Rep. Lee James

Maddy summaryHB 2036 requires Pennsylvania senior citizens (65+ or as defined) to provide proof of state residency to qualify for free or reduced fares on public transportation. It amends the Public Transportation Trust Fund to clarify that lottery funds can cover transit losses from free senior service during regular hours and caps commuter rail fares for seniors at $1 per trip (extended to all hours). Transportation providers must verify residency documentation (like a valid Pennsylvania driver's license) every four years and submit compliance plans to the state. The state will conduct random audits to ensure providers follow these rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates November 5, 2025, as "Guru Nanak Day" in Pennsylvania through a symbolic resolution. It officially recognizes the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, for public observance within the state. The resolution does not create new laws or alter existing policies; it serves solely as a formal acknowledgment by the state government. This designation primarily affects Pennsylvania's official calendar and public events, honoring the Sikh community's cultural and religious significance.

Maddy summaryHB 2041 amends Pennsylvania's Childhood Blood Lead Test Act to require health care practitioners to ensure children receive at least one blood lead test by 12 months of age and a second test by 24 months of age, with additional testing mandated between 24 and 72 months if not tested by age 2. The bill also requires blood lead testing for pregnant women who have at least one identified lead exposure risk factor. It clarifies that health insurance must cover these tests without cost-sharing, as defined in the bill. This law directly affects children under 72 months, pregnant women, and health care providers in Pennsylvania.

Maddy summaryHB 2027 creates a new "Public Sector Workplace Safety Equipment Account" within Pennsylvania's General Fund to purchase safety equipment for state employees in high-risk jobs. It directs the Secretary of the Budget to transfer up to $3.8 million in unspent funds from previous years (for agencies under the Governor's jurisdiction) to this account by October 1, 2025. The funds will specifically cover lift kits for healthcare workers handling patients and postural support devices for construction workers, targeting state agencies operating nursing facilities, disability care facilities, and highway construction projects. The bill requires transparency through public notices and committee notifications before any transfer occurs.

Maddy summaryHB 1063 amends Pennsylvania's Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law to prohibit the use of automated software for purchasing event tickets with intent to resell, bypassing sales limits, or disabling security systems. It directly affects ticket sellers (including venues, event organizers, and rights holders) and individuals or companies using bots to acquire tickets for resale. The bill makes these activities illegal, allows affected parties to sue for $1,000 per ticket sold in violation plus attorney fees, and includes exceptions for security research and enforcement activities. The law takes effect 60 days after enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution designating November 11, 2025, as "Veterans Day" within Pennsylvania. It directly affects the state government by formally recognizing the date for official purposes, such as ceremonies or proclamations. The resolution has no policy or funding changes - it solely expresses the state's official acknowledgment of Veterans Day. It was adopted by the Pennsylvania legislature on October 29, 2025, as a symbolic gesture.

Maddy summaryHB 1727 amends Pennsylvania's Second Class Township Code to expand townships' authority to maintain and fund memorials. It allows second-class township boards of supervisors to maintain, repair, establish, or contribute to memorials honoring: (1) Pennsylvania National Guard or U.S. armed forces members (including reserves), and (2) first responders (firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and police officers). Townships may also accept donations from individuals or organizations to cover these memorial costs. The bill specifically updates Section 1538 of the 1933 Township Code and takes effect 60 days after enactment.

Maddy summaryHB 2000 designates a specific section of highway in Pennsylvania as the "Pennsylvania and National Medal of Honor Highway" to honor Medal of Honor recipients. It directly affects the highway corridor by renaming it, replacing a previous designation. The bill's key provision is the repeal of the prior highway name, formally establishing this new commemorative name through legislative action. This is a ceremonial measure with no funding or policy changes beyond the highway's official designation.

Maddy summaryHB 1406 would amend Pennsylvania's theft laws by changing how theft offenses are classified by severity (grading). It directly affects individuals convicted of theft crimes, as it would alter the legal categories used to determine penalties. The bill's key mechanism involves revising specific sections of the state's criminal code to adjust the grading system for theft offenses. This change would impact sentencing outcomes for theft cases but does not introduce new penalties or expand the scope of theft crimes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates November 10, 2025, as the "250th birthday of the United States Marine Corps" for observance in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - the location where the Corps was founded. It has no binding effect on policy or funding but formally recognizes this historical milestone. The resolution was adopted by Congress on October 29, 2025, following committee review. It directly affects commemorative observances in Philadelphia and the Marine Corps community.