Rep. Dan Moul

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Pennsylvania Election Code to require the Secretary of the Commonwealth to create a public website for reporting election results. The site must display data for each race showing how many precincts have reported their votes and how many remain unreported, with this information available from the election day until all results are certified. The change directly affects the Secretary of the Commonwealth's duties and provides voters with real-time visibility into election progress. The law is set to take effect 60 days after being signed.

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 September 2024 as "Military Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month" to highlight the high suicide rates among veterans in the state. The measure aims to raise public consciousness about the issue by officially setting aside the month for recognition and support rather than implementing new laws or funding. It expresses support for ongoing federal and state efforts to assist veterans and their families while acknowledging the specific challenges they face.

Maddy summaryHB 1477 updates the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code to allow local governments to submit planning documents electronically instead of by mail or hand delivery. This change applies to municipalities and counties that need to send proposed or adopted plans, zoning ordinances, or amendments to other government bodies for review. To ensure reliability, the law requires that electronic files be in standard PDF format or similar, and it protects the validity of these submissions even if the recipient fails to receive them. The bill also mandates that local governments keep records of all electronic transmissions and allows comments on these plans to be sent back digitally. Finally, the legislation clarifies that any electronic submissions made before the law takes effect remain valid.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 11 through 17, 2024, as Future Business Leaders of America Week in Pennsylvania. It directly honors the nonprofit organization FBLA, which supports students in developing business and leadership skills through various chapters across the state. The measure serves as a commemorative recognition of the group's history and mission rather than enacting new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House Resolution designates April 2024 as Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month to highlight the impact of the condition on approximately one million Americans. The measure formally acknowledges the disease's status as a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that causes tremors, movement difficulties, and other symptoms while increasing the need for research and education. By urging residents to support cure efforts and assist affected families, the resolution aims to raise public awareness without changing any laws or funding.

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 House Resolution designates June 2024 as "Dairy Month" in Pennsylvania to recognize the state's dairy industry. The measure highlights the economic importance of dairy farming, noting that it supports over 47,000 jobs and generates billions in annual activity. While the resolution does not create new laws or regulations, it aims to raise awareness about the industry and encourage the purchase of locally produced dairy products.