Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

Maddy summaryHB 1308 updates Pennsylvania's storm water management rules by amending environmental (Title 27) and municipal (Title 53) statutes. It requires municipalities to implement new storm water management plans for new construction and development projects, directly affecting local governments and developers. The bill establishes standardized requirements for managing runoff to protect water quality, including updated definitions and procedures for municipal authorities. These changes aim to modernize how communities address storm water pollution under state law.

Maddy summaryHB 2034 creates the Mushroom Farming and Composting Fund within Pennsylvania's Department of Agriculture to support mushroom farmers and composting businesses. The bill requires the Department to manage the fund, which will provide financial assistance for mushroom farming operations and composting initiatives. It directly affects mushroom growers and composting businesses by establishing a dedicated funding source for their industry. The key policy change is the creation of this new fund, replacing any existing mechanisms for supporting these specific agricultural activities.

Maddy summaryHB 804 expands Pennsylvania's existing Automobile Lemon Law (originally enacted in 1984) to cover recreational vehicles (RVs), including campers and motorhomes. It requires dealers to repair persistent defects in new RVs after a specified number of attempts, aligning RV repair obligations with those for automobiles. The bill updates definitions and repair procedures within the law to apply directly to RV buyers and dealerships selling new recreational vehicles. This change ensures RV purchasers have similar protections as car buyers when facing repeated, unresolved defects.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a symbolic resolution designating the week of November 17-21, 2025, as "Certified Public Accountant Week" in Pennsylvania. It directly recognizes the profession of Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) within the state through a formal legislative designation. The resolution has no policy or regulatory impact - it serves solely as a commemorative gesture without imposing new requirements or altering laws. The bill was adopted by the Pennsylvania legislature on November 17, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 2030 would allow Pennsylvania to join the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Interstate Compact, enabling APRNs (like nurse practitioners and anesthetists) to practice across state lines without obtaining separate licenses in each state. This directly affects APRNs working in Pennsylvania and those seeking to practice in other compact states. The bill requires the Governor and Secretary of the Commonwealth to adopt the compact's terms and implement its provisions. If enacted, it would streamline licensing for APRNs providing care in multiple states, reducing administrative barriers for healthcare providers and patients.

Maddy summaryHR 153 designates the week of November 16-22, 2025, as "County Row Office Employee Appreciation Week" in Pennsylvania. This resolution honors county office employees for their service but does not create new laws or provide funding. It is a symbolic gesture with no direct policy changes or financial impact on affected individuals or entities.

Maddy summaryHR 305 is a Pennsylvania legislative resolution designating November 2025 as "Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month" within the state. It does not create new laws or allocate funding, but formally recognizes the month to promote public awareness about pancreatic cancer. The resolution directly affects Pennsylvanians by encouraging community events, education, and support for cancer research and patient advocacy during that period. It was adopted by the state legislature on November 17, 2025.

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 1891, a Pennsylvania firearms bill, aims to amend state laws governing firearm sales and transfers under Title 18. However, the provided context does not include the bill's specific provisions or policy changes, only its procedural history (referred to Judiciary, amended, and laid on the table in November 2025). Without access to the bill's text or detailed amendments, a substantive summary of its mechanisms or affected parties cannot be provided. The bill appears stalled in the legislative process as of its most recent action. For concrete details, the full bill text would be required.

Maddy summaryHB 1385 amends Pennsylvania's juvenile justice laws to clarify definitions and update how courts handle cases involving young people who commit offenses. It directly affects juvenile offenders, courts, and child welfare agencies by standardizing terms like "delinquent child" and specifying court procedures for dispositions. Key provisions include revising legal definitions to reduce ambiguity and establishing clearer guidelines for court decisions on supervision, treatment, or other outcomes for minors. The bill aims to create more consistent and transparent processes within the juvenile justice system. (Note: The bill is currently "laid on the table" and not actively moving forward in the legislative process.)