Rep. Perry Stambaugh

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 8, 2026, as "Charter Day" and Pennsylvania's 345th birthday, commemorating the 1681 charter granted to William Penn by King Charles II. It urges Pennsylvania residents, schools, and historical organizations to participate in events hosted by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and related institutions. The resolution is non-binding and aligns with the Commission's existing annual observance of this date. It does not create new laws or affect policy, but formally recognizes a historical milestone.

Maddy summaryHB 1375 requires Pennsylvania's Public School Employees' Retirement Board and State Employees' Retirement Board to livestream all public meetings and post unedited video and written records online for at least three years. The bill clarifies that certain sensitive investment details - like confidential financial information from alternative investments - can be withheld from public access under the Right-to-Know Law if disclosure would cause competitive harm or breach fiduciary duties. However, specific investment data must remain public, including the name, manager, and funding amounts for alternative investment vehicles. This bill directly affects how retirement boards manage transparency and public access to their investment decisions. It focuses on procedural transparency rather than changing benefit amounts or eligibility.

Maddy summaryHR 278 is a Pennsylvania state resolution designating September 12, 2025, as "The Day of the Bible" within the state. It is a commemorative resolution with no legal effect or policy changes, solely intended to recognize the Bible through a symbolic designation. The bill does not impose obligations on individuals, institutions, or the government, nor does it alter existing laws. It was referred to committee and reported as amended in 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 2139 defines "cell-cultured protein" (lab-grown meat made from animal cells grown outside the animal) and prohibits its manufacturing, sale, delivery, holding for sale, or offering for sale in Pennsylvania. The bill directly affects companies developing or selling lab-grown meat products within the state. Key provisions establish a legal definition for this emerging food technology and ban all commercial transactions involving it. The law takes effect 60 days after enactment, creating a clear regulatory restriction on this specific food product type.

Maddy summaryThis bill narrows who can legally kill wildlife to protect farm property in Pennsylvania. It restricts the definition of "person" to only: (1) owners/lessees of farms under the state's Right-to-Farm Law, (2) their immediate family living on the farm, (3) household members residing there, or (4) employees regularly working the farm. Previously, broader categories like general land cultivators were included, but this amendment limits the exception strictly to active agricultural operations. The change takes effect 60 days after enactment.

Maddy summaryHB 1202 establishes Pennsylvania's Infectious Disease Advisory Commission to coordinate long-term responses to public health emergencies like pandemics. The bill requires the Governor to select a statewide organization via competitive bidding to manage a PPE stockpile, including sourcing from in-state manufacturers and maintaining four designated storage locations. It directly affects healthcare facilities (such as nursing homes, assisted living centers, and personal care homes) by mandating infectious disease plans and requiring facilities to designate coordinators for outbreak response. Key provisions include creating the Commission, defining emergency protocols, and ensuring PPE availability during health crises. The law focuses on systemic preparedness rather than specific pandemic responses.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution designates August 16, 2025, as "Pottsville Maroons Championship Day" in Pennsylvania to commemorate the 1925 NFL championship victory of the Pottsville Maroons football team. It honors their 1925 season, including their pivotal win over the Chicago Cardinals and their exhibition victory against the Notre Dame All-Stars. The resolution recognizes the team's role in advancing professional football's credibility and Pennsylvania's sports heritage, with copies to be sent to the Pottsville Area Historical Society and Pro Football Hall of Fame. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any individuals or entities.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 372) symbolically recognizes December 2, 2025, as "World Nuclear Energy Day" in Pennsylvania. It highlights Pennsylvania's significant role in nuclear energy, noting the state produces 30% of its electricity from nuclear sources, supports 15,900 in-state jobs, and prevents over 37 million metric tons of CO2 emissions annually. The resolution cites historical milestones in nuclear energy and emphasizes the industry's economic contributions, including $2 billion in state GDP impact and $70 million in annual tax revenue. It does not enact new laws or alter regulations but serves as a formal acknowledgment of the sector's importance. This is a non-binding gesture by the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.

Maddy summaryHB 2094 amends Pennsylvania's 1929 Administrative Code to update how the state handles revenue estimates in its budget process. It requires the Department of Revenue and Budget Secretary to jointly prepare revenue estimates that separately show State revenues, Federal funds, and other sources when creating the budget. The bill also sets rules for the Governor to veto spending that exceeds the official revenue estimate plus unused budget funds, and allows adjustments if new laws change revenue projections during the fiscal year. These changes apply to all state budget decisions after the law takes effect.

Maddy summaryHB 2093 requires Pennsylvania state agencies to report unspent budget funds annually to the Auditor General. Specifically, agencies must submit detailed financial data by November 15 each year, and the Auditor General must analyze these reports and submit a comprehensive written report to the legislature by December 30. The report must break down unspent funds by agency and budget line item, summarize totals by fund type, and provide recommendations to prevent waste, inefficiency, or fraud. This applies to all Commonwealth agencies, including departments, boards, universities (like Penn State and Pitt), and entities such as the Gaming Control Board and Turnpike Commission. The bill aims to improve fiscal transparency and accountability for state spending.