Rep. Mike Schlossberg

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 120) recognizes April 2025 as "Financial Literacy Month" in Pennsylvania. It does not create new laws or allocate funds, but symbolically encourages state-level awareness of financial education. The resolution references the national origins of Financial Literacy Month (first recognized in 2004) and builds on prior federal recognition, including President Biden's 2021 proclamation. It urges continued efforts to advance financial literacy but has no binding effect on policy or programs.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 176 honors law enforcement officers who have died while serving, specifically commemorating Philadelphia Police Officer Jaime Junior Roman, who lost his life on September 10, 2024. The resolution expresses the House of Representatives' deepest sympathy to his family and all families of officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in protecting public safety. It serves as a formal expression of respect for fallen officers, without creating new legal requirements or altering policies.

Maddy summaryHB 502 establishes the Reliable Energy Siting and Electric Transition Board within the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. This board is tasked with creating a statewide process for siting large-scale electric generation and energy storage facilities (25+ megawatts for generators, 10+ megawatts for storage). Companies proposing such facilities can seek a "certificate of reliable energy supply" from the board. This certificate aims to ensure efficient development of new energy resources while protecting human health, safety, and the environment. The board comprises representatives from state agencies, labor, and industry, and has the authority to approve or deny applications for these certificates.

Maddy summaryHB 503 establishes the Pennsylvania Climate Emissions Reduction (PACER) Program, creating a state-run "cap-and-invest" system to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from the power sector. The program requires the Department of Environmental Protection to conduct Pennsylvania-run auctions for CO2 allowances, with specific rules for eligible participants, such as electricity generators and financial institutions. Revenue from these auctions will be directed into several designated accounts, including those for consumer protection, energy transformation, workforce enhancement, and low-income support. Upon the program's establishment, Pennsylvania would cease participation in other carbon auction programs related to the electric generation sector.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 33) designates April 2025 as "Limb Loss Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. It does not create new laws or funding but formally recognizes the challenges faced by people with limb loss, including emotional, physical, and financial impacts. The resolution encourages Pennsylvanians to acknowledge this month, celebrate individuals living with limb loss, thank caregivers, and honor military amputees. It directly affects the public by promoting awareness of a condition impacting over 2 million Americans, as noted in the resolution's supporting facts.

Maddy summaryThis bill, HB 1287, updates Pennsylvania's personal income tax provisions for low-income individuals and families. It increases the income threshold for full tax forgiveness or a refund from $6,500 to $10,000 for individuals and from $13,000 to $20,000 for married couples. The bill also introduces an annual cost-of-living adjustment for these poverty income amounts, based on the regional Consumer Price Index. This mechanism ensures that the eligibility thresholds for tax relief can increase over time, reflecting changes in the cost of living.

Maddy summaryHB 1279 requires Pennsylvania colleges and universities, as well as private licensed schools, to implement evidence-based education programs on sexual misconduct (including consent, bystander intervention, and risk prevention) for all students and staff. The bill mandates staff training, establishes confidential resource advisors for victims, and requires institutions to create online reporting systems and conduct annual climate surveys. It also sets data reporting requirements for schools to track incidents, creates a Task Force on Postsecondary Sexual Misconduct, and provides academic waivers for student victims to avoid penalties related to incidents. These provisions aim to standardize prevention, response, and support across institutions.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HB 1252) amends Pennsylvania's Credit Services Act to prohibit credit services organizations from discriminating against consumers based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. It specifically bans denying credit, increasing fees, restricting credit amounts, or imposing different terms for these reasons. The law allows organizations to still consider credit history and apply community property laws. This directly affects all credit services providers and their customers in Pennsylvania.

Maddy summaryHB 1267 creates tax credits for Pennsylvania businesses investing in semiconductor manufacturing or biomedical manufacturing and research. To qualify, companies must invest at least $100 million in a new facility, create 100 permanent jobs paying at least the prevailing wage, and meet local hiring and construction requirements. The tax credit can be calculated as up to 2.5% of the capital investment or up to $20,000 per job based on payroll taxes. Early stage semiconductor businesses (with under $10 million in revenue) must invest $3 million in R&D and receive a minimum $100,000 credit per year, with a yearly cap of $2 million for all such businesses.

Maddy summaryHB 1255 proposes a constitutional amendment to Pennsylvania's Constitution, adding Section 30 to guarantee employees the right to organize, bargain collectively over wages and working conditions, and protect workplace safety. It specifically prohibits laws that interfere with these rights, including bans on union membership as a condition of employment. The amendment must pass both legislative chambers and then be approved by Pennsylvania voters at the next qualifying election. This would establish a constitutional right affecting all Pennsylvania workers and employers, not just current labor laws.