Rep. Ben Sanchez

Maddy summaryHR 203 is a House Resolution directing Pennsylvania's Joint State Government Commission to study medication errors and patient safety. The Commission must form an advisory committee including health officials and stakeholder representatives (like pharmacists, nurses, and hospital associations) to examine how errors occur in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and pharmacies. The study will review current state laws, other states' policies, and best practices, with a report containing recommendations due to the House within 18 months. This resolution does not change laws but aims to inform future policy through a comprehensive review.

Maddy summaryHR 259 is a Pennsylvania House resolution designating August 24, 2025, as "Ukrainian Independence Day" in the state. It commemorates Ukraine's 1991 declaration of independence from the Soviet Union and acknowledges Pennsylvania's defense contributions, including munitions support for Ukraine. The resolution urges the U.S. President and Congress to maintain support for Ukraine amid Russia's ongoing invasion. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or directly affect individuals.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates July 31, 2025, as "Intern Day" in Pennsylvania to recognize the value of internships for students, educational institutions, and employers. It aims to raise awareness about work-based learning opportunities that connect classroom education with workplace skills, aligning with national observances. The bill does not create new laws or funding but symbolically highlights Pennsylvania’s commitment to supporting internships as part of economic development. It directly affects students seeking career experience, career and technical centers, and businesses offering internships.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates September 2025 as "Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Month" in Pennsylvania through a symbolic resolution. It does not create new laws or alter existing programs but formally recognizes efforts to support child nutrition. The designation directly affects Pennsylvania residents and organizations focused on child hunger initiatives. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no binding policy changes or funding mechanisms.

Maddy summaryHR 350 is a resolution urging the President and Congress to maintain existing federal funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). It directly affects low-income households that rely on LIHEAP to help pay for heating and cooling bills during cold and hot weather. The resolution does not create new programs or change funding levels but formally requests that current LIHEAP appropriations be preserved in future budget decisions. As a procedural resolution, it has no binding effect on funding but expresses congressional support for the program.

Maddy summaryHB 668 would allow Pennsylvania to join the Counseling Compact, an existing agreement between states. This would let licensed counselors from other participating states practice in Pennsylvania more easily, and allow Pennsylvania counselors to practice in those states without obtaining separate licenses. The bill's key mechanism is adopting the standard compact form, creating a streamlined process for cross-state counseling licensure without changing existing state licensing requirements.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House resolution urges the creation of an interstate agreement to foster a competitive market for electric transmission across state lines. The bill aims to address concerns that certain state policies hinder infrastructure growth and increase costs for electricity customers. It calls for a collaborative framework that ensures uniform rules, streamlined permitting, and equal treatment for all states and energy generation methods involved. By advocating for these principles, the resolution seeks to modernize the power grid and support economic growth without mandating specific actions or outcomes.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 513 directs the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study how outdated hospital regulations, which have not been updated in nearly 40 years, financially affect hospitals across Pennsylvania. The study will examine the number of overlapping rules, the administrative costs hospitals incur to comply, and the resources required to manage complex oversight structures. To assist with this review, the committee will form an advisory group that includes representatives from state agencies and hospitals of various types, including rural, urban, and suburban facilities. The committee is required to submit a report with its findings and recommendations within 12 months to relevant legislative leaders.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House resolution designates May 4, 2026, as "Aerospace Day" to recognize the state's growing aerospace industry. The measure highlights Pennsylvania's skilled workforce, proximity to federal agencies, and educational institutions as key assets for the sector. It calls for public exhibitions and a legislative hearing in Harrisburg on that date to educate residents and lawmakers about the industry's economic potential. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to promote awareness of aerospace opportunities within the Commonwealth.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House Resolution designates May 19, 2026, as Greek Pontian Genocide Remembrance Day to honor the victims of the 1914-1923 Ottoman Empire massacres. The bill directly affects the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania by officially recognizing this specific date for remembrance. It does not change laws or create new programs, but rather serves as a symbolic gesture to acknowledge the historical event and its survivors' contributions.