Rep. Abby Major

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the membership rules for Pennsylvania's State Veterans' Commission to ensure broader representation of different veteran groups. It mandates that the commission include representatives from sixteen specific national veterans' organizations, such as the American Legion and VFW, along with four members appointed by the Governor who must be female or Vietnam-era veterans. The legislation also clarifies the roles of state-level leaders from the American Legion, Disabled American Veterans, and Veterans of Foreign Wars as nonvoting members. These changes aim to modernize the commission's composition while maintaining its existing structure under Pennsylvania law.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection to identify and maintain a list of run-of-the-river dams across the state. Owners and permittees of these specific dams must mark the areas above, below, and adjacent to the structures with signs and buoys to warn swimmers, anglers, and boaters about potential hazards. The legislation also mandates that the department publish this list and a map of dam locations on its website, while owners are responsible for repairing or replacing any damaged or removed warning markers within 30 days.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the existing Pharmacy Audit Integrity and Transparency Act to refine how pharmacy audits and fees are handled. It clarifies that certain insurance supplements are excluded from specific terms and changes the notice period for additional fees from the time of claim adjudication to thirty days before the fees are applied. The legislation also updates definitions to refer to "generic" drugs instead of "general" ones and expands the scope of federal employee benefit protections. Additionally, it adjusts reporting requirements for pharmacy benefit managers and the state agency overseeing these audits.

Maddy summaryHB 2444 amends Pennsylvania's Local Option Small Games of Chance Act to update definitions and rules for games of chance, specifically allowing for new types of electronic pull-tab systems and games. The bill clarifies what constitutes an electronic pull-tab device and game, explicitly prohibiting them from simulating casino-style games like slots or blackjack, while also defining other game formats such as event games and progressive pull-tab games. It establishes new prize limits, setting a general maximum of $10,000 per individual prize and a separate limit of $20,000 for jackpots in progressive or subset pull-tab games. Additionally, the legislation introduces stricter regulations on distributor licenses and manufacturer registration, requires licensed organizations to undergo audits by the Auditor General, and outlines penalties for license revocation.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the Crematory Regulation Act, establishes new safety standards for crematories in Pennsylvania that began construction after April 17, 1989. It requires these facilities to use an interlock system that prevents loading remains until the secondary chamber reaches and maintains a temperature of 1600 degrees Fahrenheit. Additionally, the law mandates that operators monitor incinerator temperatures during use and prohibits the state from requiring higher temperatures in general permits. The Department of Environmental Protection is tasked with adopting specific regulations to oversee these monitoring requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows Pennsylvania municipalities to create and enforce a registration system for vacant and blighted properties within their borders. Under the new rules, property owners of such sites would be required to pay a fee to the local government, which can also hire outside companies to manage the registry and collect payments. The legislation includes exemptions for properties owned by federal, state, or local governments and outlines a process for owners to have their properties removed from the registry once they meet specific improvement standards. Municipalities that choose to adopt this program must clearly inform owners of the listing requirements and the steps needed to resolve the status of their property.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Pennsylvania's tax laws by adjusting personal income tax rates and eliminating a specific tax on the gross receipts from the sale of electric energy. It requires electric utilities to pass the savings from these tax changes directly to consumers through reductions in state tax surcharges, with civil penalties of up to $5,000 for companies that fail to do so. Additionally, the legislation mandates that $6 million annually be transferred to the Alternative Fuels Incentive Fund starting in the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The bill also establishes a revenue-neutral reconciliation rule that will remain in effect until the end of 2024.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House Resolution officially recognizes March 8, 2024, as International Women's Day within the state. The measure aims to honor the diverse accomplishments and aspirations of women by encouraging residents to participate in related events and activities. It highlights the significant contributions of women in various fields, including government, science, and the arts, while specifically noting the increased number of women in Pennsylvania's legislative leadership roles.