Rep. Mandy Steele

Maddy summaryHB 1425 amends Pennsylvania's 1971 Tax Reform Code to update taxes on tobacco products and establish a new online directory for electronic nicotine delivery systems (e.g., e-cigarettes). It directly affects tobacco manufacturers, dealers, and e-liquid producers by changing tax rates and requiring manufacturers to submit product information to the new directory. The bill's key provisions include adjusting tax incidence and rates for traditional tobacco products while creating a mandatory, publicly accessible registry for e-liquid products. These changes aim to modernize tax collection and improve product transparency for regulatory oversight.

Maddy summaryHB 2107 would authorize Pennsylvania to join the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists, an existing agreement among states to simplify licensing for school psychologists who wish to work across state lines. The compact would allow school psychologists licensed in one participating state to obtain an equivalent license in another without repeating lengthy application processes, while still requiring them to follow the practice laws of the state where they work. This aims to address school staffing shortages by making it easier for licensed psychologists to relocate, particularly benefiting military families and schools facing workforce gaps. The bill also specifies that Pennsylvania's Governor and Secretary of the Commonwealth must take steps to join the compact and implement its requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 2108 requires online platforms likely accessed by children (e.g., social media, games, educational apps) to conduct data protection impact assessments before launching features. It mandates that companies prioritize children's safety, privacy, and well-being over profits when designing products, prohibits deceptive "dark patterns" that trick kids into sharing data, and bans practices causing physical, psychological, or privacy harms. Covered entities - businesses processing children's personal data - face penalties for violations. The law directly affects digital services targeting minors, focusing on concrete policy changes like mandatory risk assessments and design safeguards.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally designates September 2025 and September 2026 as "Hunger Action Month" in Pennsylvania. It serves as a commemorative designation to raise awareness about hunger issues but does not create new laws, allocate funding, or impose requirements on any entities. The resolution was referred to the Agriculture & Rural Affairs committee and reported as amended on September 30, 2025. It directly affects Pennsylvania by providing a state-level framework for community and organizational efforts focused on hunger during those months.

Maddy summaryHR 323 is a symbolic resolution designating October 2025 and October 2026 as "National Animal Safety and Protection Month" within Pennsylvania. It does not create new laws, impose requirements, or directly affect individuals or organizations. The resolution serves only to recognize and promote awareness of animal safety and protection efforts during those specific months. This is a ceremonial measure with no binding policy impact.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates September 28, 2025, as "Gold Star Mother's and Family Day" in Pennsylvania. It formally recognizes Pennsylvania families who have lost a member in military service, encouraging state-level acknowledgment of their sacrifice. The bill does not create new legal obligations or funding but establishes an annual observance to honor these families. As a ceremonial resolution, it directly affects Pennsylvania residents by designating a specific day for commemoration.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates the week of November 17-21, 2025, as "Pennsylvania Education for Students Experiencing Homelessness Awareness Week" and November 21, 2025, as "Red Shirt Day" in Pennsylvania. It is a symbolic measure to raise awareness about educational support for homeless students, with no direct policy changes or funding mechanisms. The bill was referred to the Children & Youth committee and reported as committed on October 29, 2025. As a commemorative resolution, it does not impose legal obligations or alter existing laws.

Maddy summaryHB 2061 amends Pennsylvania's tax code to add new requirements for data center owners seeking tax incentives under the computer data center equipment program. It requires applicants to submit an affirmation that all contractors and subcontractors for construction, renovation, demolition, or similar work (starting July 1, 2025) will pay workers at least the Pennsylvania prevailing wage rate, as defined by the state's prevailing wage law. This applies regardless of whether the project would otherwise qualify for prevailing wage coverage under existing law. The bill directly affects data center developers planning major construction or renovation projects after July 2025 to qualify for tax incentives.

Maddy summaryHB 2063 establishes emissions standards for transportation and heating fuels in Pennsylvania, requiring fuel suppliers to reduce the carbon intensity of fuels sold in the state. It creates the Clean Fuels Standards Board to set annual emissions targets and administers the Fair Market Credit Trading Program, where entities that exceed standards can sell credits to those that fall short. The law directly affects fuel producers, refiners, and distributors by mandating lower emissions per unit of fuel energy, measured using life-cycle greenhouse gas analysis. Key provisions include technology-neutral standards (not favoring specific fuels), exemptions for agricultural co-products, and a credit system to incentivize clean fuel production without specifying outcome predictions.

Maddy summaryHB 2067 amends Pennsylvania's Public School Code to clarify emergency powers for school boards during unforeseen crises. It allows boards to temporarily adjust school schedules (reducing daily hours or total days), shift to virtual learning, or furlough nonessential staff - subject to approval by the Secretary of Education and a maximum 4-year duration. The bill specifically enables districts to declare emergencies if the state budget isn't enacted within 60 days of a new fiscal year. This directly affects all Pennsylvania public school districts facing unexpected disruptions to normal operations.