Sen. Kristin Phillips-Hill

Maddy summarySB 418 clarifies procedures for filling vacancies in county district attorney and municipal offices across Pennsylvania. It requires county courts to appoint the first assistant district attorney (if qualified) or another eligible person to serve the remainder of the unexpired term, with elections held no sooner than 90 days after the vacancy. The bill also prevents municipalities from altering these vacancy rules through home rule charters, ensuring statutory procedures remain in place. These changes apply immediately upon enactment.

Maddy summarySB 10 establishes the Pennsylvania Award for Student Success Scholarship Program (PASS), providing financial assistance to low-income students attending nonpublic schools. It directly affects eligible students in Pennsylvania who live in households below 250% of the federal poverty level, attend or reside within the attendance boundary of a low-achieving public school, and have not earned a high school diploma. The program, administered by the State Treasury starting in the 2026-2027 school year, covers tuition, school-related fees, and special education services at participating nonpublic schools. School districts must notify parents of eligible students about the program within 15 days of a school being designated "low-achieving."

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates November 7, 2025, as "Victims of Communism Memorial Day" within Pennsylvania. It is a symbolic gesture recognizing individuals affected by communist regimes, primarily impacting Pennsylvania state observances. The resolution does not create new laws or alter existing policies; it simply formally designates a specific date for commemoration. As a procedural resolution, it requires approval by the Pennsylvania General Assembly to take effect.

Maddy summaryThis resolution directs Pennsylvania's Joint State Government Commission, Public Utility Commission, Department of Community and Economic Development, and Department of Environmental Protection to study the state's energy needs and develop recommendations for a comprehensive energy strategy. It requires these agencies to assess current energy policies, infrastructure, and environmental impacts to create a unified plan. The resolution does not create new laws but sets a process for agencies to collaborate on developing future energy policy.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates November 2025 as "Good Samaritan Law Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. It aims to raise public awareness about Good Samaritan laws, which protect individuals who assist others in emergency situations. The resolution does not create new legal requirements or directly affect specific groups - it is a symbolic designation to promote understanding of existing protections. The bill was referred to the Rules & Executive Nominations committee on November 5, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 1082 designates January 11 as "Human Trafficking Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania each year. The bill requires the state government to annually recognize this day to promote public awareness about human trafficking. It does not create new programs, funding, or legal obligations; it solely establishes an official observance date. This designation directly affects Pennsylvania state agencies and public awareness efforts.

Maddy summaryThis resolution symbolically recognizes November 14, 2025, as "World Diabetes Day" in Pennsylvania. It does not create new laws or policies; it is a ceremonial designation for the state to acknowledge the global observance of World Diabetes Day. The resolution directly affects Pennsylvania's official calendar for that date, encouraging state entities to participate in related observances. It has no direct impact on individuals, healthcare, or funding.

Maddy summaryThis resolution directs Pennsylvania's Joint State Government Commission to study the state's aircraft and aviation assets (like planes, helicopters, and hangars) owned by departments including Transportation, the Attorney General's office, and State Police. The study must inventory all assets, review operational needs, costs (including maintenance and storage), insurance, and compare leasing versus ownership to identify savings. It requires the Commission to examine best practices from other states and the private sector, then provide cost-saving recommendations to the legislature within 12 months. The goal is to improve efficiency and transparency in managing these resources for taxpayer savings.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates November 2025 as "Epilepsy Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. It serves as a ceremonial recognition to highlight epilepsy awareness efforts within the state, without creating new laws or altering policies. The resolution was referred to the Rules & Executive Nominations committee on October 29, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 182) commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps and honors the service and sacrifice of Marines throughout history, specifically acknowledging their contributions to both the Commonwealth and the nation. It is a formal, non-binding resolution adopted by the legislature to recognize this milestone, directly affecting the Commonwealth's official acknowledgment of Marine Corps history. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to Marines' legacy.