Rep. Bob Freeman

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Fire Company Transformational Grant Program in Pennsylvania to provide financial support to municipal, volunteer, and combination fire companies. The program will be funded with up to $30 million annually from the Property Tax Relief Reserve Fund and allows grants ranging from $100,000 to $1 million, with a higher limit for consolidated agencies. Eligible fire companies can use the funds to purchase equipment, build or renovate facilities, recruit and retain staff, and support regionalization efforts. To qualify, applicants must meet specific administrative requirements, such as maintaining current contact information and being registered with a public safety answering point. The administering office will set detailed guidelines for the application process, evaluate requests based on established criteria, and require annual reports on how the grants are used.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House Resolution directs the Joint State Government Commission to study how driverless vehicles and delivery robots affect public safety and the workforce. The study will examine specific issues such as potential job losses in transportation sectors, necessary infrastructure upgrades, and the technology's impact on diverse communities and people with disabilities. The commission is required to submit its findings to state legislative committees within one year of the resolution's adoption.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Pennsylvania's Public School Code to establish stricter attendance and safety rules specifically for cyber charter schools. It requires these schools to define clear policies for counting student presence during live online classes and completing weekly assignments for independent study, with penalties including funding withholding or charter revocation for non-compliance. Additionally, the legislation mandates that cyber charter schools implement wellness checks and create child protection plans to ensure student safety. The state education department will also develop standardized forms to help schools submit and approve these new attendance policies by a set deadline.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new Firefighter Cancer Screening Program and a dedicated Fund to provide cancer screening exams for eligible firefighters in Pennsylvania. The program defines eligible participants as firefighters from municipal, volunteer, or airport fire companies that meet specific criteria, such as having mutual aid agreements and responding to a minimum number of emergency calls. The Department of Health will issue benefits cards to these eligible individuals, allowing them to access medically necessary screenings using MRI or ultrasound at no cost to them. Additionally, the legislation outlines how the Budget Stabilization Reserve Fund should be managed and disposed of within special funds.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution designates September 18, 2026, as "Fútbol Day" in Pennsylvania to honor Christian Pulisic, a prominent soccer player born in Hershey. The resolution highlights Pulisic's connection to the state, including his youth development in Lancaster County and his role as captain of the U.S. Men's National Team. It also notes Pennsylvania's upcoming hosting of six 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, linking the date to both the athlete's birthday and the state's participation in the global sporting event. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic recognition of Pulisic's achievements and the state's role in the 2026 World Cup.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House Resolution designates February 22, 2026, as "United States Men's and Women's Olympic Hockey Gold Medal Champions Day" to honor the state's hockey teams' achievements at the 2026 Winter Olympics. The resolution formally recognizes the athletes' gold medal victories and congratulates the teams on their performance, while also acknowledging the support of coaches, staff, and communities who contributed to their success. It is a commemorative measure intended to celebrate the accomplishments of the hockey teams rather than to change laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates the week of April 19 through 25, 2026, as "National Infertility Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania. It does not change laws or policies but serves as a symbolic resolution to raise public awareness about infertility issues and reduce associated stigma. The measure is sponsored by multiple state representatives and referred to the Health Committee for consideration. It highlights statistics about infertility prevalence and treatment costs to underscore the importance of awareness, but does not mandate any specific actions or funding.

Maddy summaryHB 2189 amends Pennsylvania's Minimum Wage Act of 1968 to increase the state's minimum wage to $11 per hour starting January 1, 2027, $13 per hour on January 1, 2028, and $15 per hour on January 1, 2029. After 2029, the minimum wage will automatically adjust annually based on inflation data from the Consumer Price Index for the Pennsylvania-New Jersey- Delaware-Maryland area. This bill directly affects all Pennsylvania employers and workers covered under the Minimum Wage Act, including tipped employees who retain their tips. The changes apply to all non-exempt workers in the state, with no new exemptions or special rules added beyond the wage schedule and adjustment mechanism.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates April 18, 2026, as "Erie Day" in Pennsylvania to commemorate the historical events surrounding Erie's founding, including the 1795 land survey and 1805 borough establishment. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or directly affect any specific group or program. The designation is purely ceremonial and applies statewide on that date. (HR 416, 2026 session)

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 345) is a symbolic resolution designating July 2026 as "Culinary Arts Month" in Pennsylvania. It does not create new laws or policies, but formally recognizes the culinary arts industry through a commemorative designation. The resolution directly affects no individuals or entities, as it serves only as a ceremonial observance. It was referred to the Labor & Industry committee for consideration.