Rep. Justin Fleming

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Pennsylvania's tax laws to exempt first-time home buyers from state realty transfer taxes and grants local governments the authority to impose their own real estate transfer taxes. Under the new state provision, individuals who have never owned a single-family home in any state can avoid the transfer tax when purchasing such a property, provided that all buyers listed on the deed are first-time purchasers. Conversely, the bill allows specific local entities, such as cities, boroughs, and school districts, to vote on whether to levy a local transfer tax on property transactions within their boundaries. If a local government chooses to enact this tax, the exemption for first-time home buyers will not apply to that local levy.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a Public Transit Security Grant Program in Pennsylvania to provide funding for improving security at public transit systems. The program will be administered by the Department of Transportation, which will manage a new fund created specifically for these grants. To receive funding, transit authorities must submit applications that include a safety committee letter of support and may receive priority if they have the consent of the majority of their transit employees' associations. The legislation defines a safety committee according to federal regulations and outlines specific requirements for how grant applications must be structured and evaluated.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Pennsylvania laws to replace the existing Abortion Control Act with a new framework that reorganizes abortion-related offenses under a chapter titled "Reproductive Offenses." It removes previous requirements for informed consent, parental consent, and spousal notification while also eliminating penalties for physicians who perform abortions on fetuses of 24 weeks or more gestational age. The legislation further repeals restrictions on fetal experimentation and changes how insurance regulations are handled regarding abortion services, aiming to provide a clearer legal structure for reproductive health care in the state.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution formally recognizes May 2024 as "Menstrual Health Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania to highlight the importance of menstrual health and reduce associated stigma. The measure does not enact new laws or change funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to draw attention to issues such as access to hygiene products and comprehensive education. By acknowledging these challenges, the resolution aims to encourage further discussion and action on menstrual health within the state.

Maddy summaryThis 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.

Maddy summaryThis 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.

Maddy summaryThis 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.

Maddy summaryHB 2276 amends Pennsylvania's Tax Reform Code to impose an inheritance tax on property transfers exceeding $100,000. The bill directs that any transfer above this threshold be taxed according to the rates established in the existing code. This change directly affects individuals who receive inheritances larger than the $100,000 exemption limit. The legislation is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.