Rep. Joanna McClinton

Co-sponsor HR 442

Passed · Pennsylvania House · Co-sponsor

A Resolution designating June 4, 2024, as "Links Day" in Pennsylvania.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution designates June 4, 2024, as "Links Day" in Pennsylvania to honor The Links, Incorporated, a volunteer service organization founded in 1946 by African American women. The bill recognizes the group's significant contributions to community service, cultural advancement, and economic development across the state, noting its extensive network of chapters and annual service hours. Additionally, the resolution specifically acknowledges several Pennsylvania chapters for their outstanding work and commits to sending a copy of the document to the organization as a token of appreciation.

Passed Jun 5, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HB 2369

In committee · Pennsylvania House · Lead sponsor

An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, providing for electronic poll books and for electronic poll books and election infrastructure equipment bonds; in preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for manner of applying to vote, persons entitled to vote, voter's certificates, entries to be made in district register, numbered lists of voters and challenges and for deadline for receipt of valid voter registration application; and providing for in-person early voting in elections. Amending Title 25 (Elections) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration system, further providing for SURE system; in voter registration, further providing for methods of voter registration, providing for same-day voter registration on election day and for same-day voter registration during early voting and further providing for preparation and distribution of applications and for approval of registration applications; and, in changes in records, repealing provisions relating to removal notices, to transfer of registration and to change of enrollment of political party.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Pennsylvania election laws to allow the use of electronic poll books and establishes a funding mechanism through bonds to purchase election infrastructure equipment. It requires county election boards to adopt these digital systems for early voting locations and half of all polling places on election day starting in 2025, with full implementation across all precincts by 2026. The legislation mandates that these devices must securely connect to the statewide voter registration system, track voter participation in real-time, and maintain paper backups in case of technical failures. Additionally, the bill introduces same-day voter registration options on election day and during early voting periods while removing previous rules regarding voter registration transfers and party enrollment changes.

In committee Jun 3, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HR 458

Passed · Pennsylvania House · Co-sponsor

A Resolution extending condolences on the death of the Honorable James R. Roebuck of Philadelphia, who represented the 188th Legislative District in the House of Representatives from 1985 through 2020.

Maddy summaryThis resolution extends official condolences to the family of James R. Roebuck, who passed away in May 2024 after serving as a state representative for the 188th Legislative District from 1985 to 2020. The document highlights his long history of public service, including his work on education committees and his leadership within the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus. It also notes that a scholarship fund was renamed in his honor to support students. Finally, the resolution directs that a copy of the text be sent to Roebuck's family.

Passed Jun 3, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 2296

In committee · Pennsylvania House · Co-sponsor

An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in authorized disposition of offenders, further providing for sentence for murder, murder of unborn child and murder of law enforcement officer and for sentence of persons under the age of 18 for murder, murder of an unborn child and murder of a law enforcement officer; and, in Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, further providing for parole power.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies sentencing guidelines and parole rules for specific murder cases in Pennsylvania, including the killing of unborn children and law enforcement officers. It establishes new minimum prison terms for adult offenders, setting a floor of 50 years, and creates age-based minimums for juveniles, ranging from 20 to 30 years depending on their age at the time of the crime. Additionally, the legislation grants the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole the authority to consider parole for these individuals after serving their minimum sentences, provided they meet specific criteria regarding public safety and victim impact. A key provision requires the board to notify victims of the crime and offer them the chance to speak during parole hearings before a decision is made.

In committee May 20, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 2275

In committee · Pennsylvania House · Co-sponsor

An Act establishing the Pennsylvania Climate Emissions Reduction Program; imposing powers and duties on the Environmental Quality Board, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission and the Department of Environmental Protection; and establishing the Consumer Protection Account, the Pennsylvania Energy Transformation Account, the Workforce Enhancement Fund, the Workforce Enhancement Fund Board and the Low-income Support Account.

In committee May 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 2277

In committee · Pennsylvania House · Co-sponsor

An Act amending the act of November 30, 2004 (P.L.1672, No.213), known as the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Act, further providing for definitions; providing for force majeure; further providing for alternative energy portfolio standards, for portfolio requirements in other states, for health and safety standards and for interagency responsibilities; providing for zero emission credits; and making editorial changes.

In committee May 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 335

Failed · Pennsylvania House · Co-sponsor

An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in inchoate crimes, further providing for prohibited offensive weapons.

Failed May 7, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HB 1410

In committee · Pennsylvania House · Lead sponsor

A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for pardoning power and Board of Pardons.

In committee Apr 16, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 777

Passed · Pennsylvania House · Co-sponsor

An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for definitions and providing for the offense of sale of firearm or firearm parts without serial numbers and for privately made firearms.

Passed Apr 12, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 587

In committee · Pennsylvania House · Co-sponsor

An Act amending Titles 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in sentencing, repealing provisions relating to transfer of inmates in need of medical treatment; in Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, providing for parole for reasons of age or illness and for medical parole due to public or disaster emergency related to health or contagious disease outbreak; and abrogating regulations.

In committee Apr 9, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track