Rep. Roni Green

Maddy summaryHB 33 amends Pennsylvania's Medical Marijuana Act to clarify definitions and strengthen oversight of testing labs and practitioners. It defines key terms like "independent laboratory" (requiring no ties to marijuana businesses) and "approved laboratory" (testing medical marijuana samples under department approval). The bill gives the Department of Health new authority to impose conditions on medical practitioners, such as limiting certifications or requiring supervision, to protect patient safety. These changes directly affect medical marijuana patients, healthcare providers who certify them, and labs testing products for quality and safety. The updates aim to improve accountability in the program through clearer rules for lab accreditation and practitioner oversight.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Pennsylvania's driver's license requirements by allowing the inclusion of personal medical data and other emergency-use information on licenses. It also permits the use of substitute addresses for participants in the state's Address Confidentiality Program, which protects victims of domestic and sexual violence. The legislation maintains that Social Security numbers will be required on applications but will not appear on the actual license, while keeping other standard identification details like name, date of birth, and photograph. The changes would take effect 60 days after the bill is enacted.

Maddy summaryHB 895 establishes a process for Pennsylvania citizens to report specific federal consumer protection violations to the Office of Attorney General through a public website, email, or phone line. The bill requires the Attorney General to create this system and assign each citizen a unique identifier and password, along with collecting contact details for potential testimony. If the Attorney General secures a monetary recovery based on a citizen's information about violations like fraud, privacy breaches, or consumer credit issues, a witness award must be requested. This law directly affects citizens with knowledge of the listed federal offenses and the Office of Attorney General.

Maddy summaryHB 889 amends Pennsylvania statutes to improve support for veterans, particularly those in correctional facilities. It requires the Department of Corrections to maintain a list of incarcerated veterans and send their names and addresses to county veterans affairs offices at least 30 days before release (Section 1105(a)(3)). The bill also adds duties for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs to encourage veterans' voter registration and for the Deputy Adjutant General to assist veterans in accessing career and technical training programs. These changes directly affect veterans in prison, county veterans offices, and state agencies managing veterans' services.

Maddy summaryHB 892 requires Pennsylvania school districts to hire at least one full-time transition coordinator for each senior high school. These coordinators will develop personalized career plans for students, focusing on employment readiness, community-based activities, and job placement coordination, in alignment with the 2018 Employment First Act. The law directly affects high school students transitioning to work or further education, school districts (which must hire staff), and the Department of Education (which ensures compliance). Key provisions mandate individualized planning, partnerships with community entities, and oversight to support students' career pathways.

Maddy summaryHB 890 amends Pennsylvania's Veterans' Trust Fund rules to restrict how funds can be spent. It prohibits using the fund for administrative staff salaries (defined as non-clinical personnel at veterans' organizations) and limits single-entity grants to $250,000 over three consecutive years. These changes directly affect the State Veterans' Commission and the Department managing the Trust Fund, ensuring funds are used for direct veteran services rather than administrative costs or large single grants. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryHR 112 is a Pennsylvania House resolution requesting Congress to call an Article V constitutional convention. The convention would consider potential amendments to establish regular appointment cycles for U.S. Supreme Court justices and limit their service terms. This resolution is a procedural step only - it does not propose specific changes but initiates a process for states to collectively seek constitutional amendments. Pennsylvania’s application requires at least 34 states to apply for a convention to proceed, with this resolution being one of many state-level efforts.

Maddy summaryHB 899 requires Pennsylvania employers to provide workers with paid sick leave for their own health needs or to care for family members. Employees earn one hour of paid sick time for every 30 hours worked, with a minimum annual accrual of 40 hours. The law prohibits employers from retaliating against workers who use this leave and mandates clear posting of rights. It covers most private-sector employees (excluding federal workers) and applies to all employers with 15+ employees in Pennsylvania, effective upon enactment.

Maddy summaryPennsylvania's House Resolution 111 is a procedural request asking Congress to call a constitutional convention under Article V of the U.S. Constitution. It specifically seeks to propose amendments limiting congressional terms - capping re-elections for both House and Senate members - to address concerns about long-serving legislators. The resolution emphasizes Pennsylvania does not commit to supporting any specific amendment, but aims to join other states in aggregating applications toward the two-thirds state threshold needed to trigger such a convention. This is a state-level step in the process, not a law affecting current representatives or voters.

Maddy summaryHB 894 establishes the Veterans Entering the Sustainability Sector Program (VETSS) to help veterans enter jobs in renewable energy and environmental sectors. The bill creates a Veterans Entering the Sustainability Sector Fund to provide grants to eligible employers - businesses focused on renewable energy (like solar, wind, or bioenergy) that hire veterans who completed approved apprenticeship training in fields such as electrician work, solar installation, or environmental maintenance. The Department of Community and Economic Development will administer the program, overseeing training development and grant applications. This directly affects veterans seeking sustainability-sector careers and employers in renewable energy who hire them, with the goal of addressing environmental concerns like climate change through workforce development.