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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 528: A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study on pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome and pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections.

This Pennsylvania House Resolution directs the Joint State Government Commission to study pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome and pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections. The study will examine current insurance coverage for treatments, the number of available specialists, common misdiagnoses, and policy actions taken by other states. The Commission is required to consult with medical organizations, insurers, and advocacy groups before submitting a report with recommendations to the House within 18 months.

passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 531: A Resolution designating the month of June 2026 as "Scoliosis Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

This Pennsylvania House resolution designates June 2026 as Scoliosis Awareness Month to highlight a spinal condition affecting millions of people, particularly children and teenagers. The bill aims to encourage the public to learn more about scoliosis and support early screening efforts to prevent severe spinal deformities. It does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to promote awareness and community support for those affected by the condition.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 525: A Resolution designating the week of September 14 through 20, 2026, as "Diaper Need Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania.

This bill designates the week of September 14 through 20, 2026, as 'Diaper Need Awareness Week' in Pennsylvania to highlight the shortage of disposable diapers for children and incontinent adults. The resolution formally recognizes the efforts of the state's 10 diaper banks and community organizations that distribute millions of diapers annually to families in need. Additionally, the bill encourages Pennsylvania residents to support these local groups and participate in diaper donation drives to help expand access to this essential item.

passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 30, 2026

HB 2496: An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, in general provisions, providing for pause on data center proposals.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's Municipalities Planning Code to allow local governments to temporarily halt the submission of new data center development applications. Under the new provision, a municipality can adopt a resolution at a public meeting to pause these submissions for up to 180 days, a period that begins retroactively from the date of public notice. During this pause, local authorities may update their zoning laws regarding data centers, and any applications received while the pause is in effect will be evaluated under the new rules. The legislation defines a data center as a facility primarily used for housing servers or data storage systems with specific backup power and cooling infrastructure.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Technology

Paul Friel (D) · 42 co-sponsors

passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 30, 2026

SB 1261: An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Commonwealth services, further providing for assistance to fire companies and EMS companies; and, in grants to fire companies and emergency medical services companies, further providing for definitions, for publication and notice, for award of grants, for consolidation incentive, for publication and notice and for award of grants, repealing provisions relating to COVID-19 Crisis Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program, to Emergency Medical Services COVID-19 Recovery Grant Program, to expiration of authority relating to COVID-19 Crisis Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program and to expiration of authority relating to Emergency Medical Services COVID-19 Recovery Grant Program and further providing for annual reports.

SB 1261 updates Pennsylvania laws to provide financial assistance to fire and emergency medical services (EMS) companies through a state loan program. The bill allows these organizations to apply for loans to purchase or modernize vehicles, facilities, and protective equipment, while also permitting refinancing of existing debt. Key provisions include setting specific loan limits, requiring applicants to contribute at least 20% of project costs, and mandating that protective gear be free of harmful chemicals. Additionally, the legislation repeals previous COVID-19 specific grant programs and establishes a requirement for annual reporting on the use of these funds.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 30, 2026

SB 1303: An Act providing for the placement of a monument of the Braille Flag at the State Capitol Building as a tribute to honor and remember those who have served in the line of duty and those left behind.

This bill directs the Pennsylvania State Capitol to install a bronze monument of the Braille Flag in the East Wing to honor veterans and their families. The Department of General Services is tasked with coordinating with The Moose organization to select a site and oversee the monument's installation. The monument will feature the Pledge of Allegiance written in braille, recognizing the legacy of blind veterans and those who served with lasting disabilities.

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 30, 2026

SB 1235: An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, further providing for Pennsylvania Parole Board and for incompatible offices and removal.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's parole board membership rules by clarifying how board vacancies are handled when a member's term expires. It requires the Governor to nominate a replacement within six months of a term ending, even if the current member stays on the board temporarily. The changes apply to all current and future Pennsylvania Parole Board members and will take effect 60 days after passage. The legislation focuses on administrative procedures for board composition rather than altering parole eligibility or release standards.

passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 30, 2026

HB 2299: An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in wiretapping and electronic surveillance, further providing for definitions; and, in recordings by law enforcement officers, further providing for definitions.

This bill updates legal definitions related to wiretapping and electronic surveillance in Pennsylvania, specifically clarifying what counts as an "oral communication" and who qualifies as a "law enforcement officer." It directly affects law enforcement agencies and individuals involved in electronic surveillance activities by expanding the list of recognized law enforcement personnel who can legally intercept communications during official duties. The key provision adds nine new categories of law enforcement officers to the existing definition, including state police, municipal officers, waterways conservation officers, and correctional facility investigators, while also specifying that communications made in the presence of uniformed officers using approved devices are not protected from interception. The changes apply to both state and local law enforcement and will take effect 60 days after passage.

passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 30, 2026

SB 1133: An Act amending the act of September 27, 1961 (P.L.1700, No.699), known as the Pharmacy Act, further providing for State Board of Pharmacy.

SB 1133 amends Pennsylvania's Pharmacy Act to adjust the composition of the State Board of Pharmacy. The bill increases the number of pharmacist members from five to six, requiring two to be appointed from acute care institutional pharmacies (previously one), and specifies that pharmacy technician members must have at least five years of experience. All board members serve six-year terms, with the technician limited to one term and other members to two consecutive terms. Appointments require the Governor's nomination and Senate approval.

passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 30, 2026

SB 225: An Act amending Title 26 (Eminent Domain) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in just compensation and measure of damages, providing for compensation for loss of goodwill.

SB 225 adds a new provision to Pennsylvania's eminent domain law, allowing business owners whose property is taken (or partially taken) to seek compensation for "loss of goodwill" - meaning the loss of customer loyalty, reputation, or community value tied to their location. It directly affects small businesses or property owners operating on land subject to eminent domain proceedings, requiring them to prove the loss was caused by the taking and not already covered in other compensation. Key mechanisms include allowing agencies to challenge claims if relocation was feasible, prohibiting additional goodwill during leaseback agreements, and permitting the use of confidential business tax returns to verify compensation amounts. The law applies retroactively to takings filed on or after January 1, 2024.

passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 30, 2026

HB 1123: An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in casualty insurance, further providing for coverage for colorectal cancer screening.

HB 1123 updates Pennsylvania's 1921 Insurance Company Law to require casualty insurance policies to cover colorectal cancer screening without cost-sharing. This affects insured residents in Pennsylvania who need preventive screenings, ensuring they face no copays or deductibles for this specific health service. The key provision mandates insurers to include coverage for colon cancer screenings as a standard benefit under casualty insurance policies. The bill passed final passage on October 29, 2025, and is now pending implementation under the Banking & Insurance committee. This change directly removes financial barriers for early detection of colorectal cancer through existing insurance coverage.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Pat Gallagher (D) · 46 co-sponsors

passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 30, 2026

SB 829: An Act designating the Hynerpeton bassetti, a stem tetrapod, as the official State fossil of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; and making a repeal.

SB 829 designates *Hynerpeton bassetti*, an early four-legged vertebrate discovered in Pennsylvania's Red Hill fossil site, as the state's official fossil. It repeals a 1988 law that previously designated a different fossil. This is a ceremonial update to Pennsylvania's state symbols with no new policies, funding, or regulatory changes.