Sen. Amanda Cappelletti

Maddy summaryThis resolution symbolically designates June 8-14, 2025, as "Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania. It aims to raise public awareness about the Chesapeake Bay's ecological significance, economic value, and role in Pennsylvania's watershed, aligning with the Chesapeake Bay Program's 50th anniversary. The resolution encourages educational events and community activities to highlight the Bay's importance to residents, recreation, and regional ecosystems. It does not create new laws or impose obligations on any entity.

Maddy summarySB 845 requires commercial marinas and boat docks in Pennsylvania to implement electrical safety measures to prevent shock hazards. It mandates annual inspections by licensed electricians starting January 2025, installation of ground-fault protection (limiting electrical leakage to 100 milliamperes), and posting permanent warning signs stating "ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD RISK: NO SWIMMING WITHIN 100 YARDS" near water. These rules apply to facilities offering services for remuneration (e.g., rental, repairs), excluding privately owned docks used solely by owners or guests. The requirements take effect 60 days after enactment, with new electrical systems needing compliance after July 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates June 9-13, 2025, as "Union Organizing Week" in Pennsylvania. It symbolically honors workers who advocate for collective bargaining rights and fair workplace conditions, without creating new laws or altering existing policies. The resolution acknowledges the role of unions in improving wages, safety, and equity while recognizing workers' right to choose unionization. It is purely ceremonial and does not affect employers, workers, or labor regulations.

Maddy summaryPennsylvania's SB 612, the Menstrual Equity Act, requires specific public entities to provide free disposable menstrual products (like tampons and pads) in restrooms without stigma. It directly affects schools, colleges, correctional facilities, homeless shelters, government offices offering public services (e.g., unemployment assistance), and armories. The law mandates these locations make products available at no cost starting July 1, 2025, with state secretaries overseeing implementation. Key provisions focus on accessibility and eliminating cost barriers for people who menstruate in these settings.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates August 31, 2025, as "Overdose Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania. It requests the Governor to issue a proclamation encouraging public officials and residents to observe the day through appropriate activities, and to order flags flown at half-staff. The resolution aims to raise awareness about drug overdoses, reduce stigma around substance use, and acknowledge the impact of overdose deaths on families and communities. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic recognition of the overdose crisis.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates June 10, 2025, as "Delco Day" in Pennsylvania to honor Delaware County's community spirit and annual charitable event. It recognizes the "Delco Day" celebration, which unites residents to raise funds for local charities - specifically supporting the HEADstrong Foundation's "Nick's House," providing free housing for cancer patients and families seeking treatment in the Philadelphia area. The resolution is ceremonial and does not create new laws or funding.

Maddy summarySB 834 adds a simple option on Pennsylvania driver's license and ID card applications for applicants to learn about joining the national bone marrow and blood cell donor registry. The state will include a link to the National Marrow Donor Program's website during the application process, allowing applicants to explore voluntary enrollment. This affects all Pennsylvanians applying for or renewing licenses, though signing up does not legally obligate them to donate if matched later. The bill requires a partnership between the state and the donor program to implement this information-sharing mechanism.

Maddy summarySB 832 is a ceremonial bill naming two specific roundabouts in Doylestown Township, Bucks County. It designates the western roundabout (at New Britain Road and South Easton Road) as the "Blue Star Family Tribute Roundabout" to honor families with members currently serving in the U.S. military, and the eastern roundabout (at New Britain Road and Sauerman Road) as the "Gold Star Family Tribute Roundabout" to memorialize families who lost loved ones in military service. The bill requires the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to install signs displaying these names at both locations. This is a symbolic recognition with no new funding, regulations, or policy changes.

Maddy summarySB 824 updates Pennsylvania's vehicle code to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists. It requires vehicles parked near on-street pedestrian plazas or bike lanes to position wheels within 12 inches of the buffer zone between the lane and parking, with exceptions for school buses. The bill also mandates that cyclists use designated bike paths when marked by traffic signs, unless unsafe. Violations carry fines of $15 for general parking, $50-$200 for disability spot misuse, and $100-$300 for ignoring bike path requirements. Local governments can establish additional parking rules for these areas.

Maddy summarySB 816 requires Pennsylvania public schools serving grades 6-12 to annually provide parents with educational materials about eating disorders. The bill directly affects parents of middle and high school students by mandating schools to share information via email, mail, or school websites. Key mechanisms include creating a state Task Force (with health and education experts) to develop guidelines for school staff and parent resources on eating disorder warning signs and support services. The guidelines must be updated annually by the Task Force and incorporated into school health materials. This law amends the Public School Code to standardize parent education on eating disorders across all Pennsylvania school entities.