Rep. Jim Haddock

Maddy summaryHB 1599 requires Pennsylvania electric distribution companies to join regional electricity grid operators (regional transmission organizations, or RTOs). It mandates that these companies submit annual reports by February 1st detailing all votes they cast or had affiliates cast at RTO meetings during the previous year. The reports must include a 20-100 word explanation of how each vote serves the public interest. The bill takes effect 60 days after enactment, aiming to increase transparency in utility decision-making within regional grid management.

Maddy summaryHB 129 updates specific definitions within Pennsylvania's Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law (enacted in 1968). It clarifies terms used in the law to improve consistency in how consumer protection rules are applied. This change directly affects businesses operating under the law and consumers seeking to understand their rights under the statute. The bill focuses solely on refining terminology, not altering substantive consumer protections or enforcement mechanisms.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates the week of September 15-19, 2025, as "Clean Energy Week" in Pennsylvania. It is a ceremonial designation with no new policies, funding, or direct impact on residents or businesses. The resolution highlights Pennsylvania’s existing clean energy sector - including solar, wind, and geothermal resources - and notes the state’s growth in clean energy jobs and production. It does not alter laws or create new obligations; it solely aims to recognize ongoing efforts in the clean energy field.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates October 24, 2025, as "World Polio Day" in Pennsylvania to honor global efforts against polio. It is a symbolic gesture with no binding policy changes or direct impact on individuals or organizations. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or alter existing policies. The bill was referred to the Health committee and later laid on the table without further action.

Maddy summaryHB 1710 updates Pennsylvania's vehicle registration and title system under Title 75. It repeals temporary registration cards and permits, requiring standard registration instead, and updates procedures for transferring registration and issuing plates. The bill also adds a road user charge for electric vehicles and clarifies fees for electronic registration plates. These changes directly affect vehicle owners, dealers, and state agencies handling registrations. The bill focuses on modernizing administrative processes and adding new fee structures for electric vehicles.

Maddy summaryHB 1431 repeals Pennsylvania’s prohibition on hunting on Sundays without written permission, making Sunday hunting legal statewide for those with proper authorization. The bill directly affects hunters by removing a longstanding restriction on Sunday hunting activities. Key provisions include eliminating the requirement for written permission to hunt on Sundays and updating regulations related to unlawful hunting devices, trespass on private property during hunting, and wildlife protection. This amendment became law on July 9, 2025 (Act No. 36 of 2025), modifying existing hunting rules under Title 34 of Pennsylvania’s statutes.

Maddy summaryHB 1703 would amend Pennsylvania's 1971 Tax Reform Code to change how personal income tax applies to businesses that pass income to owners, such as partnerships and S corporations. The bill introduces an option for these businesses to pay tax at the business level instead of having the tax pass through to individual owners. It also clarifies rules for taxing income from these businesses and handling taxes paid to other states. This change would directly affect business owners and Pennsylvania's tax collection process.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates July 17, 2025, as "100th Anniversary of American Legion Baseball Day" within Pennsylvania. It is a ceremonial resolution recognizing the centennial of American Legion Baseball in the state, with no binding legal effect or direct impact on individuals or policies. The resolution was adopted by the legislature on July 8, 2025, as a symbolic gesture honoring this youth sports program's history.

Maddy summaryHB 1705 amends Pennsylvania's 1951 Landlord and Tenant Act to require landlords to disclose flood risk information to tenants. It directly affects landlords and tenants by mandating that flood risk data be made available on a public website, rather than solely through lease documents. The key provision creates a new requirement for landlords to provide access to this flood risk information via an online platform, improving transparency about property flood hazards. This change updates how flood risk disclosures are delivered under the existing law.

Maddy summaryHB 1234 amends Pennsylvania's Human Services Code to require public assistance programs to cover the cost of blood pressure monitors for eligible recipients. This change directly affects individuals enrolled in state public assistance programs who need blood pressure monitoring for health management. The bill adds blood pressure monitors to the list of covered medical equipment under the public assistance program, ensuring these devices are provided without cost to recipients. It does not change eligibility requirements but expands existing coverage to include this specific monitoring tool. The bill passed final passage on July 1, 2025, and was referred to the Health & Human Services committee.