Rep. Shelby Labs

Maddy summaryThis bill would create a state-funded paid family and medical leave program for eligible workers needing time off for health issues, childbirth, or family care. It establishes a dedicated state fund to cover leave costs, creates an advisory board to guide implementation, and assigns oversight to the Department of Labor. The program would directly affect employees in the state who qualify for these leave types, requiring employers to provide the benefits. The bill also specifies penalties for businesses failing to comply with the new requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Pennsylvania's Medicare Supplement Insurance Act to allow individuals to switch insurance companies without being denied coverage or facing higher prices due to their health status or medical history. It specifically applies to people aged 65 or older who are already enrolled in Medicare and wish to change their current supplement plan within 60 days of their birthday while keeping the same type of coverage. Under the new rules, a new policy issued under these conditions must take effect on the first day of the month that is at least 30 days after the application is signed, and the changes will become effective on January 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Pennsylvania's military educational assistance program by clarifying eligibility requirements and service obligations for National Guard and reserve component members. It establishes that eligible members must sign a promissory note agreeing to repay grant funds if they fail to complete their required service commitment, which ranges from six years for National Guard members to eight years for federal reserve members. The legislation also allows for successive grant certificates upon completing initial obligations and permits members who receive other-than-dishonorable discharges to retain a proportional share of earned benefits if they meet specific conditions. These changes apply to members of the Pennsylvania National Guard and reserve components of the U.S. Armed Forces seeking educational assistance through the state program.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Pennsylvania's Election Code to require candidates for state, local, and federal offices to file affidavits confirming their eligibility, campaign expense compliance, and party affiliation when submitting nomination petitions. It also adds a separate affidavit specifically for verifying candidate residence and post office address, which will be kept confidential and not subject to public disclosure under state right-to-know laws. The changes apply to a wide range of offices including state representatives, judges, party delegates, and federal candidates, though U.S. presidential candidates would only need to provide their post office address without filing the full affidavit. The bill takes effect 60 days after passage and aims to streamline candidate verification while protecting personal address information from public records.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates the week of April 12 through 18, 2026, as "National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week" in Pennsylvania. It directly honors 911 dispatchers and public safety telecommunicators who coordinate emergency responses for medical, fire, and police services. The resolution acknowledges the critical role these professionals play as the first point of contact for residents during emergencies. This is a commemorative measure that recognizes the diligence and professionalism of these workers without changing any laws or policies.

Maddy summaryHB 2206 allows Pennsylvania public schools (and likely private/parochial schools under the Public School Code) to purchase firearm detection technology with state approval. The bill requires this technology to automatically monitor school cameras/drones for firearms, instantly alert staff or first responders upon detection, meet federal anti-terrorism tech standards, and be U.S.-developed without third-party data. Schools must manage the system through a vendor-operated center staffed by trained analysts who monitor feeds continuously. This policy change directly enables schools to implement specific security measures, effective 60 days after enactment.

Maddy summaryHB 788 amends Pennsylvania's Tax Reform Code of 1971 to adjust tax rates for mutual thrift institutions (like credit unions and mutual banks) operating in the state. It gradually reduces their annual tax rate from 8.99% in 2025 down to 4.99% by 2033, with specific rates set for each year through 2033. The bill also extends the period for carrying forward net losses from three to ten years when calculating tax deductions. This directly affects mutual thrift institutions by lowering their tax burden over time and changing how they can offset past losses against current income.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates September 25, 2025, as "Disabled American Veterans Day" in Pennsylvania to honor veterans wounded in military service and recognize the advocacy and support provided by the Disabled American Veterans organization. It does not create new laws or funding but formally acknowledges these contributions through a state-recognized observance. The bill directly affects Pennsylvania residents by establishing a symbolic day of recognition for these veterans and the organization.

Maddy summaryThis bill reduces the percentage of interactive gaming tax revenue allocated to public projects from 25% to 22%, directing the remaining 22% to a special account for public interest grants across Pennsylvania. It maintains the existing 3% allocation for the Race Horse Development Trust Fund, which supports licensed racetracks conducting live racing. The change directly affects interactive gaming operators (who pay the tax) and state funding streams for public projects and horse racing. The policy modifies how tax revenue is distributed but does not alter the tax rate itself. The bill takes effect 60 days after enactment.

Maddy summaryHB 923 amends the State Lottery Law to redirect lottery revenue toward providing pharmaceutical assistance for elderly residents. It directly affects seniors who qualify for prescription drug aid under state programs by modifying eligibility determination procedures. The key provision updates how income and asset thresholds are calculated to determine who qualifies for this assistance. The bill became law on November 24, 2025, after approval by both legislative chambers and the governor.