Rep. Keith Greiner

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 19, 2025, as "The Pennsylvania State University IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) Day" in Pennsylvania. It honors THON for raising over $17 million during its 2025 event to support the Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital, which provides financial and emotional aid for pediatric cancer patients and funds cancer research. The resolution recognizes THON's role as the world's largest student-run philanthropy event, which has raised over $200 million since 1977 for childhood cancer care.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 2025 as "Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. It formally recognizes the month to raise public awareness about colorectal cancer, emphasizing the importance of early screening and prevention based on current health data. The resolution does not create new laws, allocate funding, or directly affect specific groups - it serves as a symbolic gesture to encourage residents to prioritize screenings and adopt preventive health habits. It aligns with national awareness efforts and references recent medical recommendations for screenings starting at age 45.

Maddy summaryHB 965 amends Pennsylvania's charitable solicitation law to raise financial reporting thresholds for charities. It requires organizations receiving $1 million or more in annual donations to undergo a full audit by a certified accountant, those with $500,000-$1 million to get a review or audit, and those with $150,000-$500,000 to have a compilation or review. Charities receiving less than $150,000 in annual donations may choose whether to conduct any financial review. The changes apply to contributions received in calendar years after the bill's effective date. This bill directly affects Pennsylvania-based charitable organizations based on their annual contribution levels.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates Bridge Key 22726 on Pennsylvania Route 934 over Swatara Creek in East Hanover Township, Lebanon County, as the WO1 John Stephen Chrin Memorial Bridge. It honors Warrant Officer 1 John Stephen Chrin, a Vietnam War DUSTOFF helicopter pilot killed in action on October 13, 1971, after completing over 125 combat medical evacuation missions. The bill requires the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to install and maintain signage identifying the bridge with this memorial name. The designation applies solely to this specific bridge structure and has no policy or funding implications.

Maddy summaryHB 685 requires Pennsylvania schools to accept U.S. currency as payment for admission to school-sponsored activities, such as athletic events, assemblies, or field trips. It applies to all school entities, including public school districts, charter schools, and private schools participating in school activities. The bill mandates that cash must be accepted when fees are charged, while allowing schools to also accept other payment methods like credit cards. It defines "cash" as U.S. coins and paper money recognized as legal tender and clarifies that schools may refuse payments in large denominations that exceed the fee amount.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates October 14, 2025, as "William Penn Day" in Pennsylvania to honor the legacy of William Penn, the founder of the Commonwealth. It does not create new laws or affect specific groups, but formally recognizes Penn's historical contributions through commemorative recognition. The resolution cites his role in establishing Pennsylvania's early governance, religious tolerance, and influence on American founding principles.

Maddy summaryHB 927 proposes a constitutional amendment to Pennsylvania that would prohibit the state from issuing driver's licenses or similar vehicle operation permits to individuals without lawful presence in the United States. This would directly affect non-citizens residing in Pennsylvania without legal immigration status, preventing them from obtaining or renewing driver's licenses under this policy. The amendment requires approval by the Pennsylvania General Assembly and subsequent voter approval at the next applicable election, as outlined in Section 2 of the resolution. If adopted, it would change the state constitution to mandate legal immigration status as a prerequisite for license issuance.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates September 2025 as "Prostate Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. It symbolically raises public attention to prostate cancer, highlighting statistics like an estimated 13,000 new cases and 1,500 deaths in Pennsylvania during 2025. The resolution also urges Congress to support federal legislation (H.R. 1300) that would require health insurance coverage for prostate cancer screenings without cost-sharing for at-risk men. It does not create new laws or funding but aims to promote awareness and encourage preventive care.

Maddy summaryHB 871 requires anyone who spills, discharges, or releases an unpermitted substance into Pennsylvania waters (or areas likely to reach them) to notify the state environmental department if the discharge could harm public health or the environment. The bill mandates that the Environmental Quality Board create specific, publicly reviewed thresholds for determining when notice is required within 180 days, and finalize these regulations within 365 days. It directly affects businesses, industries, and others handling substances that could pollute waterways. The law changes existing pollution rules by adding this notice obligation, rather than altering pollution limits or penalties.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires most construction and land development projects to obtain an erosion and sediment control permit from Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) before starting earth disturbance work (like clearing land or building). It sets a 45-day deadline for DEP to process permits, or 20 days if a licensed engineer submits the application, and mandates clear written reasons for denials. The DEP must also submit an annual report to the legislature by January 31st, detailing permit applications, approvals, processing times, staff workload, and fees collected by industry sector. This directly affects construction companies, developers, and the DEP, which must manage permits and reporting under new timelines and transparency requirements.