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All 25,661 Active 21 In committee 22,588 Passed 5,382 Signed 1,231 Failed 14

passed · Pennsylvania · House May 21, 2024

HR 406: A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2024 as "Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month" in Pennsylvania.

This resolution officially designates May 2024 as "Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month" within the state of Pennsylvania. It directly affects state residents by encouraging them to learn about and celebrate the history and contributions of Asian and Pacific Islander communities. The measure highlights specific historical events, such as the arrival of the first Japanese immigrant and the role of Chinese laborers in building the transcontinental railroad, to acknowledge the cultural significance of the month. By adopting this resolution, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives aims to foster greater awareness and appreciation of the diverse heritage present in the Commonwealth.

Patty Kim (D) · 30 co-sponsors

passed · Pennsylvania · House May 17, 2024

HB 847: An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for canvassing of official absentee ballots and mail-in ballots; and, in Election Integrity Grant Program, further providing for funding for elections.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's Election Code to clarify procedures for absentee and mail-in voting, specifically defining a new "pre-canvass" stage where election officials inspect and prepare ballots for scanning without yet counting the votes. It also expands how voters can request absentee ballots by allowing them to apply in person at county offices on the day before an election, provided they submit their application before 5 p.m. Additionally, the legislation adjusts the timeline for challenging absentee ballot applications and mandates that election boards provide two nested envelopes for each official absentee ballot to ensure proper mailing. These changes directly affect county boards of elections, which must implement the new processes, and qualified electors who wish to vote by mail or absentee ballot.

passed · Pennsylvania · House May 17, 2024

HB 1166: An Act providing for restrictions on the sale and application of high-PAH sealants; establishing the Safer Sealant Fund; imposing duties on the Department of Environmental Protection; authorizing certain municipal ordinances; and imposing penalties.

This bill updates the rules for selling and using high-PAH sealants, which are used in roofing and waterproofing projects, by setting a sales ban effective January 1, 2025, and an application ban starting January 1, 2026. It allows local governments to create their own laws to enforce these restrictions, provided they are at least as strict as a model ordinance that the state Department of Environmental Protection will draft. The bill also changes how fines are handled, permitting municipalities to collect and keep penalties for violations of their local rules rather than sending them to the state department. Additionally, it establishes a Safer Sealant Fund to manage money collected from these penalties.

Mandy Steele (D) · 17 co-sponsors

passed · Pennsylvania · House May 17, 2024

HB 1172: An Act amending Title 1 (General Provisions) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rules of construction, further providing for definitions.

HB 1172 amends Pennsylvania's General Provisions to update a specific legal definition by removing the phrase "thermal or other dissolution" and replacing it with just "or thermal." This change directly affects how certain terms are interpreted within the state's consolidated statutes. The bill does not introduce new policies or alter existing laws beyond this textual correction to the rules of construction.

passed · Pennsylvania · House May 17, 2024

HB 1169: 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 of the Department of General Services and its departmental administrative and advisory boards and commissions, providing for water bottle filling stations.

This bill is a minor technical correction that changes the word "within" to "of" in a specific section of the Administrative Code of 1929. The amendment does not introduce new policies or alter the powers of the Department of General Services regarding water bottle filling stations. Instead, it simply fixes a grammatical error in the existing text of the law. No new programs or funding are created by this change.

passed · Pennsylvania · House May 17, 2024

HB 1463: An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for definitions; in Commonwealth services, further providing for definitions relating to intrastate mutual aid; and, in emergency responder mental wellness and stress management, further providing for definitions.

HB 1463 amends Pennsylvania's health and safety laws to update and clarify the definitions of various emergency service roles and organizations. The bill specifically revises how terms such as "fire company," "volunteer fire company," "emergency responder," and "telecommunicator" are defined across multiple sections of state statutes. By standardizing these descriptions, the legislation ensures consistency in how the state categorizes firefighters, medical workers, dispatchers, and other personnel involved in emergency response and mutual aid. This update applies to all volunteer, municipal, and nonprofit agencies that provide fire protection, rescue, or emergency medical services within the Commonwealth.

passed · Pennsylvania · House May 17, 2024

HB 1626: An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Department of Military Affairs, establishing the PA VETConnect Program; providing for veterans' benefits and services workplace posting; and making an editorial change.

This bill establishes the PA VETConnect Program, which requires employers with more than 50 full-time employees to display a standardized poster about veterans' benefits and services. The poster must be placed in a visible area and include contact information for the Department of Military Affairs, resources for mental health and education, tax benefits, driver's license options, unemployment insurance details, legal services, and crisis line contacts. By mandating this workplace posting, the legislation aims to make support resources for veterans and their families more accessible within Pennsylvania workplaces.

passed · Pennsylvania · House May 17, 2024

HB 2150: 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, further providing for hours of operation relative to manufacturers, importing distributors and distributors; and, in distilleries, wineries, bonded warehouses, bailees for hire and transporters for hire, further providing for limited distilleries and distilleries.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's Liquor Code to update operating hours and permit requirements for alcohol manufacturers and distributors. Specifically, it allows manufacturers to operate until 2 a.m. on January 1st following December 31st and replaces the term "special occasion permit" with "manufacturer extended hours permit." The legislation also removes the phrase "on-premise" from several sections, broadening the scope of where these entities can conduct business. These changes directly affect liquor manufacturers, importing distributors, and bonded warehouses by clarifying their legal operating times and terminology.

passed · Pennsylvania · House May 17, 2024

HB 2174: An Act amending Title 64 (Public Authorities and Quasi-Public Corporations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Commonwealth Financing Authority, providing for Mixed-Use Revitalization Program; and establishing the Mixed-Use Revitalization Fund.

This bill modifies the Mixed-Use Revitalization Program in Pennsylvania to require developers using program funds to prioritize American-made supplies. It establishes a process where developers must notify their local municipality if a needed supply is not available domestically, allowing the public to file objections if they believe a suitable American alternative exists. The legislation defines "American-made" as items produced, manufactured, mined, grown, or performed within the United States. Ultimately, the requirement to use domestic supplies is waived for specific items only after a formal review confirms they are unavailable or insufficient in the U.S. market.

Justin Fleming (D) · 22 co-sponsors

passed · Pennsylvania · House May 17, 2024

HB 2202: An Act amending the act of July 22, 1974 (P.L.598, No.206), known as the Pennsylvania Minority Business Development Authority Act, further providing for activities and powers of the authority in general; establishing the Minority Business Development Program; and providing for reports.

This bill amends the Pennsylvania Minority Business Development Authority Act to update how the authority conducts its business development programs. It specifically revises the list of activities and powers granted to the authority, removing a provision related to item (iii) and replacing it with item (ii). These changes refine the legal framework governing the Minority Business Development Program without adding new funding or altering the core mission of the agency. The legislation also maintains the requirement for the authority to submit regular reports on its operations.

passed · Pennsylvania · House May 17, 2024

HB 2097: 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 coverage for blood pressure monitors.

This bill directs government health programs to cover the cost of medically necessary home blood pressure monitors for pregnant and postpartum individuals. The measure specifically defines "enrollees" as those receiving government-sponsored health care and limits the coverage to devices validated for clinical accuracy. It applies to programs such as the Children's Health Insurance Program and extends the postpartum period to one year following delivery. The changes will become effective 60 days after the bill is enacted.

La'Tasha Mayes (D) · 37 co-sponsors

passed · Pennsylvania · Senate May 9, 2024

SB 269: 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, further providing for imposition of tax; in gross receipts tax, further providing for imposition of tax, providing for transfers to Alternative Fuels Incentive Fund and further providing for establishment of revenue-neutral reconciliation; in tax credit and tax benefit administration, further providing for definitions; providing for volunteer certified emergency medical technician tax credit; imposing duties on the Department of Revenue; eliminating the tax imposed upon each dollar of the gross receipts received from the sales of electric energy; providing for the benefit of consumers and for a civil penalty; and making a repeal.

This bill modifies Pennsylvania's tax code to create special provisions for low-income individuals, allowing them to receive refunds or forgiveness of taxes owed based on their poverty income levels. For tax years before 2025, eligible individuals earning up to $6,500 individually or $13,000 jointly can get a full refund, while those earning slightly more receive partial refunds ranging from 10% to 90% depending on how much their income exceeds the threshold. The law also updates these income limits for tax years after 2024 to $10,000 and $20,000 respectively, with future adjustments tied to changes in the Consumer Price Index to account for inflation. Additionally, the legislation eliminates a tax on the sale of electric energy and establishes a volunteer certified emergency medical technician tax credit.