Rep. Milou Mackenzie

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House Resolution designates November 2024 as "Veterans and Military Families Month" to honor the state's large veteran population and their families. The measure serves as a symbolic gesture to acknowledge the sacrifices made by service members and to highlight the support provided by the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. It does not create new laws or funding but directs a copy of the resolution to the relevant state department for record-keeping.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Health Care Workplace Violence Prevention Act to require health facilities, including hospitals and nursing homes, to report incidents of workplace violence to law enforcement and maintain records of such events for at least two years. It mandates that facilities provide employees with clear methods to report violence or suggest prevention measures without fear of retaliation, while also protecting staff who file false reports or act as perpetrators. Additionally, the legislation enhances the grading of certain criminal offenses that constitute workplace violence and requires facilities to post signage related to these safety measures.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania resolution designates August 21, 2024, as "National Senior Citizens Day" to honor the state's 2.5 million residents aged 65 and older. The measure encourages all residents to personally check in with their elderly loved ones and express appreciation for their contributions. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to raise awareness about the challenges seniors face, such as isolation and limited income.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the membership rules for Pennsylvania's State Veterans' Commission to ensure broader representation of different veteran groups. It mandates that the commission include representatives from sixteen specific national veterans' organizations, such as the American Legion and VFW, along with four members appointed by the Governor who must be female or Vietnam-era veterans. The legislation also clarifies the roles of state-level leaders from the American Legion, Disabled American Veterans, and Veterans of Foreign Wars as nonvoting members. These changes aim to modernize the commission's composition while maintaining its existing structure under Pennsylvania law.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Pennsylvania's Outpatient Psychiatric Oversight Act to clarify who qualifies as an advanced practice professional and to define how telehealth technology is used in mental health care. It allows certified nurse practitioners and physician assistants to provide psychiatric services remotely, provided they obtain mental health certification within two years of hiring or the law's effective date. The legislation requires that at least 50% of treatment and supervision be delivered in person, though clinics can request a waiver to increase remote care if they have a nearby physical facility ready to see patients within 10 days of referral. Additionally, the bill removes outdated regulations and establishes new rules for clinic leadership, ensuring that a psychiatrist oversees treatment standards and participates in regular staff meetings.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania bill restricts public universities from requiring students or employees to take ideological oaths or provide statements about their race, ethnicity, or views on diversity and social justice. It also bans institutions from creating diversity, equity, and inclusion offices or hiring staff dedicated to those roles. Additionally, the law prohibits mandatory training on these topics and requires universities to include specific language in their mission statements and handbooks regarding academic freedom. Institutions that violate these rules regarding diversity could face the revocation of tenure for affected faculty members.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to officially recognize October 2024 as "Energy Awareness Month" within the state. It does not create new laws or change any regulations but serves as a symbolic resolution to highlight the importance of managing energy resources. The text supports this recognition by citing statistics on Pennsylvania's energy production and the growing use of energy-efficient products and renewable sources like wind and solar. Ultimately, the measure is a commemorative action intended to raise public awareness rather than to alter policy or affect specific groups directly.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Pennsylvania Election Code to require the Secretary of the Commonwealth to create a public website for reporting election results. The site must display data for each race showing how many precincts have reported their votes and how many remain unreported, with this information available from the election day until all results are certified. The change directly affects the Secretary of the Commonwealth's duties and provides voters with real-time visibility into election progress. The law is set to take effect 60 days after being signed.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Pennsylvania's fishing and hunting laws to provide special license benefits for state corrections officers and law enforcement officers. It allows these eligible residents to purchase an annual fishing license for just one dollar and grants them a resident hunting license with a one-dollar fee. To qualify, officers must provide employment documentation proving they work in these roles within the Commonwealth. The legislation also sets the specific costs for these discounted licenses and allows the state commission to create regulations to implement the changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes adding a new crime in Pennsylvania that makes it illegal to use social media platforms to commit, encourage, or help others commit a felony. It defines social media sites as online spaces where users primarily post their own content, while excluding traditional news websites and email services. If someone is convicted of using these platforms to facilitate a felony, they could face a fine of up to $15,000, imprisonment for up to seven years, or both. The law treats each separate instance of using social media for this purpose as a distinct crime.