Rep. Seth Grove

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new crime called institutional trespass in Pennsylvania to specifically protect places like schools, churches, government buildings, and cemeteries. It makes it a third-degree felony for anyone who knowingly enters or stays in these locations with the intent to threaten people, start fires, damage property, or disrupt operations. The law applies to both the buildings themselves and the grounds surrounding them, as well as any personal property found inside. Once passed, the changes will take effect 60 days later.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Pennsylvania's tax laws by adjusting personal income tax rates and eliminating a specific tax on the gross receipts from the sale of electric energy. It requires electric utilities to pass the savings from these tax changes directly to consumers through reductions in state tax surcharges, with civil penalties of up to $5,000 for companies that fail to do so. Additionally, the legislation mandates that $6 million annually be transferred to the Alternative Fuels Incentive Fund starting in the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The bill also establishes a revenue-neutral reconciliation rule that will remain in effect until the end of 2024.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency Law to strengthen financial oversight of the state's housing finance agency. It requires the Auditor General to examine the agency's financial records by June 30, 2025, and every year after that date. Additionally, the agency must submit an annual financial report to the Governor, the Auditor General, and both houses of the state legislature within 60 days of each fiscal year's end. These changes aim to ensure transparency and accountability in how the agency manages funds for low- and moderate-income housing projects.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a comprehensive study of all permits issued by the Department of Environmental Protection. The review will examine the department's legal authority, track permit wait times and application methods, and compare state practices to identify areas for improvement. The committee must submit a final report with its findings and recommendations to the chairs of the relevant environmental committees within one year. This action is intended to assess the efficiency and clarity of the permitting process without changing any existing laws.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific bridge in York County as the Private Edward J. Stambaugh Memorial Bridge to honor a local World War II veteran. The legislation officially names the structure after Private Stambaugh, who served in the U.S. Army and died during the D-Day invasion in 1944. It requires the Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs displaying the new name for traffic traveling both directions. The act will become effective 60 days after being signed into law.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the World Health Organization, the United Nations, and the World Economic Forum from exercising any jurisdiction or authority within Pennsylvania. It explicitly bans state and local government agencies from enforcing, implementing, or complying with any rules, regulations, fees, taxes, or mandates issued by these three international groups. The law takes effect 60 days after being signed into legislation.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Pennsylvania's Child Labor Act to include new definitions for "digital content" and "online platforms," specifically covering activities like vlogging, social media posting, and blogging. It clarifies that minors working on such content are considered to be in a performance if their participation is substantial and they receive payment, such as ad revenue or sponsorships, while excluding small prizes or expense reimbursements. The legislation also establishes specific rules for when minors can be excused from school to create digital content during educational trips, provided their guardians arrange for missed assignments and the content solely showcases the trip. These changes aim to regulate the employment of minors in modern online media environments while maintaining existing labor protections.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific bridge in Dover Township, York County, as the Corporal William E. Heilman Memorial Bridge to honor a local Marine Corps veteran who died in Vietnam. The legislation officially names the structure and requires the Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs displaying the new name for drivers. By formally recognizing Corporal Heilman's service and sacrifice, the act serves as a commemorative tribute rather than altering any transportation regulations or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Pennsylvania schools to provide instruction on the Holocaust, genocide, and human rights violations. It mandates that the State Board of Education conduct a study every five years starting in the 2024-2025 school year to assess how widely these topics are taught across the state. Based on the study's findings, the board must create rules requiring all schools to offer this instruction if fewer than 90% of schools are currently doing so. The report generated by this study will be sent to state leaders and include recommendations for improving how the subject is taught.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Pennsylvania Insurance Department to issue refunds to insurance carriers that paid a specific assessment in 2009 related to the Workers' Compensation Security Fund. To qualify for the refund, which includes the original amount plus interest, carriers must submit a verification form within 60 days of a public notice, while companies that went into liquidation in 2009 are excluded. The legislation also requires the department to report the total amount of refunds issued to state legislative committee chairs within 180 days of the process concludes.