Healthcare

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 10, 2026

HR 447: A Resolution recognizing the week of April 19 through 25, 2026, as "National Infertility Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania.

This bill designates the week of April 19 through 25, 2026, as "National Infertility Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania. It does not change laws or policies but serves as a symbolic resolution to raise public awareness about infertility issues and reduce associated stigma. The measure is sponsored by multiple state representatives and referred to the Health Committee for consideration. It highlights statistics about infertility prevalence and treatment costs to underscore the importance of awareness, but does not mandate any specific actions or funding.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill raises awareness about infertility, a healthcare issue, aiming to reduce stigma and improve understanding of reproductive health challenges.75% confidence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SR 258: A Resolution recognizing the month of March 2026 as "Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

This Senate Resolution formally recognizes March 2026 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in Pennsylvania to raise public awareness about screening and prevention. The measure does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a symbolic gesture to encourage residents to learn about colorectal cancer risks and follow recommended screening guidelines. By highlighting the importance of early detection and prevention, the resolution aims to promote healthier lifestyle choices and support ongoing efforts to reduce colorectal cancer incidence and mortality in the state.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareResolution promotes colorectal cancer awareness and encourages screening/prevention, supporting public health initiatives and patient health outcomes.85% confidence

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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 ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes mental health awareness and encourages accessible mental health services, aligning with support indicators for mental health services.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 9, 2026

HB 2268: An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, providing for health care site neutrality.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's Health Care Facilities Act to establish a new requirement for health care site neutrality, which aims to prevent insurance companies from charging different rates based on where a patient receives care. The law defines "campus" as the main buildings of a health care facility plus areas within 250 yards, and prohibits health benefit plans from applying different reimbursement rates for services provided on campus versus off-campus locations. Key provisions include defining applicable services such as outpatient evaluations, diagnostic services, and imaging, while excluding private practitioner offices and religious facilities from these requirements. The bill also establishes specific definitions for facility fees and health care contracts to ensure consistent application of the neutrality rules across various types of health care providers and facilities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes health care site neutrality to prevent insurance companies from charging different rates based on location, protecting patient access and ensuring fair reimbursement for services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals

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passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 1211: An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in casualty insurance, further providing for coverage for biomarker testing.

SB 1211 amends Pennsylvania's Insurance Company Law of 1921 to require casualty insurance policies to cover biomarker testing for medical assistance and Children's Health Insurance Program enrollees. The bill defines medical assistance and CHIP managed care plans as health care plans that use gatekeepers to manage services, explicitly including biomarker testing in this definition. This change ensures that insurance coverage for these specific health services is standardized under state law, subject to necessary federal approval. The legislation takes effect 60 days after passage.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands insurance coverage by requiring casualty policies to cover biomarker testing for medical assistance and CHIP enrollees, improving patient access to health services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Insurance Medicaid

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 19, 2026

HB 2304: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in licensing of drivers, further providing for issuance and content of driver's license.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's vehicle laws to exempt individuals aged 65 or older from identification card renewal fees if they have surrendered their driver's license due to a diagnosed physical or mental condition. The exemption applies specifically to those who surrender their licenses based on a health care provider's diagnosis, and the department may request proof of this medical documentation. The change aims to reduce financial burdens on seniors who can no longer drive for health reasons. The legislation would become effective 60 days after passage.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill reduces financial burden on seniors surrendering licenses due to health conditions, supporting access to healthcare services by removing renewal fees for those with diagnosed conditions.75% confidence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 16, 2026

HB 2292: An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in obstructing governmental operations, further providing for obstructing administration of law or other governmental function.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's obstruction of governmental operations laws to create a specific exception for healthcare facilities. It allows nonviolent obstruction of law enforcement entry at hospitals and emergency departments unless officers have probable cause and a judicial warrant for a specific individual. The law defines key terms like "health care facility," "emergency department," and "judicial warrant" to clarify when this protection applies. The changes would take effect 60 days after enactment and apply to all law enforcement officers within the state.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates exception for healthcare facilities, limiting obstruction charges and protecting civil liberties during medical emergencies, aligning with criminal justice reform principles.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates legal protections for healthcare facilities by limiting obstruction charges during emergencies, enhancing patient access and protecting healthcare operations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 1243: An Act amending the act of March 23, 1972 (P.L.136, No.52), known as the Professional Psychologists Practice Act, further providing for definitions, for State Board of Psychology and for powers of the board; providing for prescription certificate, for prescribing and administrative practices and for controlled substances; and further providing for refusal, suspension or revocation of license, for reporting of multiple licensure and for penalties and injunctions against unlawful practice.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's Professional Psychologists Practice Act to update definitions and expand the powers of the State Board of Psychology. It primarily affects licensed psychologists by clarifying what constitutes the practice of psychology and establishing new categories for those who hold prescription certificates. Key provisions include defining collaborative relationships between prescribing psychologists and primary care providers, setting standards for prescribing controlled substances, and outlining procedures for license suspension or revocation. The legislation also clarifies definitions for terms like "prescription certificate" and "controlled substance" to ensure consistent regulatory oversight.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands psychologists' prescribing authority and strengthens mental health services by enabling collaborative care with primary providers, improving access to mental health treatment.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Primary Care

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 3, 2026

HR 461: A Resolution recognizing the month of June 2026 as "Scleroderma Awareness Month" and June 29, 2026, as "World Scleroderma Day" in Pennsylvania.

This Pennsylvania House Resolution designates June 2026 as Scleroderma Awareness Month and June 29, 2026, as World Scleroderma Day within the state. The measure aims to increase public understanding of scleroderma, a rare autoimmune condition that causes skin hardening and can affect internal organs, by promoting awareness rather than implementing new policies or funding. The resolution does not change laws or allocate money but serves to highlight the disease and support ongoing research efforts at Pennsylvania universities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes awareness of scleroderma, a health condition, supporting public health education and research efforts without restricting or defunding healthcare.75% confidence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 18, 2026

HB 2270: An Act amending the act of November 21, 2016 (P.L.1318, No.169), known as the Pharmacy Audit Integrity and Transparency Act, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in pharmacy benefits manager contracts, providing for State pharmacy benefits manager.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's Pharmacy Audit Integrity and Transparency Act to update definitions for "specialty drug" and "spread pricing" while establishing a new role for a State pharmacy benefits manager. The updated definitions clarify which prescription medications qualify as specialty drugs based on cost, handling requirements, and patient needs, while defining spread pricing as when a pharmacy benefits manager charges more than it pays pharmacists. The bill requires the Department of Human Services to select a single third-party administrator to manage all pharmacy benefits for Medicaid recipients by July 2026, ensuring all managed care organizations contract with this designated manager. The procurement process mandates competitive selection with strict conflict-of-interest disclosures to prevent conflicts between the manager and other healthcare entities like pharmacies, drug distributors, or managed care organizations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens pharmacy audit transparency and defines spread pricing to protect patients from overcharges, improving healthcare integrity and access.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Prescription Drugs

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