Rep. Keith Greiner

Maddy summaryHB 1692 amends Pennsylvania's unemployment compensation law to protect workers facing domestic violence and clarify employer cost relief. It adds a new provision (Section 402.7) stating workers who leave jobs due to domestic violence safety risks cannot be disqualified for unemployment benefits. The bill also revises existing rules to provide employers relief from extra charges when workers are separated for reasons like willful misconduct or certain discharges. These changes directly affect Pennsylvania workers seeking unemployment benefits and employers paying into the unemployment fund.

Maddy summaryHB 1688 updates Pennsylvania's unemployment compensation law to adjust the calculation method for weekly benefit amounts. It sets a minimum weekly benefit of $68 (previously lower) and revises the wage-to-benefit table, linking higher average quarterly wages to increased weekly payments (e.g., wages of $1,688-$1,712 now yield $68 weekly). This directly affects unemployed Pennsylvania workers who qualify for state unemployment benefits, ensuring their payments align with current wage levels. The bill modifies specific sections of the 1936 law governing benefit rates without changing eligibility rules or employer contributions.

Maddy summaryHB 1691 amends Pennsylvania's unemployment compensation law to adjust the earnings requirement for workers seeking benefits after certain job separations. It increases the required earnings from six to fifteen times the weekly benefit rate in the 10 weeks following a disqualifying separation (e.g., quitting for personal reasons or being terminated). The bill also adds a provision exempting workers who took a leave of absence and made reasonable efforts to return to work. This change directly affects unemployed workers who left jobs under disqualifying circumstances but meet the new earnings threshold. The bill takes effect six months after enactment.

Maddy summaryHB 593 amends Pennsylvania's vehicle laws to clarify procedures for handling abandoned vehicles and cargo. It requires authorities to provide specific notice to vehicle owners and lienholders before disposing of unclaimed vehicles, and authorizes disposal of vehicles not claimed within a set timeframe. The bill also establishes standardized processing rules for vehicles deemed nonrepairable or salvage, ensuring consistent handling. These changes directly affect vehicle owners, lienholders, and local authorities managing abandoned property. The law aims to streamline disposal while ensuring proper notification and documentation.

Maddy summaryHR 263 is a noncontroversial resolution expressing condolences and honoring Alec Campbell, a park resource ranger with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources who died while on duty. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes his service and sacrifice. The resolution directly affects the memory of Alec Campbell and his family by providing a formal expression of respect from the legislative body. It is purely ceremonial and does not impose any obligations or changes on government operations.

Maddy summaryHB 825 amends Pennsylvania's public utilities law to allow utility companies to install "double utility poles" that carry both power lines and communication lines (like fiber optic cables) on the same pole structure. This change directly affects public utility providers regulated under Title 66 by altering their permitted infrastructure options. The key provision modifies the utilities' powers and duties to facilitate this dual-use pole configuration, potentially streamlining infrastructure deployment. Specific impacts on communities, costs, or regulatory details are not described in the provided context.

Maddy summaryHB 1623 requires health insurance companies in Pennsylvania to provide specific notifications to older adults about their health insurance policies. The bill targets policies designed for or held by older adults (typically age 65+), mandating that insurers share key details like coverage changes or cost adjustments. The key provision establishes a new notification requirement for insurers, aiming to improve transparency for older policyholders. The bill is currently referred to the Insurance committee for further review.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates June 16-22, 2025, as "Pollinator Week" in Pennsylvania. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes the importance of pollinators like bees and butterflies. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about pollinator conservation efforts within the state. It directly affects Pennsylvania residents by highlighting this annual observance through state communications and community activities.

Maddy summaryHB 1601 amends Pennsylvania's Regulatory Review Act to update procedures for reviewing state agency regulations. It requires a concurrent resolution (approval from both legislative chambers) for regulations deemed economically significant and establishes clear processes for reviewing disapproved regulations or those considered "withdrawn." The bill also clarifies definitions and procedures for handling proposed, final, and omitted regulations during the review process. This directly affects state agencies creating regulations and the legislature responsible for oversight.

Maddy summaryHB 1595 removes Pennsylvania's state-specific regulations for heavy-duty diesel vehicle emissions (25 Pa. Code Ch. 126 Subch. E) and replaces them with federal standards. It directly affects heavy-duty diesel vehicle owners, operators, and manufacturers in Pennsylvania who previously had to comply with the state's emissions control program. The bill's key mechanism is the immediate abrogation of Pennsylvania's program, making federal emissions standards the only applicable requirement for these vehicles in the state. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.