Maddy summaryHB 957 amends Pennsylvania's invasion of privacy law to increase penalties for repeated violations and require convicted individuals to destroy related recordings. It upgrades the offense to a third-degree felony if there are multiple violations (previously a second-degree felony), while single violations remain a first-degree misdemeanor. The bill also adds a new requirement that anyone convicted under this law must delete or destroy all associated recordings (photos, videos, etc.) they possess; failing to do so becomes a separate third-degree felony. This directly affects individuals convicted of privacy violations involving recorded media, such as secretly filming or sharing intimate images without consent. The changes take effect 60 days after enactment.
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Maddy summaryThis resolution designates April 29, 2025, as "22nd Amendment Day" in Pennsylvania. It commemorates Pennsylvania's ratification of the 22nd Amendment to the U.S. Constitution on April 29, 1947, which established presidential term limits. The resolution has no legal effect and serves only as a ceremonial observance. It does not alter any laws or impact any individuals or groups.
Maddy summaryHB 777 requires Pennsylvania public school districts to pay education support professionals (like aides and clerical staff) a minimum hourly wage of $20 or a living wage based on cost-of-living adjustments, starting in the 2025-2026 school year. School districts must make supplemental payments to cover wage gaps for existing contracts below this rate through 2029-2030, with the Department of Labor setting and annually adjusting the living wage using the Consumer Price Index. The Department of Education will reimburse districts for these supplemental payments, adding the reconciled amount to their annual funding allocation. This applies directly to over 500 school districts and their education support staff, ensuring wage standards align with inflation.
Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House Resolution (HR 119) designates February 24 through March 2, 2025, as "Eating Disorders Awareness Week" in the state. It symbolically recognizes the importance of raising public awareness about eating disorders, which affect millions and have high mortality rates. The resolution urges the Governor to issue a proclamation encouraging public officials, healthcare providers, and residents to observe the week with educational activities and promote early intervention resources. It does not create new laws or allocate funding, serving solely as a symbolic acknowledgment of the issue.
Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House resolution formally recognizes March 17, 2025, as "St. Patrick's Day" within the state. It acknowledges Irish Americans' military contributions during the Revolutionary War, citing historical records showing they comprised 40-50% of the Continental Army by 1778. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely ceremonial, celebrating cultural heritage. It directly affects Pennsylvanians of Irish descent (over 15% of the state's population) through this official recognition. The resolution does not alter any laws or provide funding.
Maddy summaryHB 915 creates a new supplemental funding program under Pennsylvania's Public School Code to support childcare facilities serving meals through the federal Child and Adult Care Food Program. The bill establishes a "Supplement" administered by the Department of Education, providing additional financial reimbursements to facilities that demonstrate they can serve more meals or improve care for enrolled children and adults. Facilities must meet specific criteria, such as expanding meal service or enhancing educational opportunities (with separate standards for nonprofits vs. for-profits), and must report annually to multiple legislative committees on participation, meals served, and funding needs. This bill directly affects licensed childcare centers, shelters, and similar facilities receiving federal meal reimbursements.
Maddy summaryHB 111 prohibits life insurance companies in Pennsylvania from denying coverage, limiting benefits, or charging higher rates to applicants or policyholders solely because they have been prescribed an opioid overdose reversal agent (like naloxone). The bill directly affects individuals who use these medications, including those with opioid use disorder or at risk of overdose. It defines "adverse action" to include these discriminatory practices and makes such actions violations of existing laws against unfair insurance practices. The law takes effect 60 days after enactment.
Maddy summaryHB 899 requires Pennsylvania employers to provide workers with paid sick leave for their own health needs or to care for family members. Employees earn one hour of paid sick time for every 30 hours worked, with a minimum annual accrual of 40 hours. The law prohibits employers from retaliating against workers who use this leave and mandates clear posting of rights. It covers most private-sector employees (excluding federal workers) and applies to all employers with 15+ employees in Pennsylvania, effective upon enactment.
Maddy summaryHB 875 amends Pennsylvania's fireworks laws by standardizing definitions and use rules while repealing all existing municipal regulations. It defines "consumer fireworks" to align with federal safety standards (CPSC) and specifies that users must be 18+, avoid certain locations (like near buildings or livestock facilities), and obtain property owner permission for use. The bill eliminates local authority over fireworks by repealing provisions that allowed municipalities to set rules on sales, permits, fees, use hours, and prohibited days. This change means statewide uniform rules replace varying local ordinances, directly affecting consumers, property owners, and livestock facilities. The key policy shift is transferring regulation from local governments to state-level standards.
Maddy summaryHB 845 creates a new administrative process for Pennsylvania residents to legally change their name, allowing applications to be submitted directly to the Department of Health (online or at driver's license centers) instead of requiring court petitions for most cases. It requires applicants to provide background information and a county-level criminal record check to confirm no outstanding judgments. The bill maintains court oversight for name changes involving minors when a parent or guardian does not consent, requiring additional documentation to demonstrate reasonable efforts to obtain consent. This change primarily affects individuals seeking name changes, streamlining the process for adults while preserving judicial review for minor-related cases.