Housing

signed · Pennsylvania · House Jul 20, 2026

HB 2559: An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Student Lodging, Inc., a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation, certain land situate in Millersville Borough, Lancaster County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the Philadelphia Housing Authority certain lands situate in the City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Corrections and the Governor, to grant and convey to Ferris Land Development, LP, a Pennsylvania limited partnership, certain lands situate in Benner Township, Centre County; authorizing the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Friends of Peace Church, a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation, certain lands and improvements known as Peace Church situate in Hampden Township, Cumberland County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the Borough of Danville certain lands situate in Danville Borough, Montour County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Gaudenzia Foundation, Inc., certain lands situate in the City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the City of Hermitage, certain lands situate in the City of Hermitage, formerly known as Hickory Township, Mercer County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey certain lands situate in the City of Nanticoke, Luzerne County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the consent and approval of the Governor, to grant and convey certain lands situate in the City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County; authorizing the release of Project 70 restrictions on certain lands owned by the Pennsylvania Game Commission in exchange for the imposition of Project 70 restrictions on other land in Sandy Creek Township, Mercer County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Penn Township Municipal Authority certain lands situate in Penn Township, Snyder County; and authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to release a use restriction and reversionary interest affecting certain real property located on the following campuses of The Pennsylvania State University: Dubois Campus, located in Dubois, Clearfield County; Fayette Campus, located in Lemont Furnace, Fayette County; Mont Alto Campus, located in Mont Alto, Franklin County; New Kensington Campus, located in New Kensington, Westmoreland County; Shenango Campus, located in Sharon, Mercer County; Wilkes-Barre Campus, located in West Pittston, Luzerne County; and York Campus, located in York, York County.

This bill authorizes the Pennsylvania Department of General Services to transfer a specific parcel of land and buildings in Millersville to Student Lodging, Inc., a nonprofit organization, for a nominal fee of $1. The property, formerly known as the Witmer Infirmary, includes approximately 0.31 acres with existing structures, and the transfer requires approval from the Governor. The legislation includes conditions that prohibit the use of the land for licensed facilities and allows the state to retain certain easements or add restrictions as it sees fit. If the sale is not completed within 24 months, the property may instead be sold through a competitive bidding process, with any proceeds going to the state's General Fund.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill transfers land to a nonprofit for student lodging, expanding affordable housing options for students.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 15, 2026

HB 2391: An Act amending the act of January 30, 1974 (P.L.13, No.6), referred to as the Loan Interest and Protection Law, in protective provisions, further providing for prepayment penalty prohibited.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's Loan Interest and Protection Law to ban prepayment penalties on residential mortgages taken out on or after its effective date. It directly affects homeowners with personal, family, or household loans by allowing them to pay off their mortgages early without incurring extra fees or charges. The law ensures that borrowers can clear their debt ahead of schedule without financial penalties, and the changes will become active 60 days after the bill is passed.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBanning prepayment penalties protects homeowners from financial barriers, allowing them to clear debt and potentially freeing up capital for future housing needs or reducing housing costs.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · Pennsylvania · House May 7, 2026

HB 2103: An Act amending the act of October 27, 1955 (P.L.744, No.222), known as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, further providing for the title of the act, for findings and declaration of policy, for right to freedom from discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodation, for definitions, for unlawful discriminatory practices and for prohibition of certain real estate practices; providing for protection of religious exercise; and further providing for powers and duties of the commission and for construction and exclusiveness of remedy.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's Human Relations Act to clarify that religious or fraternal organizations cannot restrict membership based on race, color, national origin, or ancestry to deny equal access to housing, employment, or public accommodations. It specifically updates Section 5(h)(10) to explicitly prohibit such discrimination under the guise of religious or fraternal affiliation. The change directly affects religious institutions, fraternal organizations, and housing providers operating under existing exemptions. The amendment takes effect 60 days after passage.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents housing discrimination by religious/fraternal organizations under PA Human Relations Act, aligning with tenant protection and equal access to housing.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAmends PA Human Relations Act to prohibit religious/fraternal orgs from discriminating in employment based on race/color/national origin, directly protecting workers' rights under employment standards.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · Pennsylvania · House May 1, 2026

HB 72: An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, providing for tenants' rights in cases of violence.

HB 72 amends Pennsylvania's 1951 Landlord and Tenant Act to create new protections for tenants facing domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking. It defines "eligible tenants" as those who are victims themselves or have an immediate family/household member (living with them or within 1,000 feet) who is a victim of these specific violent acts. The bill requires landlords to provide safety options like changing locks or relocating tenants without penalty upon verification from an "attesting third party" (such as a police officer or victim advocate). This directly affects renters in these situations by ensuring they aren't unfairly evicted or penalized for seeking safety due to violence.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill strengthens tenant protections by requiring landlords to provide safety options for victims of violence, directly addressing tenant rights under housing topic.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 25, 2026

HB 1492: An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, providing for use of criminal records to screen tenants; imposing duties on the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission; and imposing penalties.

HB 1492 amends Pennsylvania's 1951 Landlord and Tenant Act to regulate how landlords use criminal records when screening potential tenants. It would limit the types of criminal records landlords can consider and require the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission to establish guidelines for fair screening practices. The bill also imposes penalties for landlords who violate the new rules and mandates the Commission to monitor compliance with the updated screening standards. This directly affects landlords conducting tenant screenings and tenants whose criminal records might impact their housing applications.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeLimits criminal record use in tenant screening, promotes fair housing practices and civil rights, aligning with criminal justice reform goals by reducing barriers for individuals with past convictions.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingLimits landlord use of criminal records in tenant screening, preventing discrimination and strengthening tenant protections under fair housing practices.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Nov 5, 2025

HB 1882: An Act amending Title 7 (Banks and Banking) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in mortgage loan industry licensing and consumer protection, further providing for definitions, for exceptions to license requirements and for general requirements.

HB 1882 updates Pennsylvania's rules for mortgage lenders and strengthens consumer protections in the mortgage industry. It revises licensing requirements for mortgage loan originators, clarifies exemptions from needing a license, and adds specific safeguards for borrowers. The bill directly affects mortgage lenders operating in Pennsylvania and consumers applying for mortgage loans by changing how lenders must be licensed and what protections must be provided. These changes aim to streamline licensing while ensuring borrowers receive clearer information and fairer treatment during the mortgage process.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill strengthens mortgage consumer protections and lender licensing, preventing predatory lending that impacts housing affordability and borrower safety.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 24, 2025

HB 1095: An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in dockets, indices and other records, providing for limited access to eviction information; and requiring the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts to process records.

HB 1095 modifies Pennsylvania court records to limit public access to eviction information in dockets and indices. It directly affects tenants, landlords, and court clerks by restricting how eviction history is shared while requiring the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts to process these records under the new rules. The key provision creates a "limited access" system for eviction data, meaning the public cannot freely view these records as they currently can. This change applies specifically to eviction-related court documents within the state's judicial system. The bill passed the House on June 23, 2025, and was referred to the Judiciary Committee.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRestricts public access to eviction records, reducing tenant discrimination risks and strengthening tenant protections per bill's limited access provision.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 23, 2025

HB 734: An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, in tenement buildings and multiple dwelling premises, further providing for landlord's duties; and providing for tenant relocation.

HB 734 amends Pennsylvania's 1951 Landlord and Tenant Act to update landlord responsibilities in tenement and multiple-dwelling buildings. It specifically adds new requirements for landlords when relocating tenants, such as providing relocation assistance during building repairs or renovations. The bill directly affects landlords in older apartment buildings and tenants who may need to move due to property improvements or maintenance. These changes clarify and strengthen existing protections for renters in multi-unit housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAdds relocation assistance requirements and strengthens tenant protections during building renovations, directly advancing tenant rights under housing policies.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 18, 2025

HB 1250: An Act amending the act of November 24, 1976 (P.L.1176, No.261), known as the Manufactured Home Community Rights Act, providing for resident associations and group meetings; further providing for disclosure of fees; providing for reasonable increases in rent and fees and for justified rent increase to support extraordinary increases in operating expenses; and further providing for damages.

HB 1250 amends Pennsylvania's Manufactured Home Community Rights Act to protect residents in manufactured home communities. It requires community owners to allow resident associations and group meetings, and mandates 90-day advance notice for rent increases. The bill caps annual rent hikes at 2-4% (based on regional inflation data), prohibits increases during unresolved health/safety violations, and requires clear disclosure of all fees in leases. These changes directly affect approximately 150,000 manufactured home residents and community owners across Pennsylvania, aiming to prevent exploitative rent practices and stabilize housing costs.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingCaps rent increases at 2-4%, mandates 90-day notice, prohibits hikes during violations, requires fee disclosure - directly strengthens tenant protections and affordability in manufactured housing communities.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · Pennsylvania · House May 22, 2025

HB 1062: An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in neighborhood blight reclamation and revitalization, providing for State blight data collection system; and establishing the Property Maintenance Code Serious Violations Registry and the Property Maintenance Code Serious Violations Registry Account.

HB 1062 creates a statewide system for tracking neighborhood blight by requiring municipalities to collect data on property maintenance violations. It establishes a Property Maintenance Code Serious Violations Registry to list properties with repeated severe maintenance issues and a dedicated funding account to support blight remediation efforts. The bill directly affects Pennsylvania municipalities, property owners, and landlords in areas designated as blighted, providing local governments with standardized data to target enforcement. Key provisions include mandatory data collection by cities/towns, a centralized registry for serious violations, and dedicated funding through the new account to aid property rehabilitation. If enacted, this would standardize blight reporting and funding across Pennsylvania communities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes dedicated Property Maintenance Code Serious Violations Registry Account for blight remediation funding, advancing fiscal management of public services.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates statewide blight tracking, registry, and dedicated funding for property maintenance remediation, directly improving housing conditions and preventing deterioration in affected neighborhoods.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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