Rep. Greg Vitali

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House Resolution officially designates the week of May 10 through 16, 2026, as "National Police Week" and May 15, 2026, as "Peace Officers Memorial Day" within the state. The measure serves to honor law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty and aligns with the federal observances established by the U.S. Congress. It does not create new laws or funding but rather establishes a symbolic recognition to acknowledge the service and sacrifices of police officers in Pennsylvania.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution honors the memory of five law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty in 2025. It specifically names Patrolman Andrew Duarte and Police Officers Mark Baker, Cody Becker, Isaiah Emenheiser, and Andy Chan, listing their departments and dates of death. The measure directs the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to express sympathy to the families and friends of these fallen officers. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or change existing policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific bridge on Pennsylvania Route 53 in Houtzdale Borough as the Cpl. Melvin Philip "Dutch" Henry Memorial Bridge to honor a local veteran. The legislation requires the Department of Transportation to install and maintain official signs displaying this new name for traffic traveling in both directions. The act includes background details about Cpl. Henry's life, military service, and heroic status, but its primary function is to formally rename the infrastructure rather than change any operational policies.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House Resolution designates October 2026 as "Polish American Heritage Month" to honor the state's Polish American community. The bill highlights historical milestones, such as the arrival of Polish settlers in Jamestown, and celebrates notable figures like General Casimir Pulaski and Marie Curie. It serves as a commemorative measure to recognize cultural contributions and does not create new laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill strengthens Pennsylvania's existing hazardous waste laws by creating a new chapter focused on immediate spill response and protecting residential areas. It defines hazardous substances to include petroleum products and other dangerous materials, then imposes strict liability on responsible parties to immediately contain and clean up any discharge that threatens public health or the environment. The Department of Environmental Protection gains expanded authority to issue directives, enter private property, and recover cleanup costs from those who cause spills, ensuring rapid action in residential communities.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Pennsylvania's Tax Reform Code to temporarily exempt the sales and use tax on bicycles, bicycle parts, and helmets. The exemption applies only to individual buyers purchasing these items for personal, non-business use during a six-month window starting when the law takes effect. The legislation defines eligible items to include standard bikes, adaptive models, and various types of e-bicycles, while specifying that the tax break is valid if the purchase is made within the timeframe even if delivery occurs later. A department of revenue notice will be published online to guide the public on how to claim this temporary exclusion.

Maddy summaryHB 2150 requires data centers in Pennsylvania to annually report their energy and water usage, including monthly consumption, energy sources, water sources, efficiency measures, and waste heat recovery, starting July 1, 2027. Data centers must submit detailed reports to the Department of Environmental Protection, covering specifics like peak energy use, water for cooling, and future projections. Non-compliant data centers face daily penalties of $10,000 until reports are submitted, with collected fines funding low-income energy assistance programs. The Department will publish an annual summary of consumption trends and environmental impacts for public and legislative review.

Maddy summaryHB 586 amends Pennsylvania's Solid Waste Management Act to update definitions, clarify department responsibilities, and revise permit requirements for waste management entities. It specifically adds new rules for handling food processing residuals (waste from food processing plants) and includes reporting obligations. The bill also establishes penalties for noncompliance with these updated provisions. These changes directly affect waste management companies, food processors, and local departments overseeing waste handling. The amendment focuses on modernizing regulatory processes rather than creating new programs.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House resolution designates the week of April 13 through 17, 2026, as "Local Government Week" and April 22, 2026, as "Local Government Day" within the state. The measure aims to highlight the work of the Commonwealth's thousands of local officials and employees who provide essential services such as road maintenance, public safety, and utilities. By formally recognizing these contributions, the bill seeks to bring attention to the importance of local governance in daily community life.

Maddy summaryHR 367 designates November 2025 as "Children's Grief Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. This commemorative resolution encourages statewide awareness and community support for children experiencing grief, without creating new laws or funding. It directly affects Pennsylvanians by prompting local organizations, schools, and government entities to recognize and address children's grief through educational and support initiatives during that month. The bill is currently pending in the Children & Youth committee.