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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Apr 13, 2026

HR 327: A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study evaluating the feasibility of a multifaceted approach to decreasing food waste given this Commonwealth's current infrastructure.

HR 327 is a resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to study how to reduce food waste in the state using multiple strategies, considering existing infrastructure. It would evaluate practical approaches for decreasing food waste across the Commonwealth, focusing on what is currently feasible. The resolution itself does not change laws or funding but would produce a report to inform future policy decisions. This study would be conducted by the Commission, with findings potentially guiding future legislative action on food waste reduction.
Roni Green (D) · 14 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Apr 13, 2026

HR 240: A Resolution recognizing the month of January 2026 as "Stalking Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

HR 240 is a resolution designating January 2026 as "Stalking Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. This resolution formally recognizes the month to promote public awareness about stalking and encourage community efforts to address the issue. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic designation to highlight stalking prevention and support resources. The resolution was referred to the Judiciary committee and reported as committed in 2025.
Kristin Marcell (R) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Apr 13, 2026

HR 58: A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to pass a constitutional amendment that provides that neither slavery nor involuntary servitude may be imposed as a punishment for a crime.

HR 58 is a resolution urging Congress to propose a constitutional amendment banning slavery and involuntary servitude as punishments for criminal offenses. It directly targets a legal exception in the 13th Amendment that currently permits such practices within the criminal justice system. The resolution itself has no legal effect but seeks to initiate the constitutional amendment process to address this longstanding exception.
Carol Kazeem (D) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Apr 13, 2026

HB 879: An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in riot, disorderly conduct and related offenses, providing for concurrent jurisdiction to prosecute.

HB 879 would change Pennsylvania law to allow both state and local prosecutors to pursue charges for riot, disorderly conduct, and related offenses that currently fall under state jurisdiction alone. This bill directly affects law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and individuals charged with these specific offenses by expanding who can bring legal action. The key provision establishes "concurrent jurisdiction," meaning local district attorneys and the state attorney general could both prosecute the same case without requiring state involvement. The bill aims to streamline enforcement for these offenses but does not alter the penalties or definitions of the crimes themselves.
Mary Isaacson (D) · 21 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 2369: An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in returns of primaries and elections, further providing for appeals to court from decisions of the county board and for Secretary of the Commonwealth to tabulate, compute and canvass returns; and, in recounts and contests, further providing for entry and effect of decision and providing for appeal.

This bill updates Pennsylvania election laws to streamline how votes are counted and how disputes are handled in primaries and general elections. It requires the Secretary of the Commonwealth to immediately tabulate and certify election results, while also mandating that courts resolve election appeals within seven days. Additionally, the legislation allows for a rapid appeal to the Supreme Court within one day of a lower court's decision, ensuring a final ruling is issued before the meeting of presidential electors. These changes aim to accelerate the certification of election outcomes and provide a faster legal process for challenging election results.
Ben Sanchez (D) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SR 264: A Resolution recognizing the week of April 6 through 12, 2026, as "Public Health Week" in Pennsylvania.

This Senate Resolution designates the week of April 6 through 12, 2026, as 'Public Health Week' throughout Pennsylvania to align with the national observance. The measure includes a series of 'whereas' clauses that highlight various public health statistics and challenges, such as declining life expectancy, health disparities among racial and ethnic groups, and the impact of violence and disease on the community. By officially recognizing this week, the resolution aims to raise awareness about the importance of preventive health measures and the role of public health professionals in improving overall community well-being.
Amanda Cappelletti (D) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SR 267: A Resolution designating the month of April 2026 as "Child Abuse Prevention Month" in Pennsylvania.

This Senate Resolution designates April 2026 as "Child Abuse Prevention Month" in Pennsylvania to raise awareness about child safety. The measure does not alter any laws or create new programs but serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight the importance of preventing abuse. It acknowledges the ongoing efforts of parents, educators, and community members to protect children while calling for continued progress in this area.
Scott Martin (R) · 20 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 478: A Resolution designating April 29, 2026, as "Professional Pest Management Appreciation Day" in Pennsylvania.

This bill designates April 29, 2026, as "Professional Pest Management Appreciation Day" in Pennsylvania. The resolution aims to recognize the work of pest control professionals who help protect homes, businesses, and public spaces from pests and related health risks. It highlights the role of organizations like the Pennsylvania Pest Management Association in promoting safe and environmentally friendly pest management practices. The bill does not change any laws or require funding, but serves as a formal acknowledgment of the pest management industry's contributions to public health and safety.
Joe Kerwin (R)
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SR 266: A Resolution designating the month of April 2026 as "Pennsylvania Donate Life Month" in Pennsylvania.

Senate Resolution 266 officially designates April 2026 as Pennsylvania Donate Life Month to raise awareness about organ, tissue, and cornea donation. This resolution directly affects the public by encouraging them to register as donors and highlights the state's commitment to saving lives through transplantation. The measure relies on public education and recognition rather than creating new laws or funding, serving as a symbolic gesture to promote the importance of donation.
Lynda Culver (R) · 16 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 2371: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax; and, in gross receipts tax, further providing for imposition of tax; and providing for reporting and for transfers.

HB 2371 modifies Pennsylvania's tax code to temporarily exempt mobile telecommunications services from sales and gross receipts taxes for six months starting in 2026. The bill requires providers to report these services separately and mandates that the tax savings be passed directly to consumers through lower bills, with penalties for non-compliance. Additionally, the legislation ensures that a specific transfer of funds from the Alternative Fuels Incentive Act remains consistent with the previous fiscal year.
Kristin Marcell (R) · 19 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 2373: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in gross receipts tax, further providing for imposition of tax and for establishment of revenue-neutral reconciliation; and providing for reporting and for transfers.

This bill modifies Pennsylvania's gross receipts tax rules for electric, waterpower, and hydro-electric utilities. It establishes a six-month tax holiday where these companies pay no gross receipts tax, starting in July 2026. The legislation requires utilities to pass the savings from this holiday directly to consumers as a reduction in their bills, with penalties for non-compliance. Additionally, the bill mandates that money transferred from the Alternative Fuels Incentive Act for the 2026-2027 fiscal year must match or exceed the amount transferred in the previous year.
Eric Davanzo (R) · 16 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 2370: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for imposition of tax and for requirement of withholding tax.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's personal income tax law to establish a temporary lower tax rate of 2.99% for six months starting in 2026, before reverting to the standard rate of 3.07%. It applies this reduced rate to income earned by residents and nonresidents from sources within the state. Additionally, the legislation requires employers to withhold taxes from employee paychecks in a way that accounts for this temporary rate change. The changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2026, or later if the law is not signed into effect sooner.
David Rowe (R) · 21 co-sponsors
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