Maddy summaryThis bill amends Pennsylvania's Public School Code to require schools to create written policies for managing student medications used for medical emergencies. It mandates that schools develop individualized medication plans upon request from parents or guardians, specifically for conditions not covered by standard asthma inhalers or epinephrine auto-injectors. The plan must include a doctor's statement detailing the medication, dosage, and potential reactions, along with a signed waiver that limits school liability. If a student is deemed capable, the policy allows them to self-administer the medicine after demonstrating competency, while schools must ensure the medication is securely stored and accessible to teachers if self-administration is not permitted.
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Maddy summaryThis bill creates the Agriculture Innovation Grant Program and a new oversight board to support farms and agribusinesses in Pennsylvania. The program offers reimbursement grants to eligible farmers, processors, and service providers for projects that improve energy efficiency, water quality, production methods, biosecurity, or data management. To receive funding, applicants must submit a proposal and provide at least 30% of the project costs from non-state sources. A newly established board, composed of representatives from various agricultural, government, and legislative sectors, will evaluate and award these grants based on criteria such as project feasibility and sustainability.
Maddy summaryThis resolution directs the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to evaluate Pennsylvania's current laws requiring local governments and school districts to publish official notices in print newspapers. The bill mandates that the committee gather specific data on the costs of printing these notices, newspaper subscription rates, and whether digital platforms offer free access to legal advertisements. Additionally, the review will compare Pennsylvania's policies with those of other states to determine if digital options should be included in transparency requirements. The committee is required to submit its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly within 180 days.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires newspapers to display the specific dollar amount paid by taxpayers in the lower right-hand corner of certain official advertisements and legal notices. It directly affects local governments and entities that fund public announcements through newspapers, such as townships, counties, school districts, and cities. The law mandates that this disclosure appears in ads related to township codes, public school notices, county regulations, and open meeting laws, while also prohibiting publishers from charging extra fees to include this information.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that asks the state legislature to officially recognize October 13, 2024, as the 249th birthday of the United States Navy. It does not create new laws, change funding, or affect any specific group of people, as it serves only as a symbolic gesture to honor the Navy's history and values. The text highlights the service's long tradition of protecting the nation and its core principles of honor, courage, and commitment.
Maddy summaryThis resolution designates September 20, 2024, as POW/MIA Recognition Day in Pennsylvania to honor soldiers who are prisoners of war or missing in action. The bill does not change any laws or require new actions from government agencies; instead, it serves as a symbolic gesture to acknowledge the sacrifices of these service members and their families. By setting aside a specific date for recognition, the measure aims to keep the memory of those unaccounted for from past conflicts alive within the state.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends Pennsylvania's Public School Code to restrict state funding for universities that host or support events promoting antisemitism during the 2024-2025 school year. It requires institutions to refund any state money received in the year such an event occurs and mandates that violations be reported to the State Board of Education for a hearing within 30 days. The legislation defines antisemitism using specific criteria, including hate speech, denial of the Holocaust, and double standards applied to Israel, and applies these rules to all state-funded universities in the Commonwealth.
Maddy summarySB 1290 amends Pennsylvania's Medical Marijuana Act to clarify rules regarding patient safety and employment. The bill defines specific terms like "impaired" and "safety-sensitive positions," which include jobs involving heights, machinery, or public safety. It prohibits patients from operating vehicles or performing essential duties while under the influence of marijuana, allowing employers to restrict such tasks without it being considered discrimination. Additionally, the legislation protects patients from being fired solely for having a medical marijuana certification, provided they are not impaired at work.
Maddy summaryThis bill updates Pennsylvania's Fiscal Code to clarify how individuals can claim abandoned or unclaimed property held by the state. It allows any person with an interest in such property to file a formal claim using a specific form provided by the State Treasurer. Additionally, the law permits the State Treasurer to automatically distribute property or its sale proceeds to a person if that person is identified as the sole owner and the item's value is under $500, even without a filed claim. The changes apply to the state government and affect anyone holding unclaimed assets or seeking to recover them.
Maddy summaryThis law updates Pennsylvania's Public School Code to clarify how schools must support students who are children of National Guard or Reserve members. It ensures that these students receive the same educational protections as those covered under the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children, regardless of whether their parent is stationed in another state or within the Commonwealth. The bill defines key terms like "Compact student" and limits the new rules to actions taken by public schools located in Pennsylvania. By aligning state regulations with the national compact, the legislation provides a consistent framework for supporting military-connected children in public education.