Sen. Wayne Fontana

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 147) designates September 19, 2025, as "POW/MIA Recognition Day" within the state of Pennsylvania. It formally recognizes this date for observance of prisoners of war and missing in action service members. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or alter existing policies; it solely establishes a day of official recognition for the state. The resolution is currently referred to the Rules & Executive Nominations committee.

Maddy summarySB 986 amends Pennsylvania's Tax Reform Code of 1971 to create a new tax credit under the PA EDGE economic development program specifically for businesses in the space economy. This provision would allow eligible space industry companies - such as those involved in satellite manufacturing, launch services, or space-related research - to claim tax credits for job creation and capital investments within Pennsylvania. The credits would reduce these businesses' state income tax liability, aiming to incentivize growth in the state's emerging space sector. The bill is currently referred to the Finance committee for further review.

Maddy summarySR 142 is a symbolic resolution designating September 1, 2025, as "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Day" in Pennsylvania. It does not create new laws or affect specific groups; instead, it formally recognizes this date for a public safety awareness campaign focused on preventing drunk driving. The resolution serves as a procedural statement to encourage law enforcement and community efforts during the designated period. This is a non-binding commemorative measure, not a policy change.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates September 2025 as "Histiocytosis Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. It formally recognizes the need to raise public awareness about histiocytosis, a rare immune system disorder. The resolution serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight this condition and support affected individuals and families, without creating new laws or altering existing policies.

Maddy summarySR 140 designates September 2025 as "Childhood Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. This resolution does not create new laws or requirements but formally recognizes the month to promote public awareness about childhood cancer. It encourages state agencies, community organizations, and the public to host educational events and support initiatives during September 2025. The resolution serves as a symbolic gesture by the Pennsylvania legislature to highlight the issue and support affected families.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes September 2025 as "Hunger Action Month" in Pennsylvania. It serves as a symbolic gesture to raise awareness about hunger issues but does not create new laws, policies, or affect any individuals or programs. The resolution was referred to the Rules & Executive Nominations committee on September 4, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates September 13, 2025, as "Celiac Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania. It is a ceremonial recognition with no binding legal effect or new policy requirements. The resolution directly affects Pennsylvanians living with celiac disease by raising public awareness through official state acknowledgment. As a non-binding resolution, it does not change laws, allocate funds, or impose obligations on any entity.

Maddy summaryPennsylvania's SB 988 amends crop insurance provisions to support farmers who plant cover crops (like grasses or legumes for soil health). It creates a $5 per acre rebate for farmers who pay federal crop insurance premiums on land where cover crops are planted, following USDA guidelines. The rebate program requires verification of cover crop planting and prohibits double funding from other state or federal grants. Eligible farmers must apply through the state department, with rebates distributed proportionally if funds are limited. This directly affects Pennsylvania agricultural producers enrolled in federal crop insurance programs.

Maddy summarySB 983 creates a program to support commercial and industrial businesses in installing solar panels on their rooftops. It directly affects large businesses (such as factories, warehouses, and offices) with suitable roof space. The bill establishes rules for program participation and sets standards for solar installations. The bill is currently pending review by the Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure committee.

Maddy summarySB 982 amends Pennsylvania's education code to establish new requirements for preventing and responding to bullying and cyberbullying in public K-12 schools. It requires all school entities (including districts, charter schools, and cyber charters) to adopt or revise anti-bullying policies by July 1 of the year after the law takes effect, including confidential reporting, 24-hour parent notifications for confirmed incidents, and 3-day investigation timelines. Schools must designate a bullying response coordinator, provide age-appropriate prevention education in existing curricula, and train staff every three years. The bill mandates annual anonymized data reporting on incidents through the Safe2Say Program and requires the Department of Education to develop a model policy within 120 days. The law takes effect 60 days after enactment.