Rep. Barry Jozwiak

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Pennsylvania vehicle safety inspections to include a test for window tint levels using a specialized meter. If a car with tinted windows fails to meet state regulations, it will not pass the inspection. Additionally, the law makes it illegal for businesses to sell window tinting services without telling customers that the modification might violate tint limits. This provision aims to prevent deceptive practices by allowing consumers to take legal action against shops that hide potential compliance issues. The changes will become effective 60 days after the bill is signed into law.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Pennsylvania laws regarding child and spousal support and child custody to promote consistency and clarity in family court decisions. It establishes a statewide guideline for calculating support based primarily on the parents' earning capacities while allowing adjustments for unique financial needs. In custody matters, the legislation defines "equal parenting time" as roughly 50% of time with each parent and creates a rebuttable presumption that this arrangement is in the child's best interest. Courts must explain their reasoning in writing if they decide against equal parenting time, unless the parents agree on a different schedule or one parent does not request equal time.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Pennsylvania fishing and hunting laws to provide financial relief for disabled veterans and former prisoners of war. It establishes that veterans with a 100% service-connected disability rating will receive free fishing, hunting, and furtaking licenses, while those with ratings between 60% and 99% will pay a reduced fee of one dollar. To qualify, applicants must be certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and submit proof that their disability was incurred during military service. The changes apply to resident licenses and will take effect 60 days after the bill is enacted.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows grandparents and great-grandparents in Pennsylvania to seek partial or supervised physical custody of their grandchildren under specific circumstances. It grants standing to these relatives when a parent has died, when the child has lived with the grandparent for at least 12 months before being removed by the parents, or when the parents are in custody proceedings and disagree about the grandparent's role. The law also permits grandparents to file for custody if neither parent has care of the child or if a parent has supervised physical custody, provided the grandparent has shown a sustained interest in the child's welfare. This legislation directly affects families navigating child custody disputes by expanding the legal options available to extended family members.

Maddy summaryHB 2064 amends the Older Adults Protective Services Act to update how financial institutions handle accounts for older adults. The bill removes specific language regarding beneficiaries and adjusts numerical limits on account protections from fifteen to seven. These changes directly affect banks and other financial entities by modifying the rules they must follow when managing funds for elderly clients.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific bridge in Bucks County as the Ensign Sarah Mitchell Memorial Bridge to honor a local woman who died in the line of duty while serving in the U.S. Navy. The legislation officially names the structure, which carries Pennsylvania Route 213 over Neshaminy Creek, after Ensign Sarah Joy Mitchell, a 2018 graduate of Neshaminy High School who passed away in 2018. To implement this change, the bill requires the Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs displaying the new name for traffic traveling in both directions. The act is set to take effect 60 days after being signed into law.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House resolution designates July 22, 2024, as Hemihyperplasia Awareness Day to highlight a congenital condition where one side of a child's body grows larger than the other. The bill aims to increase public understanding of the disorder, which can be isolated or linked to other medical syndromes, and to encourage further research into its causes and treatments. By officially naming this date for awareness, the measure seeks to draw attention to the challenges families face and the medical options available for managing the condition.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House resolution officially designates November 5, 2024, as Jason Kelce's birthday and December 13, 2024, as Fletcher Cox's birthday. The measure honors the careers of these two former Philadelphia Eagles players, who are recognized for their contributions to the team's success and their extensive charitable work in the community. By formally acknowledging their achievements and retirement, the resolution aims to celebrate their impact on the state and the city of Philadelphia.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits individuals and businesses from charging fees for helping veterans apply for benefits, with the exception of services allowed under federal law. It requires any paid assistance to be documented in a written agreement and bans guarantees of specific benefit outcomes or excessive charges. Violations of these rules are classified as a third-degree misdemeanor, and the law applies to anyone seeking compensation for veterans' benefit matters.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the definitions within Pennsylvania's Outpatient Psychiatric Oversight Act to clarify who qualifies as an "advanced practice professional." It specifically allows certified registered nurse practitioners and physician assistants to work in outpatient psychiatric clinics if they obtain a mental health certification within two years of being hired or within two years of the law's effective date. Additionally, the bill permits physician assistants to practice in these settings if they have a written agreement with a psychiatrist, even without a separate mental health certification. These changes directly affect outpatient psychiatric clinics by expanding the pool of eligible staff members and providing a grace period for new hires to secure necessary certifications.