Rep. Gina Curry

Maddy summaryHR 60 is a resolution directing Pennsylvania's Joint State Government Commission to study the state's sports betting and online gambling industry. The study will examine marketing tactics like ads during sports broadcasts, bonus promotions, and celebrity endorsements, and assess their impact on problem gambling, gambling debt, and children's exposure to betting ads. It will also review current regulations and propose specific recommendations for new rules to address these concerns. The findings will inform future legislative decisions without immediately changing existing laws.

Maddy summaryHB 526 protects mothers' right to breastfeed their children in any public or private location where they are otherwise permitted to be, without being considered indecent exposure, a nuisance, or obscenity. It defines "breastfeeding" to include both direct feeding and expressing milk for bottle-feeding, and creates a private right to sue for violations, allowing recovery of $1,000 per incident plus attorney fees. The law applies broadly across Pennsylvania, ensuring mothers can feed their children without legal interference while maintaining existing protections from the repealed 2007 Freedom to Breastfeed Act.

Maddy summaryThis resolution symbolically recognizes May 17, 2025, as "World Neurofibromatosis Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania. It does not create new laws or funding but aligns with the global observance led by the Children's Tumor Foundation. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about neurofibromatosis - a rare genetic condition causing nerve tumors and potential complications like blindness or learning disabilities - impacting approximately 1 in 2,000 births. It directly affects Pennsylvanians living with neurofibromatosis, their families, and healthcare providers by promoting education and support efforts.

Maddy summaryHB 813 amends Pennsylvania's Tax Reform Code of 1971 to exempt certain student loan discharges and employer educational assistance from personal income tax. Specifically, it excludes from taxation: (1) the discharge of eligible student loans under qualified federal forgiveness programs, and (2) employer-paid educational assistance that meets federal exclusion rules under Section 127 of the Internal Revenue Code. These exemptions apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025. The bill directly affects Pennsylvania taxpayers who qualify for these specific student loan forgiveness or employer education benefits under federal programs.

Maddy summaryHR 217 is a resolution that formally recognizes May 7, 2025, as "Philadelphia Eagles Day at the Capitol" in Pennsylvania. It also honors the 2024 Philadelphia Eagles for their victory as the Super Bowl LIX Champions.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates April 2025 as "Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month" in Pennsylvania. It directly affects all Pennsylvania residents by promoting public awareness of the Sikh faith, recognizing the community's contributions to the state, and aiming to combat anti-Sikh bigotry. The key mechanism is the official symbolic recognition through a state resolution, which does not create new laws or allocate funds. It follows Pennsylvania's tradition of honoring cultural and religious diversity, referencing the Sikh community's historical presence and ongoing positive impacts in areas like agriculture, technology, and community service. The resolution emphasizes education to address discrimination, including statistics on anti-Sikh bias and school bullying faced by Sikh youth.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution designates March 2025 as "Music in Our Schools Month" in Pennsylvania. It recognizes the value of music education in developing students' creativity, problem-solving skills, and cultural understanding, while commending music educators across the state. The resolution does not create new laws, allocate funding, or impose requirements - its sole purpose is to formally acknowledge and support existing music education efforts in Pennsylvania schools during March 2025. It directly affects Pennsylvania public schools and music educators by highlighting their work through a symbolic designation.

Maddy summaryThis resolution recognizes the week of May 9-15, 2025, as "National Stuttering Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania. It symbolically raises awareness about stuttering - a speech disorder affecting approximately 130,000 Pennsylvanians - without creating new laws, funding, or obligations. The resolution aims to highlight misconceptions about stuttering and support efforts to reduce stigma, particularly for children and adults who stutter.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 197 is a commemorative resolution that recognizes and honors the members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. It acknowledges their more than a century of commitment to social activism, academic excellence, and civic engagement in the Commonwealth, specifically on the occasion of "Delta Day" at the State Capitol.

Maddy summaryHB 1345 would expand Pennsylvania's medical assistance program to cover FDA-approved treatments for menopause symptoms, including hormonal and non-hormonal drugs, devices, and behavioral therapy, for eligible low-income residents. The bill specifically requires coverage for all defined menopausal symptoms - such as hot flashes, bone density loss, and sleep disturbances - as well as treatments for menopause following a hysterectomy. It mandates that the state seek federal approval via a plan amendment or waiver to implement these changes. This policy directly affects enrolled medical assistance recipients experiencing menopausal symptoms, ensuring they receive covered care without additional out-of-pocket costs.