Rep. Tarah Probst

Maddy summaryHR 305 is a Pennsylvania legislative resolution designating November 2025 as "Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month" within the state. It does not create new laws or allocate funding, but formally recognizes the month to promote public awareness about pancreatic cancer. The resolution directly affects Pennsylvanians by encouraging community events, education, and support for cancer research and patient advocacy during that period. It was adopted by the state legislature on November 17, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1540 creates a "Buy America, Buy Union" grant program and fund under Pennsylvania's Department of Community and Economic Development. It requires state-funded projects to prioritize American-made materials and union labor by offering grants to qualifying contractors. The bill establishes a dedicated fund to finance these grants, directly affecting state agencies and contractors working on public projects. Key provisions mandate that projects receiving grants must meet specific union labor and domestic sourcing standards, altering how state procurement contracts are awarded. This policy change shifts procurement incentives toward union workers and U.S. manufactured goods for eligible state projects.

Maddy summaryHB 2025 amends Pennsylvania's Public School Code to address financial strain on school districts during budget disputes with the state. It requires the Commonwealth to reimburse school districts for costs incurred when borrowing money to cover operating expenses during a budget impasse. The bill establishes a new "School District Impasse Recovery Fund" to manage these reimbursements. This directly affects school districts facing funding delays and the state budget office responsible for disbursing funds. The provision creates a concrete mechanism for financial relief during budget standoffs, without altering existing funding formulas.

Maddy summaryHB 2011 establishes a state program to reimburse Pennsylvania National Guard members for their TRICARE health insurance premiums. This directly affects current and future Pennsylvania National Guard members who pay for TRICARE coverage. The key provision creates a reimbursement mechanism where the state would refund members' monthly TRICARE premiums, reducing their out-of-pocket healthcare costs. The bill amends Pennsylvania's military affairs statutes to implement this financial assistance program.

Maddy summaryThis resolution urges Congress to expand TRICARE Reserve Select eligibility to include reserve component service members already enrolled or eligible for the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP). Currently, these reservists may not qualify for TRICARE Reserve Select despite their FEHBP enrollment. The bill proposes a policy change to align their military health coverage options with active-duty counterparts, though it is non-binding and requires congressional action to become law. It directly affects reserve members serving in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, or Coast Guard who are FEHBP participants.

Maddy summaryHB 1828 requires health insurance plans in Pennsylvania to cover all recommended vaccines without requiring patients to pay out-of-pocket costs like copays or deductibles. It directly affects insurance companies by mandating this coverage and patients who rely on insurance for routine immunizations (e.g., childhood vaccines, flu shots). The bill adds penalties for insurers that fail to comply with the coverage requirement. This policy change ensures broader access to vaccines by removing financial barriers under insurance plans.

Maddy summaryHB 2004 creates a special account to hold emergency funds for SNAP benefits, which provide food assistance to low-income residents. The bill requires the Department of Human Services, the Secretary of the Budget, and the State Treasurer to transfer these funds to pay SNAP recipients. This establishes a dedicated funding mechanism specifically for emergency SNAP benefit payments. The bill directly affects SNAP recipients by ensuring a streamlined process for receiving benefits during emergencies.

Maddy summaryHR 279 is a non-binding resolution recognizing October 2025 as "Domestic Violence Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. It formally acknowledges domestic violence as a significant issue affecting Pennsylvanians, highlighting existing support resources like those provided by the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence (PCADV). The resolution does not create new laws, funding, or programs but serves as a symbolic commitment to raising public awareness about the issue and available victim support services. It aligns with Pennsylvania's ongoing efforts to address domestic violence through established community resources.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates November 10, 2025, as the "250th birthday of the United States Marine Corps" for observance in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - the location where the Corps was founded. It has no binding effect on policy or funding but formally recognizes this historical milestone. The resolution was adopted by Congress on October 29, 2025, following committee review. It directly affects commemorative observances in Philadelphia and the Marine Corps community.

Maddy summaryHB 305 requires health insurance policies to cover insulin, directly affecting people with diabetes who rely on this medication. It amends the 1921 Insurance Company Law to mandate that casualty insurance plans include insulin coverage without excessive cost-sharing. The key provision eliminates gaps where insulin might previously have been excluded or subject to high out-of-pocket costs. This policy change applies to all insurers offering casualty coverage under the amended law. The bill is currently pending before the Insurance committee.