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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Apr 23, 2026

HB 2447: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.

This bill modifies Pennsylvania's sales tax code to temporarily exempt the purchase of firearm safety devices from sales tax. The exemption applies to items such as gun safes, vaults, lockers, and various types of locks, but only during a six-month window starting when the law takes effect. To qualify for the tax break, an individual must place their order and pay for the device within that six-month period, regardless of when the item is actually delivered. The Department of Revenue is required to publish online guidance to help consumers understand how to use this exclusion. The changes are scheduled to become effective on July 1, 2026, or immediately if enacted sooner.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides temporary tax relief on firearm safety devices, reducing the financial burden on consumers and promoting responsible gun ownership.75% confidence
Chad Reichard (R) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SR 283: A Resolution honoring the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson.

This Senate Resolution honors the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson, a prominent civil rights leader and activist who passed away in February 2026. The document outlines his significant contributions to social justice, including his work with the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, Operation Breadbasket, and Operation PUSH, as well as his role in organizing the Black Political Convention and his two presidential campaigns. The resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of his impact on movements for racial equality, economic justice, and peace both domestically and internationally.
Sharif Street (D) · 20 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 1264: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for consumer gas tax relief and for Commonwealth indebtedness.

This bill temporarily eliminates the state gas tax for drivers in Pennsylvania for a period of 60 days. To fund this tax relief, the state will issue $435 million in debt to cover the lost revenue. The borrowed money will be used specifically to pay for the financial costs of highway and bridge construction and maintenance projects. The state will repay this debt using funds from the Motor License Fund, which collects fees from vehicle owners.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides consumer gas tax relief and funds highway/bridge projects, aligning with fiscal support indicators.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds highway and bridge construction/maintenance via debt, directly advancing transportation infrastructure.95% confidence
Lisa Boscola (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 1301: An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's Unemployment Compensation Law to clarify how the state defines "employment." Specifically, it adds a provision stating that temporary, seasonal labor performed by aliens admitted under specific federal immigration categories does not count as employment for unemployment compensation purposes. The change directly affects the Department of Labor and Industry by updating the rules used to determine eligibility for benefits. The legislation applies to services performed on or after its effective date, which is set to occur 60 days after enactment.
Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts access to unemployment benefits for aliens in specific categories, limiting immigrant protections and services.85% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBill restricts unemployment benefits for specific alien workers by redefining 'employment' to exclude their labor, limiting worker protections.85% confidence
Carolyn Comitta (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 1265: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for consumer diesel fuel tax relief and for Commonwealth indebtedness.

This bill temporarily removes the tax on diesel fuel in Pennsylvania for a 60-day period to provide relief to consumers and businesses using the fuel. To fund this tax break, the state will take on $197 million in new debt, with repayment coming from the Motor License Fund. The borrowed money will be used to cover the financial costs of highway and bridge maintenance or construction projects during the tax relief period.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides temporary consumer diesel fuel tax relief, directly advancing the topic of tax policy and budgetary measures for public benefit.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds highway and bridge maintenance/construction via debt to offset diesel tax relief, directly supporting transportation infrastructure.85% confidence
Lisa Boscola (D)
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SR 289: A Resolution designating the week of April 26 through May 2, 2026, as "Jewish Day Schools Week" in Pennsylvania.

This Senate Resolution designates the week of April 26 through May 2, 2026, as "Jewish Day Schools Week" in Pennsylvania to recognize the state's 34 Jewish day schools. The measure expresses appreciation for these institutions, which educate over 440,000 Jewish Pennsylvanians and provide cultural and religious instruction. The resolution highlights the schools' role in fostering community, offering bilingual education, and connecting students to global Jewish networks. It also notes that these schools have produced notable alumni such as Seth Rogen and Natalie Portman. This is a ceremonial designation with no changes to laws or funding.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill recognizes Jewish day schools, fostering community and cultural education, indirectly supporting educational access and diversity.75% confidence
Steve Santarsiero (D) · 11 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 1291: An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in service and facilities, providing for advanced transmission technologies.

This bill requires electric distribution companies in Pennsylvania to submit evidence showing how they plan to use advanced transmission technologies when applying to build new power lines. Under the new rules, proposed projects will only be approved if the commission determines that feasible and cost-effective technologies are used to achieve at least two specific goals, such as avoiding new construction, increasing system capacity, or reducing environmental impacts. The legislation also allows companies to recover any extra costs associated with these upgrades through approved tariffs and defines specific technologies like dynamic line rating and high-performance conductors.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates use of advanced transmission tech to increase capacity and reduce environmental impacts, strengthening energy infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates use of advanced transmission technologies to reduce environmental impacts and avoid new construction, directly strengthening environmental protection.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates the use of advanced transmission technologies to improve grid capacity and reduce environmental impacts, directly advancing technological adoption in infrastructure.85% confidence
Tim Kearney (D) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Apr 23, 2026

HB 2448: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's Tax Reform Code to temporarily exempt the sales and use tax on bicycles, bicycle parts, and helmets. The exemption applies only to individual buyers purchasing these items for personal, non-business use during a six-month window starting when the law takes effect. The legislation defines eligible items to include standard bikes, adaptive models, and various types of e-bicycles, while specifying that the tax break is valid if the purchase is made within the timeframe even if delivery occurs later. A department of revenue notice will be published online to guide the public on how to claim this temporary exclusion.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides temporary sales tax exemptions for bicycles and helmets, offering tax relief to individual buyers for essential personal items.85% confidence
Parke Wentling (R) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SR 290: A Resolution recognizing April 29, 2026, as "World Wish Day" in Pennsylvania.

This Senate Resolution designates April 29, 2026, as "World Wish Day" throughout Pennsylvania to honor the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The measure serves as a symbolic recognition of the organization's work granting wishes to children with critical illnesses and does not create any new laws or require funding. By acknowledging the anniversary of the first wish granted in 1980, the resolution highlights the foundation's impact on children's well-being and community spirit.
Lynda Culver (R) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 1300: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, providing for exemption from tax for early withdrawal from certain accounts.

This Pennsylvania bill, SB 1300, amends the state's personal income tax code to allow tax-free withdrawals from certain retirement accounts for specific life events. It directly affects Pennsylvania residents who hold these accounts and plan to access funds for a child's birth or adoption or to purchase a first-time home. Under the new provisions, parents may withdraw up to $5,000 individually or $10,000 combined per child, while first-time homebuyers can withdraw up to $10,000. The legislation aligns state tax treatment with federal exemptions for these categories of early withdrawals. These tax exemptions will apply to tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2027.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief by allowing tax-free withdrawals for specific life events, directly advancing the tax topic area.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill allows tax-free withdrawals for first-time home purchases, providing financial assistance that supports housing acquisition.75% confidence
Nick Pisciottano (D) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 1297: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in Computer Data Center Equipment Incentive Program, further providing for application for certification and for separation of facilities, providing for additional eligibility requirements, further providing for notification, for revocation of certification, for application for certification and for separation of facilities, providing for additional eligibility requirements and further providing for notification and records and for revocation of certification.

This Pennsylvania bill updates the state's Computer Data Center Equipment Incentive Program by adding new eligibility requirements that will take effect on January 1, 2030. To qualify for tax incentives, data centers must purchase 100% of their electricity from renewable sources and demonstrate investments in environmental management and energy efficiency by meeting specific green building standards. The legislation also allows owners to separate facilities into multiple certified units and establishes procedures for notifying the state of compliance and revoking certifications if requirements are not met.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill strengthens the state's fiscal management by updating tax incentives to require renewable energy and efficiency, promoting long-term economic sustainability.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates 100% renewable electricity for data centers and requires energy efficiency investments, directly advancing clean energy goals.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates renewable energy and efficiency standards for data centers, promoting sustainable technology infrastructure.85% confidence
Tim Kearney (D) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SR 276: A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to ban insider stock trading and betting in prediction markets.

This Pennsylvania Senate resolution urges the U.S. Congress to pass a law banning insider stock trading and betting in prediction markets for top federal officials. The proposed legislation would prohibit members of Congress, the President, the Vice President, and Cabinet members from buying or selling stocks, derivatives, or other securities that could be influenced by their access to nonpublic government information. Additionally, the bill seeks to forbid these officials from placing financial bets on outcomes related to government actions, policy decisions, or national security events. If enacted, the law would require these officials to divest their holdings within a set timeframe and establish an independent authority to enforce penalties for violations.
Lindsey Williams (D) · 9 co-sponsors
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