program, which supports projects aimed at advancing agricultural practices and technologies. By amending the state's Fiscal Code, the legislation ensures this specific funding source is established and available to the department.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

Tarik Khan (D) · 17 co-sponsors

passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 8, 2026

HR 443: A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2026 as "Mental Health Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

This bill is a House Resolution that formally recognizes May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Pennsylvania. It does not change laws or allocate funding, but instead encourages government agencies, schools, businesses, and residents to increase awareness and understanding of mental illness. The resolution calls for communities to promote accessible mental health services and reduce stigma around mental health conditions. It is a symbolic measure intended to highlight the importance of mental health without implementing new policy requirements.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 8, 2026

HB 2214: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in supplemental funding for municipal highway maintenance, further providing for supplemental funding for municipal highway maintenance; and, in taxes for highway maintenance and construction, further providing for imposition of tax.

HB 2214 creates a new annual $5 million fund from Pennsylvania's Motor License Fund to support municipal bridge maintenance. It directs counties to distribute these funds based on the relative size of their county-owned bridges (using data from the National Bridge Inspection Program), and allows counties to use the money for bridges owned by municipalities within their jurisdiction. The bill also adds a 55-mill tax on liquid fuels, with 2% of the proceeds allocated to this bridge maintenance fund using the same size-based distribution method. Counties cannot receive less funding than the previous year unless their bridge size decreases or total tax revenue drops. This bill directly affects all Pennsylvania counties and municipalities responsible for bridge upkeep.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 8, 2026

HR 375: A Resolution recognizing October 18, 2026, as "Willie Thrower Day" in Pennsylvania.

This resolution designates October 18, 2025, as "Willie Thrower Day" in Pennsylvania to commemorate Willie Thrower, who became the first African-American quarterback to play in the modern NFL (for the Chicago Bears in 1953). It recognizes his historic 1953 milestone, his 1952 national championship with Michigan State, and his local legacy in New Kensington, including community honors like the Willie Thrower Award Foundation. The resolution has no legal effect or funding provisions - it is purely symbolic. It directly affects Pennsylvania residents through a state-recognized observance of this historical figure.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 8, 2026

HB 84: An Act amending the act of July 7, 1980 (P.L.380, No.97), known as the Solid Waste Management Act, in general provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in residual waste, providing for prohibition on road spreading and land application of oil and gas wastewater.

HB 84 amends Pennsylvania's Solid Waste Management Act to prohibit the road spreading and land application of oil and gas wastewater (including "tophole water" and "production water") for purposes like dust suppression, road deicing, or road bed stabilization. The bill directly affects oil and gas operators and municipalities handling this wastewater by banning these specific disposal methods, except for limited well-site applications under existing regulations. Key provisions include banning wastewater from being spread on roads or applied to land (except for well-site use per 25 Pa. Code § 78.60/78a.60) and prohibiting vehicles equipped to spread such wastewater. The law also clarifies that wastewater used for these purposes cannot be classified as a "coproduct" under department regulations. The bill takes effect 60 days after enactment.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 8, 2026

HB 1567: An Act providing for power plant host community benefit agreements between municipalities and owners of certain electric generating facilities, for power plant host community impact fees paid by affected facilities and fee uses; establishing public participation requirements; and providing for administrative fees and for duties of the Department of Environmental Protection.

HB 1567 requires municipalities to negotiate benefit agreements with owners of certain electric power plants, mandating that facilities pay impact fees to host communities. These fees must be used for local projects like infrastructure or community programs, with clear rules for public input during negotiations. The bill also sets administrative fees for the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to oversee compliance and enforce the agreement process. It directly affects municipalities hosting power plants and the facilities themselves, creating a structured framework for financial contributions to impacted communities.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 8, 2026

HB 1611: An Act amending the act of November 6, 1987 (P.L.381, No.79), known as the Older Adults Protective Services Act, extensively revising provisions relating to the protection of abused elderly; establishing a uniform Statewide reporting and investigative system for suspected abuse of the elderly; providing for protective services; prohibiting financial exploitation; providing for funding and for regulations; imposing penalties; and making editorial changes.

HB 1611 revises Pennsylvania's Older Adults Protective Services Act to create a uniform statewide system for reporting and investigating abuse, neglect, exploitation, or abandonment of older adults. It directly affects vulnerable elderly Pennsylvanians and their caregivers by establishing mandatory reporting protocols and prohibiting financial exploitation. Key provisions include requiring local agencies to use a standardized reporting system, clarifying definitions of abuse and exploitation, and ensuring protective services are available to those at risk. The bill also updates funding mechanisms and penalties for violations, aiming to improve coordination and response across all counties.

Maureen Madden (D) · 23 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 8, 2026

HB 1913: An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in particular rights and immunities, providing for permissible argument for damages.

HB 1913 would amend Pennsylvania's judicial procedure laws (Title 42) to clarify what arguments about damages are permissible in court. The bill specifically addresses "rights and immunities" in civil cases, potentially changing how parties can present damage claims during litigation. This amendment would directly affect plaintiffs and defendants in civil lawsuits seeking monetary compensation. The bill is currently under review by the Judiciary committee.

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 8, 2026

SB 576: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in mutual thrift institutions tax, further providing for imposition, report and payment of tax and exemptions.

SB 576 amends Pennsylvania's tax code for mutual thrift institutions, such as credit unions, by adjusting their annual tax rates on taxable net income. Starting in 2025, the tax rate will gradually decrease from 7.95% to 4.99% over seven years, with specific rates set for each year through 2031. The bill also revises the net loss carryover rule, allowing institutions to deduct losses from the previous ten years (instead of three) when calculating current tax, but the deduction cannot exceed the current year's net income. Mutual thrift institutions must report and pay taxes annually by April 15 under these updated rules.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

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