Rep. Tina Pickett

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Pennsylvania vehicle registration rules to allow special plates for individuals with specific disabilities and their immediate family members. It defines eligibility for these plates based on conditions such as blindness, limited mobility, respiratory issues, or heart disease, while also including parents and spouses of those who qualify. The legislation permits each eligible applicant to receive up to two special plates for their own vehicles and allows motorcycles to display an access decal instead of a full plate. These changes would officially designate the vehicles as being used by people with disabilities, with the new rules taking effect 60 days after the bill is passed.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House resolution designates September 11, 2026, as the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, Al Qaeda attacks within the state. The measure formally honors the victims, their families, and the first responders who sacrificed their lives during the events and subsequent recovery efforts. Additionally, it recognizes the service of military personnel involved in the global war on terrorism and encourages Pennsylvanians to remember the historical significance of the day.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania bill updates state laws to make it illegal to operate a watercraft if a person has completed a diversion program for a similar boating offense within the last 10 years. It also clarifies that evidence of alcohol or drug levels found more than two hours after driving a boat can still be used to prove impairment. Finally, the legislation adjusts how penalties are graded based on the number of prior offenses and whether an accident occurred.

Maddy summaryHB 1106 establishes a certification program for chiropractic assistants in Pennsylvania. To become certified, individuals must be at least 18, have a high school diploma, complete an approved training program, pass an exam, and meet background requirements. Certified assistants can only perform tasks delegated by a licensed chiropractor under direct on-premises supervision and must complete 16 hours of continuing education (including 8 in-person hours) every two years to maintain certification. The bill also makes minor editorial changes to the existing Chiropractic Practice Act.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates July 4, 2026, as "Knoebels Amusement Resort Day" in Pennsylvania to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Knoebels Amusement Resort, a family-owned park in Elysburg that opened on July 4, 1926. The resolution recognizes the park's history, including its origins as a picnic destination and its growth into a major attraction with over 50 rides and games. It highlights the Knoebel family's long-standing connection to the land and the park's resilience through various natural challenges, including multiple flooding events. The designation serves as a symbolic celebration of the resort's century of operation and its contribution to Pennsylvania's tourism and entertainment industry.

Maddy summaryHB 2173 updates Pennsylvania's Medical Practice Act of 1985 by adding new definitions and licensing requirements for medical imaging professionals. It specifically creates licensing categories for roles like medical imaging professionals, radiation therapists, radiologist assistants, and trainees, defining their scope of practice (including modalities such as MRI, CT scans, ultrasound, and nuclear medicine). The bill removes outdated provisions about radiologic procedures and education requirements while establishing certification standards through recognized medical imaging certification organizations. This directly affects healthcare workers performing imaging procedures, requiring them to obtain board licenses based on their certified modalities. The changes clarify professional responsibilities and ensure consistent training standards for these healthcare roles.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a symbolic resolution, not a law with policy changes. It asks the Pennsylvania General Assembly to officially commemorate June 6, 2025 - the 81st anniversary of D-Day - as "D-Day" within Pennsylvania. The resolution encourages local governments and communities to hold observances honoring the historical event and its sacrifices, but it imposes no new requirements or obligations on citizens, businesses, or state agencies. It is purely commemorative, reflecting on the 1944 Allied invasion of Normandy.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits airports and aviation businesses in Pennsylvania from using Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) data to charge fees to aircraft owners or operators. ADS-B is a technology that automatically shares an aircraft's location, speed, and other flight details with ground stations and other planes. The law makes it illegal for these entities to collect money based on this surveillance information and gives the state Attorney General the power to enforce the rule. The ban applies to any fees calculated or generated from this data within the state's borders.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the Artificial Intelligence Transparency Act, requires large companies in Pennsylvania that create or host generative AI systems with over one million monthly users to provide free tools for detecting AI-generated content. These covered providers must offer a publicly accessible tool that allows users to upload images, videos, or audio to determine if they were created by the company's AI and to reveal specific technical details about the content's origin without exposing private user data. Additionally, the law mandates that large online platforms and hosting sites make AI-generated content clearly visible to users and prohibits the sharing of certain personal information linked to AI systems. The legislation also establishes penalties for entities that fail to comply with these transparency and disclosure requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law to exempt internal records of volunteer emergency service groups, such as EMS, fire, and rescue companies, from public access. The legislation ensures that these organizations can keep their operational and administrative documents private unless the records specifically involve funding or resources provided by local municipalities under certain emergency service codes. By establishing these exemptions, the law aims to protect the privacy and autonomy of volunteer responders while still allowing public oversight of government-funded activities. The changes will become effective 60 days after the bill is enacted.