Rep. Gina Curry

Maddy summaryThis bill directs Pennsylvania's Human Services department to replace current Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program cards with new chip-enabled versions by January 1, 2028. The new cards will be provided free of charge to eligible recipients and will include security features like tap-to-pay technology to prevent benefit theft. The department must issue regular reports on the transition progress to state legislators and take steps to secure funding, including applying for federal grants.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits Pennsylvania state agencies from using text messages to collect unpaid fines, fees, or tolls or to notify individuals about such charges. It defines a text-based communication as any written message sent on a mobile device, explicitly excluding standard email. The law applies to all Commonwealth agencies as currently defined by state statute and will become effective 60 days after passage.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new framework for Pennsylvania public utilities to earn a return on their equity investments, directly affecting investor-owned electric, gas, and water companies regulated by the state commission. It creates a competitive auction process where utilities can bid to set their own return rates based on market conditions, while also providing a default rate of the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield plus 2 percent if no auction occurs. To support this system, the legislation requires utilities to separate their services into distinct legal entities and mandates annual reporting to ensure transparency. Ultimately, the law aims to determine how much profit these utility companies can make on their investments while maintaining oversight through the state commission.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the Pennsylvania Common Cents Act, requires government agencies, municipalities, and public utilities to round cash payments to the nearest five-cent increment when collecting face-to-face sales. Specifically, totals ending in one, two, six, or seven cents will be rounded down, while those ending in three, four, eight, or nine cents will be rounded up. The rule applies only to physical cash transactions and does not affect payments made by card, check, or other digital methods. It takes effect immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryHB 2162 amends Pennsylvania's Wholesale Prescription Drug Distributors License Act to clarify definitions and license application requirements. It specifically defines "virtual manufacturer" as a business that doesn't physically handle drugs in Pennsylvania but has FDA approval processes underway, including submitting or planning to submit FDA applications within 12 months. The bill adds new application requirements: manufacturers of unapproved drugs must state they've applied to or plan to apply to the FDA within 12 months, and virtual manufacturers must provide similar documentation. Crucially, it states the state department cannot require FDA approval as a condition for licensure. This directly affects drug distributors operating under the "virtual manufacturer" model and unapproved drug manufacturers seeking state licenses.

Maddy summaryHB 1127 authorizes Pennsylvania to join the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact, enabling dentists and dental hygienists licensed in Pennsylvania to practice in other participating states without obtaining separate licenses. The bill establishes a "Compact Privilege" that allows qualified professionals to practice across state lines while maintaining each state's regulatory authority over scope of practice and disciplinary actions. Key mechanisms include streamlined licensure pathways, shared disciplinary information between states, and protection of public health standards. This affects licensed dental professionals seeking to work in multiple compact states, particularly addressing workforce mobility and access to care.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution designates September 2026 as "Baby Safety Month" in Pennsylvania to raise awareness about infant safety. The measure encourages parents to follow safety guidelines, such as properly assembling cribs, checking product age ratings, and maintaining constant supervision. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create new laws or alter existing regulations but serves to highlight the importance of creating safe environments for children.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the Digital Afterlife Consent and AI Identity Protection Act, restricts digital platforms from using a user's data to create artificial intelligence simulations of them after death or during long periods of inactivity. It requires platforms to obtain explicit, separate consent from users before deploying such simulations and mandates that this consent be revocable at any time or expire two years after the user passes away. Furthermore, the law grants the user's estate the authority to override prior consent, terminate simulations, and request the deletion of AI-generated content, while also requiring clear labels on any content produced by these systems to indicate it is artificial.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates September 2026 as "Newborn Screening Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania to highlight the importance of early health testing for infants. The bill does not alter any laws or change how screening is conducted; instead, it serves as a symbolic gesture to encourage public awareness among parents, healthcare providers, and the community. By recognizing this month, the House of Representatives aims to promote education about newborn screening programs that detect rare but serious conditions.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that designates the week of September 12 through 18, 2026, as "Neonatal Nurses Week" in Pennsylvania. It aims to honor the work of neonatal nurses who provide specialized care to newborn infants, particularly those in intensive care units with complex health needs. The measure does not change any laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge the skills and dedication of these healthcare professionals.