Rep. Roni Green

Maddy summaryThis bill amends an existing law to expand eligibility for grants that help pay off student loans for healthcare workers serving in rural areas or medically underserved communities. The primary change broadens the definition of eligible recipients from just physicians and nurses to include all types of medical practitioners, such as midwives, and adds rural health clinics as qualifying employers. Additionally, the bill adjusts the grant award structure to allow payments in increments of up to $10,000 and extends the repayment period for recipients from 60 to 90 months. These modifications aim to increase the pool of eligible professionals and improve the financial terms of the loan repayment assistance program.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands Pennsylvania's PA EDGE tax credit program to support the creation of sustainable aviation fuel facilities within the state. It defines a "qualified taxpayer" as an entity that invests at least $400 million in construction, creates 400 permanent jobs, and adheres to local hiring and wage standards. Companies meeting these criteria can receive a tax credit of 75 cents per gallon of sustainable aviation fuel produced at their facility. Additionally, the legislation sets aside up to $30 million of existing unallocated funds specifically for this new initiative.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Pennsylvania's tax laws to exclude sales tax from the calculation of interchange fees charged on credit and debit card transactions. It requires payment card networks to either deduct the tax amount from these fees at the time of settlement or refund a proportional portion of the fee if the tax was not initially separated. The legislation defines specific terms like "interchange fee" and "electronic payment transaction" to clarify which fees are affected and outlines penalties for networks that fail to comply, including fines and mandatory refunds to merchants.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Pennsylvania laws to allow online messengers to issue and renew motor carrier road tax identification markers, temporary permits, and related registration cards. To operate under these new rules, online messengers must post a financial bond and follow specific regulations set by the Department of Revenue. The legislation also establishes a $100 fine for online messengers who violate these provisions and clarifies the definition of an online messenger. Additionally, the bill expands tax refund eligibility for truck refrigeration units by increasing the allowable fuel purchase limit from 75 to 100 gallons per transaction.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that asks the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to officially recognize June 2024 as "National Immigrant Heritage Month" within the state. It aims to honor the contributions of immigrants and their descendants by highlighting their roles in the economy, healthcare, military service, and innovation. The measure does not create new laws or change policies but instead serves as a symbolic gesture to celebrate diversity and acknowledge the historical and ongoing impact of immigrants on Pennsylvania's communities. After being referred to the Housing and Community Development committee, the bill was reported as committed and subsequently laid on the table, ending its immediate legislative process.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Pennsylvania Pesticide Control Act to clarify that the state's pesticide regulations take precedence over local laws and ordinances. It allows the state secretary to delegate administrative duties to designated employees and establishes that municipalities cannot regulate pesticide registration, sale, or use unless those rules conflict with state law. However, the legislation creates a specific exception permitting cities with a population density of at least 300 people per square mile to ban commercial pesticide applications on private property in designated restricted areas. To assist local governments, the Department of Community and Economic Development is tasked with creating a sample ordinance within 120 days to guide municipalities exercising this new authority.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands Pennsylvania's existing Freedom to Breastfeed Act by requiring all state-owned buildings to provide dedicated nursing rooms for employees and the public. Under the new rules, the Department of General Services must ensure these rooms meet specific standards, including a minimum size of 80 square feet, a lockable door, privacy features, and amenities like a sink, electrical outlet, and refrigerator where possible. The department is also tasked with creating a publicly available online list of these room locations and posting signage to guide visitors to them. These changes apply to any building under the control of the Department of General Services or administered by other executive agencies. The legislation will take effect one year after it is passed.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Pennsylvania's Tax Reform Code to update the legal definitions of "compensation" and "domestic abuse" for personal income tax purposes. It clarifies that compensation includes various forms of payment like salaries, bonuses, and specific deferred income, while explicitly excluding items such as retirement benefits, unemployment aid, and reimbursements for actual expenses. The legislation also provides a new definition for "domestic abuse" that covers physical, psychological, sexual, emotional, and economic harm, including efforts to control or isolate a victim. These updated definitions will allow individuals who have experienced domestic abuse to access certain tax provisions, such as early withdrawal from retirement accounts, without facing standard penalties. The changes take effect 60 days after the bill is enacted.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Microfiber Filtration Protection Act to require all washing machines sold or installed in Pennsylvania to include a built-in or in-line filter capable of capturing microfibers. The Environmental Quality Board must create regulations mandating these filters have a mesh size of 100 micrometers or smaller and display a consumer notice about checking and disposing of captured lint. Starting in 2030, manufacturers cannot sell non-compliant machines, and by 2031, installers cannot fit them unless they meet the new standards. The Department of Environmental Protection will enforce these rules through testing, inspections, and complaints, while charging manufacturers for any testing costs related to non-compliance.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows teachers in Pennsylvania who have voluntarily placed their teaching certificates on inactive status for at least seven years to take college courses for free or at a 50% discount. The State Board of Education will create and update a list of approved colleges offering these specific tuition-reduced credits every three years. To fund this program, the state will reimburse colleges annually for the waived tuition costs, with reports on enrollment numbers submitted to the General Assembly each June.