Rep. Mike Schlossberg

Maddy summaryThis bill expands the ability for various organizations in Pennsylvania, such as colleges, sports leagues, restaurants, and law enforcement agencies, to legally obtain and use epinephrine auto-injectors for people experiencing severe allergic reactions. It allows health care providers to prescribe these devices to these entities and designates specific staff members who have completed required training to store and administer them. The legislation also provides legal protection from liability for these organizations and trained individuals who use the devices in good faith, while clarifying that administering the medication does not constitute the practice of medicine. Additionally, the bill mandates that day-care facilities provide informational materials to parents about allergy symptoms and the new rules regarding auto-injectors.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Pennsylvania laws to hold certain relatives financially responsible for the long-term care costs of indigent family members who receive state medical assistance. It specifically targets spouses, children, and parents, requiring them to pay a portion of the costs for nursing home or home-based services if they have transferred assets or failed to cooperate with the eligibility process. The legislation sets specific payment limits based on the liable relative's income and allows courts to impose jail sentences of up to six months for those who intentionally refuse to comply with support orders. Additionally, the bill clarifies definitions for courts and the Department of Human Services while removing outdated references to public welfare agencies.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new state program to educate the public and healthcare providers about medication-induced movement disorders, which are neurological side effects caused by long-term use of certain mental health medications. The Department of Health will lead this initiative in collaboration with various state agencies to create screening guidelines, clinical best practices, and educational materials for doctors and facilities serving at-risk populations. The program also aims to reduce stigma surrounding these conditions by providing awareness resources for the general public and public safety officers, with all information made available online and distributed to healthcare providers.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Pennsylvania's State Lottery Law to expand eligibility for the Pharmaceutical Assistance Contract for the Elderly Needs Enhancement Tier. It directly affects elderly residents whose income currently falls between $14,500 and $33,500 for single individuals or $17,700 and $41,500 for married couples, raising the upper income limits to $43,500 and $51,500 respectively. The legislation also clarifies that income figures reported for eligibility purposes can be rounded to the nearest whole dollar. The changes are set to take effect 60 days after the bill becomes law.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Pennsylvania's Landlord and Tenant Act to require landlords to explicitly disclose parking availability and any associated fees in written leases. It also prohibits landlords from changing or adding parking fees during the lease term. If a landlord fails to provide this information, tenants can file a complaint in a lower court, and if the violation is confirmed, the landlord must pay the tenant's parking costs for the lease duration. The changes directly affect residential landlords and tenants by increasing transparency regarding parking arrangements and offering a legal remedy for non-compliance.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Pennsylvania's Vital Statistics Law to clarify the fees charged for certified copies of vital records. It ensures that no fees are required for these copies when requested by active-duty military personnel, their dependents, or the families of service members who died or were honorably discharged. The change specifically applies to members of the armed forces, including the National Guard, and their eligible family members. The new fee exemption takes effect 60 days after the bill is enacted.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Pennsylvania Department of General Services to provide free menstrual hygiene products in at least 50% of bathrooms across all state buildings. The department must install dispensing machines and disposal receptacles while posting signs to inform the public that these items are available at no cost. The law defines menstrual hygiene products as tampons, sanitary napkins, or pads, and excludes unused or non-public buildings from this requirement. It takes effect 60 days after passage.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a pilot program to provide extra pay to child-care workers in Pennsylvania who care for infants and toddlers under the age of four. The goal is to help these centers retain staff by making their salaries more competitive with those of pre-kindergarten teachers. The Department of Public Welfare will set the specific pay amounts, which can vary by county and depend on the worker's education level, while ensuring the extra money is used only to increase wages rather than replace existing funds. The program is scheduled to run for three school years, after which the department will report results to the General Assembly to decide if it should continue.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new state program to provide insurance and financial assistance for property damage caused by landslides and subsidence resulting from coal and clay mining. It creates a dedicated insurance board and fund to administer coverage for homeowners and businesses in affected areas, particularly in southwestern Pennsylvania. The legislation outlines how premiums will be set, how claims will be processed, and how the program will be funded through an insurance fund and a separate assistance fund. Additionally, the bill assigns oversight duties to the Auditor General and allows insurance companies to offer coverage for these specific risks.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Pennsylvania Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study on the management, structure, and finances of the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association. The study will examine the association's financial records, including bank accounts and tax filings, and review its competition classification formula. It also requires the committee to protect privileged legal communications during the investigation and limits PIAA's cooperation costs to $25,000.