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passed · Pennsylvania · House Mar 30, 2026

HB 1718: An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for flood insurance notification; imposing duties on the Insurance Department; and imposing a penalty.

HB 1718 requires Pennsylvania insurance companies to notify homeowners when they purchase or renew a standard homeowner's insurance policy about the availability and cost of separate flood insurance coverage. The law mandates that insurers provide a clear, stand-alone written notice (by mail or email) explaining that homeowner's insurance typically doesn't cover floods, highlighting flood risks even outside designated flood zones, and detailing how to obtain flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program or private insurers - including estimated costs. The Insurance Department must create a model disclosure form containing these required elements and can enforce compliance, imposing penalties of up to $10,000 per violation for non-compliance. This bill directly affects homeowners purchasing or renewing homeowner's policies and insurers operating in Pennsylvania.
Jacklyn Rusnock (D) · 14 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Mar 30, 2026

HB 1260: An Act providing for solar-ready projects involving a warehouse or distribution center; authorizing tax exemptions and special tax provisions; imposing duties on the Department of Environmental Protection; and imposing penalties.

HB 1260 would allow businesses owning warehouses or distribution centers to install solar energy systems by providing tax exemptions for "solar-ready" projects. It directly affects commercial property owners in the state by reducing their tax burden for qualifying solar installations. Key provisions include authorizing special tax breaks, requiring the Department of Environmental Protection to establish guidelines for these projects, and imposing fines for non-compliance with solar-ready construction standards. The bill aims to incentivize renewable energy adoption in large commercial facilities through concrete tax policy changes.
Jacklyn Rusnock (D) · 47 co-sponsors
passed · Pennsylvania · House Mar 30, 2026

HB 1257: A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions.

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment in Pennsylvania regarding exemptions and special provisions, but the specific exemptions or provisions it would change are not detailed in the provided information. As a constitutional amendment, it would require approval by the state legislature and potentially a statewide vote, affecting Pennsylvania's constitutional framework. The bill is currently active (removed from the table on 2025-11-19) but remains in early procedural stages with no substantive content described. Since it is a procedural constitutional proposal without defined policy changes in the context, a detailed summary of its impact cannot be provided.
Tarah Probst (D) · 33 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 27, 2026

HB 2322: An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in support of the indigent, repealing provisions relating to relatives' liability and procedure.

This bill would repeal Pennsylvania laws that require relatives to financially support indigent family members, including spouses, children, and parents. The change would remove the legal obligation for these relatives to provide financial assistance regardless of their own financial situation. By eliminating these provisions, the bill aims to reduce the financial burden on family members who might otherwise be held liable for supporting indigent relatives. The repeal would take effect 60 days after the bill is enacted.
Kristine Howard (D) · 22 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 27, 2026

HB 2323: An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in military educational programs, further providing for definitions, for eligibility, for certification of eligibility, for grants, for amount of grants, for limitations and for recoupment of grant payments.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's military educational assistance program by clarifying eligibility requirements and service obligations for National Guard and reserve component members. It establishes that eligible members must sign a promissory note agreeing to repay grant funds if they fail to complete their required service commitment, which ranges from six years for National Guard members to eight years for federal reserve members. The legislation also allows for successive grant certificates upon completing initial obligations and permits members who receive other-than-dishonorable discharges to retain a proportional share of earned benefits if they meet specific conditions. These changes apply to members of the Pennsylvania National Guard and reserve components of the U.S. Armed Forces seeking educational assistance through the state program.
Jim Prokopiak (D) · 25 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 27, 2026

HB 2324: A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions relating to property tax relief for disabled first responders.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to establish property tax relief for first responders in Pennsylvania who become disabled due to injuries or illnesses sustained while performing their official duties. The amendment would require the General Assembly to create uniform general laws providing these tax exemptions and special provisions for affected individuals. If passed by the legislature and approved by voters, this change would permanently modify the state constitution to ensure ongoing property tax relief for disabled first responders. The bill currently requires passage by the General Assembly and subsequent voter approval to become effective.
Jamie Walsh (R) · 3 co-sponsors
signed · Pennsylvania · Senate Mar 27, 2026

SB 1218: An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, in licenses and regulations and liquor, alcohol and malt and brewed beverages, providing for Philadelphia 250 permits and further providing for special sporting event permits for public venue licensees; and, in distilleries, wineries, bonded warehouses, bailees for hire and transporters for hire, further providing for limited distilleries and distilleries.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's Liquor Code to create new permit types for alcohol-related events and businesses. It allows nonprofit organizations to obtain temporary wine and spirits auction permits for fundraising, while establishing a special "Philadelphia 250 permit" for establishments in Philadelphia to operate during the city's annual celebration. The bill also clarifies the definition of ready-to-drink cocktails and expands permit eligibility for certain community health organizations. These changes require businesses to pay application fees, complete safety training, and post permit information online, with the Philadelphia permit subject to city protest.
Joe Picozzi (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 26, 2026

HB 2317: An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in Commonwealth agency fees, further providing for Department of Labor and Industry to collect fees.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's Administrative Code to update how the Department of Labor and Industry collects fees from the public. It establishes a mechanism for automatically adjusting certain agency fees annually based on the Consumer Price Index to account for inflation, with increases published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin. The changes apply to fees currently listed in the department's fee schedule and take effect immediately upon passage.
Joe D'Orsie (R) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 26, 2026

HR 459: A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to enact legislation for the payment of Transportation Security Officers during a government shutdown.

This Pennsylvania House Resolution asks the U.S. Congress to create a law that ensures Transportation Security Officers receive their pay even during a federal government shutdown. The measure highlights that these airport security workers are currently working without pay, leading to increased wait times and staffing issues at airports across the country. It urges lawmakers to address this funding gap immediately and to establish a system that prevents similar situations from happening in the future. The resolution does not directly change federal law but serves as a formal request from the state legislature to the national government.
Pat Harkins (D) · 14 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 26, 2026

HB 2319: An Act amending the act of June 24, 1976 (P.L.424, No.101), referred to as the Emergency and Law Enforcement Personnel Death Benefits Act, further providing for title of act; and adding provisions relating to telecommunicators.

This bill expands death benefit eligibility under Pennsylvania's Emergency and Law Enforcement Personnel Death Benefits Act to include telecommunicators, who are now formally recognized as covered personnel alongside firefighters, law enforcement officers, and other first responders. The legislation adds telecommunicators to the list of individuals presumed to have died in the line of duty if they suffer a fatal heart attack or stroke while on duty or within 24 hours of responding to an emergency. It also clarifies that telecommunicators are considered to be acting in the performance of their duties when following 911 emergency communication service protocols, ensuring they receive the same death benefits as other covered emergency personnel.
Jim Rigby (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 26, 2026

HB 2318: An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in riot, disorderly conduct and related offenses, providing for the offense of interference with religious worship.

This Pennsylvania bill creates a new criminal offense for interfering with religious worship, which would apply to individuals who intentionally disrupt religious services or block access to places of worship. The law defines interference as knowingly entering or remaining in a religious building after being asked to leave and disrupting activities, or using force, threats, or physical obstruction to harm or impede people exercising their religion. Violations would be classified as third-degree misdemeanors for simple disruption and second-degree misdemeanors for actions involving force or threats. The bill takes effect 60 days after passage and defines religious worship locations as buildings or grounds regularly used for religious activities.
Kerry Benninghoff (R) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 26, 2026

HB 2321: An Act providing for job posting requirements; and imposing penalties.

This Pennsylvania bill, known as the Ghost Job Postings Prevention Act, requires employers with 50 or more employees to include specific details in public job postings and prohibits keeping filled positions open indefinitely. Key provisions mandate that job ads disclose whether the role is existing or anticipated, provide salary ranges and funding status, state how long the posting will remain active, and inform applicants about AI use in hiring decisions. Employers must also remove filled job postings within two weeks, notify job boards of closures, and send status updates to applicants within set timeframes after interviews. Violations could result in fines ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 per violation, with higher penalties up to $25,000 per applicant for data mining or selling applicant information.
Jim Prokopiak (D) · 18 co-sponsors
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