Rep. Eric Weaknecht

Maddy summaryHB 454 repeals Pennsylvania's requirement for a license to carry a firearm (openly or concealed) for most individuals, making it legal to carry without a license statewide, including in Philadelphia where previous restrictions on public streets and property are removed. The bill also repeals provisions about proof of license and related exceptions, while maintaining existing prohibitions for convicted felons and other restricted locations like schools. Additionally, it includes a new provision for a sportsman's firearm permit and specific regulations for antique firearms. The changes directly affect law-abiding Pennsylvanians who previously needed a license for general firearm carry.

Maddy summaryHB 258 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring all Pennsylvania elections to be conducted by in-person ballot at polling places, including early voting as permitted by law, while preserving voting secrecy. It would amend the state constitution to replace current language allowing for "other voting methods" with a specific mandate for in-person voting. The amendment must be approved by both chambers of the Pennsylvania General Assembly and then ratified by voters in the next qualifying election. If adopted, it would fundamentally change Pennsylvania’s election method by standardizing in-person voting as the primary process.