Rep. Valerie Gaydos

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution designating July 26, 2025, as "Americans with Disabilities Act Day" within Pennsylvania. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes the anniversary of the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) through a symbolic observance. The resolution directly affects Pennsylvania residents by designating a specific day for community recognition of the ADA's impact. As a procedural resolution, it has no binding legal effect and is referred to the Human Services committee for consideration.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HB 1746) is a joint resolution proposing a constitutional amendment related to sessions of Pennsylvania's General Assembly. The provided context does not describe the specific changes to session timing, duration, or other mechanics proposed by the amendment. No details are given about who would be directly affected by this constitutional change. As a procedural constitutional amendment proposal, the summary is limited by the lack of substantive bill text or description in the available context. The resolution was recently referred to the State Government committee on July 21, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1712 updates Pennsylvania's emergency communication rules under Title 35 (Health and Safety). It requires the state emergency management agency to maintain a single integrated system for weather advisories, disaster warnings, and coordination with local agencies, police, and the National Weather Service. The bill mandates two new statewide phone numbers: one for the public and emergency personnel to report hazardous materials or disasters, and another for the legislative branch to directly communicate with the agency during weather emergencies. These changes directly affect county/municipal emergency responders, state agencies (including the State Police), and legislative offices. The law takes effect 60 days after enactment.

Maddy summaryHB 1703 would amend Pennsylvania's 1971 Tax Reform Code to change how personal income tax applies to businesses that pass income to owners, such as partnerships and S corporations. The bill introduces an option for these businesses to pay tax at the business level instead of having the tax pass through to individual owners. It also clarifies rules for taxing income from these businesses and handling taxes paid to other states. This change would directly affect business owners and Pennsylvania's tax collection process.

Maddy summaryThe provided context does not include the specific provisions or content of HB 1693. While the bill's title mentions amending Title 29 regarding "immigration compliance and public safety," no details about its concrete mechanisms, affected groups, or policy changes are included in the given information. Without the bill's text or explanatory summary, a factual description of its provisions cannot be provided. The only verifiable detail is that it was referred to the Judiciary committee on July 2, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1690 amends Pennsylvania's Unemployment Compensation Law to require claimants to report certain disability-related benefits when applying for unemployment benefits. It directly affects unemployed Pennsylvanians who receive disability benefits from workers' compensation, federal disability insurance, private disability insurance, or unpaid leave under federal family medical leave laws. The bill adds a new requirement that claimants must disclose these benefits to the Department of Labor to determine eligibility for unemployment compensation. The change takes effect six months after enactment.

Maddy summaryHB 1687 amends Pennsylvania's Unemployment Compensation Law to change how the maximum number of weeks an unemployed worker can receive benefits is calculated. It bases the maximum weeks (ranging from 12 to 20) on the seasonal adjusted statewide unemployment rate from the six months preceding the claim application date, using the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data. This directly affects Pennsylvania workers filing for unemployment benefits on or after the effective date, as their benefit duration will now adjust based on current statewide unemployment rates. The bill specifies that total benefits in a single year cannot exceed the weekly benefit amount multiplied by the weeks determined under this new formula. The change takes effect six months after enactment.

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.