Rep. Mike Jones

Maddy summaryThis law allows highway construction and maintenance vehicles in Pennsylvania to use flashing or revolving green lights in addition to the standard yellow lights. The Department of Transportation, working with the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, will create rules for how these lights are used and must finalize them within three years. Only vehicles owned by municipalities, state agencies, or their contractors that are used for road work, snow removal, or traffic control are permitted to display these lights. Any other vehicle found using similar green lighting equipment will be considered to have committed a summary offense and could face a fine between $100 and $500.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Pennsylvania's corporate laws to update rules governing business entities, including corporations, partnerships, and limited liability companies. Key changes allow domestic nonprofit associations like cooperatives and planned communities to register their names to prevent duplication, clarify how certain asset transactions are classified, and specify when manager-managed LLCs can approve mergers without member votes. The legislation also refines definitions for foreign corporations, expands the types of debt terms that can be authorized, and outlines procedures for derivative legal actions by shareholders or members. These updates aim to modernize the legal framework for entity formation, transactions, and governance across various business structures in the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows local governments in Pennsylvania to charge fees to taxpayers who owe delinquent per capita, poll, or occupation taxes. The fees are intended to cover the costs of sending notices about unpaid taxes and other collection efforts, and the money collected goes directly to the tax collector. Local officials must keep a detailed record of these fees and can only charge for costs incurred within five years of when the tax was due. The law also prevents taxpayers from suing to get these fees back and stops the use of contingency fees for collecting these specific taxes.

Maddy summaryThis bill changes how local governments in Pennsylvania handle the collection of unpaid taxes for specific categories like income, occupation, and local services. It removes the requirement for tax collectors to send a registered or certified mail notice to taxpayers before taking collection action against their employers. Instead, local authorities can now charge taxpayers for the costs of sending notices or using other collection procedures, provided these costs are approved by the local governing body. Additionally, the bill limits the time window for collecting these specific costs to five years from the date the tax was originally due.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Pennsylvania laws regarding off-road vehicles, specifically all-terrain vehicles and dirt bikes, within urban municipalities. It clarifies that cities of the second, second class A, and third class are considered urban municipalities for the purpose of these regulations. The legislation ensures that local governments retain the authority to create their own rules banning or restricting these vehicles within city limits and prevents the state law from being used to override local ordinances. Additionally, it confirms that operating these vehicles outside urban areas must still follow existing state and local laws. The changes take effect 60 days after the bill is enacted.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that formally recognizes May 18, 2024, as "Armed Forces Day" within the state of Pennsylvania. It directly honors the service and sacrifice of U.S. military members and their families by encouraging local appreciation and acknowledging the support provided by private citizens and businesses. The text includes standard statements of gratitude and commits the state to supporting service personnel, but it does not create any new laws or change existing policies. Copies of the resolution are intended for distribution to military installations in the Commonwealth to share the recognition.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the definitions of daily, monthly, and weekly drawings under Pennsylvania's Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, which governs licensed charitable gaming organizations. It clarifies that chances for these games cannot be sold for more than $10 and limits participants to one chance per drawing, while also allowing winners to be selected using random number generators or state lottery methods. The changes apply to eligible groups that run these games and will take effect 60 days after the bill is enacted.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to officially recognize September 12, 2024, as "National Police Woman Day" within the state. The resolution honors female law enforcement officers for their service and aims to highlight their contributions to public safety and community trust. It does not create new laws or change any policies but serves as a symbolic gesture to acknowledge the role of women in policing.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Pennsylvania law to clarify and expand the process for tax refunds on liquid fuels used by specific industries. It primarily affects ready mix concrete truck operators by creating a new provision that allows them to claim reimbursements for fuel taxes paid when using power takeoff systems to mix concrete. The legislation establishes strict documentation requirements, mandating that claims include detailed receipts, purchase dates, and descriptions of the machinery used, while also setting a minimum threshold of 100 gallons for a single claim to be eligible. Additionally, the bill outlines a quarterly filing schedule with a 60-day deadline after each quarter ends and retains the existing $1.50 filing fee for approved claims.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Pennsylvania vehicle laws to exempt specific agricultural equipment from registration and licensing requirements. It allows individuals to drive farm implements, trailers, or semitrailers up to 25 miles to a school-hosted agricultural event without needing a driver's license, provided the vehicle is no wider than 11 feet and the trip occurs between sunrise and sunset. The measure directly affects farmers and students participating in annual agriculture-related educational events, simplifying the process for transporting equipment to these gatherings.