Sen. Wayne Langerholc

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Pennsylvania's hunting laws to create a new permit for regulated hunting grounds, allowing landowners to manage wildlife on their property. Under the new rules, permit holders can remove birds killed on their land without traditional tagging, provided they attach a label with their contact information and details about the birds. The label must stay on the package or container until the birds are either returned to the landowner's address or prepared for eating. This change directly affects individuals who hold these specific permits and alters how they must document harvested game.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Pennsylvania's sentencing guidelines by adding a specific crime to the list of Tier II sexual offenses. It directly affects sports officials, volunteers, and employees of nonprofit associations who commit sexual assault under the state's penal code. By including this act in the tier system, the legislation ensures that convictions for these offenses carry the same sentencing weight as other crimes currently classified at that level. The change becomes effective immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Professional Nursing Law to create a new program allowing certified registered nurse practitioners to work independently in rural areas without needing a written agreement with a physician. To qualify, a nurse practitioner must hold a current license, have no recent disciplinary actions, and demonstrate at least three years of prior practice experience involving over 3,600 hours. Once approved, eligible practitioners can prescribe treatments and manage patient care solely based on their nursing expertise, provided they continue to meet biennial renewal requirements and complete specific continuing education on patient safety. The legislation also clarifies that these nurses must identify themselves clearly to patients and refer cases beyond their scope of practice, while removing legal liability for collaborating physicians when the nurse practices under this new program.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Pennsylvania laws to allow municipalities to regulate unauthorized camping and encampments on private property that lack sanitation or create unsanitary conditions. It defines these encampments as public nuisances and gives local governments the authority to issue notices to property owners, requiring them to remove the encampment within 30 days or face abatement at their expense. The legislation also establishes that property owners, including corporations and trusts, are liable for cleanup costs and fines, even if they cannot be personally served with notices, and allows cities to deny certain permits to owners who fail to address serious violations or unauthorized encampments.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution urges Congress to pass a federal law requiring the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense to offer stellate ganglion block therapy to military personnel and veterans suffering from PTSD. The bill aims to address the limitations of current treatments by making this low-risk, long-used medical procedure available to help reduce symptoms like anxiety and hyperarousal. By advocating for the inclusion of this specific therapy, the resolution seeks to expand treatment options for a significant portion of the veteran population diagnosed with PTSD.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the Denise Williams Act, creates a state program to fund safe exchange zones where individuals can meet to trade online purchases or exchange children. Local municipalities can apply for one-time grants to set up these zones near police stations, sheriff offices, state police barracks, or other public areas with active law enforcement presence. To qualify, the zones must include video surveillance, clear signage with emergency contact information, and oversight by local police or sheriff departments who will monitor the area without interfering unless there is a danger. The program aims to provide secure public locations for transactions while limiting the legal liability of the municipalities, police departments, and the state department that administer the grants.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania bill cancels existing rules that governed the state's CO2 Budget Trading Program, a system designed to manage carbon emissions through a cap-and-trade mechanism. By repealing the specific regulations found in the state's administrative code, the legislation effectively ends the current framework for trading carbon allowances and managing emission limits. The law takes effect immediately upon passage, removing the legal basis for the program's operations without altering the underlying concept of the trading system itself.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution commemorates the 77th anniversary of the United States Air Force and the Air National Guard. It highlights the history of these branches, noting their establishment in 1947 and their service in various conflicts and disaster relief efforts. The bill serves as a formal acknowledgment of their contributions and does not alter any laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania bill updates the state's Public School Code to require that all elementary schools teach cursive handwriting and provide students with a copy of the National Flag Code by eighth grade. It mandates that every student receive cursive instruction until they can read and write it by the end of fifth grade. Additionally, the legislation clarifies which existing laws and regulations apply to both traditional and cyber charter schools, ensuring they adhere to standards regarding safety, fair treatment, and other educational requirements.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution designates September 2024 as "Childhood Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania to highlight the impact of pediatric cancer on the state's youth and families. The bill does not create new laws or change funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to raise public awareness about the disease and the state's existing support systems. It acknowledges Pennsylvania's role as a leader in pediatric care by recognizing its seven Children's Oncology Group hospitals and the millions of dollars already allocated to research. The resolution encourages residents to join the fight against the disease and honors the patients, families, and medical professionals involved in the cause.