Rep. Dave Zimmerman

Maddy summaryHB 1083 updates Pennsylvania's 1931 Barbers' License Law to clarify definitions and modernize regulations. It specifically defines "mobile unit" as a self-contained barber establishment at least 24 feet long that must be licensed by the board and meet health/safety standards. The bill requires the Department of State to maintain public records of licensed barber shops (including addresses of mobile unit owners) and allows a reasonable fee for copies. It also mandates that shops display a visible notice with a consumer complaint phone number and requires inspections to be conducted by authorized agents (not board members), with approved premises displaying a seal or sticker. These changes primarily affect barber shops, mobile barber units, and their operators.

Maddy summaryHB 1078 updates Pennsylvania's school health requirements to strengthen vision screening and eye health examinations for students. It mandates annual vision screenings by trained school personnel for all school-aged children, with comprehensive eye exams by licensed professionals required if screenings fail. The bill specifies that students must receive eye health exams upon school admission, in fourth grade, and eighth grade, and adds requirements for exams related to special education evaluations. Schools must notify parents of failed screenings and provide resources, but are not responsible for covering exam costs or treatment. This directly affects all public and nonpublic school students in Pennsylvania.

Maddy summaryHB 1076 shortens Pennsylvania's statute of limitations for collecting most assessed taxes from 10 years to 7 years. It applies to taxes where the settlement, determination, or assessment becomes final after January 1, 2026, including taxes from nonfiled returns due after that date. The bill specifies that filing a tax lien does not extend this 7-year collection period. This change directly affects taxpayers with unpaid taxes and the Department of Revenue, which must collect within the new timeframe. The law takes effect on January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 1069 modifies Pennsylvania's Public School Code to allow military-connected students to enroll in schools before establishing residency. Specifically, it requires school districts to permit children of active-duty military members (with official transfer orders) to enroll immediately upon providing military orders and proof of intent to move (e.g., lease, home purchase contract). The bill mandates that schools accept transferred credits with their original grades for GPA calculations and requires families to submit residency proof within 45 days of the military transfer date. This directly affects military families relocating within Pennsylvania, ensuring continuity in education during relocations.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a state-funded program to help agricultural landowners install wildlife deterrent fencing. Eligible landowners who have experienced verifiable crop damage from wildlife (documented through at least 10% loss, physical evidence, and an in-person assessment) can receive 50% cost-sharing for approved fencing. The Department of Agriculture will administer the program, verifying damage and overseeing construction to meet specific wildlife-targeted standards. Funding is set at $4 million for the first year and $2 million annually thereafter, sourced from the Game Fund, with unspent funds after 2036 returned to the Game Fund.

Maddy summaryHR 147 designates May 21, 2025, as "Emergency Medical Services for Children Day" in Pennsylvania. The resolution recognizes the Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Program - a federal initiative focused on improving emergency care for infants, children, and teens - and honors the healthcare professionals, EMS providers, and families involved in pediatric emergency services. It does not create new laws or alter funding but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of efforts to enhance pediatric emergency care systems across the state.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House resolution (HR 146) urges Congress to cooperate with efforts to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education. It argues that education policy should be managed by states like Pennsylvania, citing federal funding mandates and claims that the Department has not improved student outcomes (referencing NAEP data). The resolution does not change any laws or funding but formally requests federal action to transfer education authority to states. It reaffirms Pennsylvania's constitutional duty to manage its public education system for 1.7 million students across 500 school districts.

Maddy summaryHB 1061 requires Pennsylvania voter registration applicants to provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship when applying to register. This applies to all registration methods - online, in-person, by mail, or with a driver's license application. Acceptable proof includes passports, birth certificates, military IDs, naturalization documents, or other government-issued IDs showing U.S. birthplace. The bill mandates that election officials verify citizenship during registration and adds penalties for officials who fail to comply. It directly affects anyone seeking to register to vote in Pennsylvania.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to Pennsylvania that would ban all taxes on real property, including land and buildings owned by individuals or businesses. The change would take effect on July 1, 2030, and would apply to taxes imposed by the state government, local municipalities, school districts, or any other political subdivision within the Commonwealth. To become law, the amendment must pass both houses of the General Assembly and then be approved by voters in a statewide election. The bill argues that taxing property violates the inherent right to own and protect property, a principle recognized since Pennsylvania's founding in 1776.

Maddy summaryHB 1053 prohibits per diem payments to Pennsylvania state legislators for days served, requiring reimbursement only for documented actual expenses instead. It directly affects all members of the Pennsylvania General Assembly by changing how they receive compensation for travel or lodging. The bill does not impact legislators' base salaries, benefits, or other existing forms of compensation. This change applies specifically to daily service expenses and takes effect 60 days after enactment.