Sen. Doug Mastriano

Maddy summarySB 1078 would standardize the 911 emergency service surcharge across Pennsylvania by replacing inconsistent local rates with a single statewide fee. It directly affects local governments and emergency services that collect these surcharges from phone and utility customers. The bill repeals outdated provisions in the current law that allowed varying surcharge amounts, ensuring all communities use the same rate for 911 funding. This change aims to simplify billing and ensure consistent revenue for emergency communications systems statewide. The bill was laid on the table in November 2025, meaning it did not advance further in the legislative process.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a bill), not a law. It expresses the legislature's condemnation of the Chinese Communist Party for persecuting Falun Dafa practitioners and denouncing actions the resolution claims target American citizens and residents in Pennsylvania through transnational repression. The resolution serves as a formal statement of disapproval but does not create new legal requirements or alter policy. It has been referred to the Rules & Executive Nominations committee for further consideration.

Maddy summarySB 246 requires Pennsylvania public, nonpublic, and private schools to notify parents/guardians and staff within 24 hours about specific incidents, including weapon possession on school property (violating state law or school policies), repeated bullying, harassment, serious injury, or intentional property damage exceeding $1,000. It applies to all schools covered under the Public School Code, including charter and cyber charter schools. The law specifies notification methods must be effective, limits notifications to relevant school buildings or campuses when incidents occur there, and preserves existing requirements to report to law enforcement. This bill does not change school safety policies but mandates timely communication about certain safety incidents to affected families and staff.

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 summarySR 177 is a procedural resolution directing Pennsylvania's Joint State Government Commission to create a task force with stakeholder input. This task force will review, update, and organize the state's existing emergency management services law. The resolution does not change laws itself but sets up a process to modernize the framework governing emergency response. It affects how Pennsylvania manages emergency preparedness policies through future legislative updates.

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.

Maddy summarySB 1060 amends Pennsylvania's Health Care Facilities Act to require licensed health care facilities to screen new patients for veteran status during admission. This applies directly to hospitals, clinics, and other facilities that admit new patients under the Act. The bill updates licensing requirements to mandate this screening as a standard part of patient intake, without altering existing benefits or eligibility processes. The provision aims to identify veterans for potential service-connected care options through the facility's existing systems.

Maddy summarySB 6 creates a statewide system to streamline permit processing for state agencies. It requires a digital tracking system for permit applications, establishes a third-party review process for delayed permit decisions, and mandates annual reports on permit timelines. The bill also creates two new state entities: the Pennsylvania Office of Transformation and Opportunity (to coordinate permit reforms) and the Economic Development Strategy Group (to develop growth plans). These provisions directly affect state agencies managing permits, businesses and individuals applying for permits, and the new offices tasked with implementing the changes. The bill passed final passage in October 2025 and now awaits further committee review.

Maddy summarySB 1068 removes existing regulations governing the state's CO2 Budget Trading Program, which is a system where businesses buy and sell allowances for carbon emissions. This change directly affects companies participating in the program by eliminating specific compliance rules they previously had to follow. The key provision is the outright abrogation (removal) of these regulations, streamlining the program's operational requirements without creating new rules. The bill passed final passage on October 22, 2025, and was referred to the Environmental & Natural Resource Protection committee for further consideration.