Rep. Bryan Cutler

Maddy summaryHB 1595 removes Pennsylvania's state-specific regulations for heavy-duty diesel vehicle emissions (25 Pa. Code Ch. 126 Subch. E) and replaces them with federal standards. It directly affects heavy-duty diesel vehicle owners, operators, and manufacturers in Pennsylvania who previously had to comply with the state's emissions control program. The bill's key mechanism is the immediate abrogation of Pennsylvania's program, making federal emissions standards the only applicable requirement for these vehicles in the state. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Maddy summaryHR 227 is a ceremonial resolution designating August 17-23, 2025, as "Little League World Series Week" in Pennsylvania. It recognizes the Little League World Series, held annually in South Williamsport, as a celebration of youth sports, community volunteers, and Pennsylvania’s historical role as the founding home of Little League (1939). The resolution encourages Pennsylvanians to observe the week by attending events, honoring volunteers, and supporting local youth sports. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but formally acknowledges the event’s cultural and economic significance to the state.

Maddy summaryHB 1563 amends Pennsylvania's Tax Reform Code of 1971 to update the process for filing state income tax returns. It directly affects taxpayers who submit annual income tax filings to the state. The bill specifies new procedures for tax return submission, though the exact details of the procedural changes are not provided in the available context. The bill was referred to the Finance committee on June 5, 2025, for further consideration.

Maddy summaryThis symbolic resolution designates June 2025 as "Life Month" in Pennsylvania. It calls on churches, businesses, and communities to celebrate the third anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision (June 24, 2025), which overturned Roe v. Wade. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial designation. It has no direct legal effect on individuals or funding.

Maddy summaryHB 1546 designates a specific stretch of Pennsylvania Route 164 (Cove Mountain Road) in Blair County as the "Representative Jerry A. Stern Memorial Highway." The bill honors Jerry A. Stern, a former Pennsylvania House representative who served the 80th District from 1992 to 2015 and passed away in December 2024. It directs the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to install and maintain directional signs naming the highway segment, which runs from Frederick Road in Taylor Township to Agway Road in North Woodbury Township. This is a ceremonial designation with no policy changes or direct impact on residents or legislation.

Maddy summaryHB 1536 modifies Pennsylvania's Public School Code to create new certification flexibility for career and technical education (CTE) administrators. It allows educators with a superintendent's letter of eligibility to become CTE directors if they have at least three years of relevant experience in CTE schools or districts and complete approved graduate-level training in CTE administration. The bill specifically prohibits the Department of Education from requiring a minimum time or percentage of duties dedicated to CTE supervision. This directly affects school districts seeking to hire CTE directors who may not hold traditional administrative certifications, streamlining their path to leadership roles in CTE programs.

Maddy summaryHB 1519 amends Pennsylvania's 1921 Insurance Company Law to require casualty insurance policies to cover mental illness treatments. This directly affects insurance companies writing casualty policies and policyholders seeking mental health services. The key provision mandates that insurers include mental health coverage in standard casualty policies, aligning it with other health coverage requirements. The bill focuses on expanding access to mental health care by ensuring it is covered under these specific insurance policies.

Maddy summaryHB 1489 establishes the Lifeline Scholarship Program, enabling eligible Pennsylvania students to receive financial assistance for tuition and fees at participating nonpublic schools. To qualify, students must be Pennsylvania residents, not have a high school diploma, and meet income criteria (household income below 350% of the federal poverty level) or reside within a low-achieving school's attendance boundary. The State Treasury administers the Lifeline Scholarship Fund, allowing parents to apply for funds covering tuition, school-related fees, and special education services at qualifying nonprofit nonpublic schools. This program amends the Public School Code of 1949 to create a new funding mechanism for student enrollment in nonpublic schools.

Maddy summaryHB 1470 proposes to amend the Human Services Code to establish a subscription-like model for GLP-1 agonists used to treat obesity within public assistance programs. The bill directs the state department to seek a waiver from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to allow the Commonwealth to enter into value-based arrangements with drug manufacturers. These arrangements are defined as "supplemental rebate agreements," where the Commonwealth pays an agreed amount per treatment up to a cap, after which additional treatments are provided at no cost. If federal approval is granted, the department would then develop regulations to implement this new payment system.

Maddy summaryHR 217 is a resolution that formally recognizes May 7, 2025, as "Philadelphia Eagles Day at the Capitol" in Pennsylvania. It also honors the 2024 Philadelphia Eagles for their victory as the Super Bowl LIX Champions.