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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 1, 2026

SB 1258: An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in small business first, further providing for capital development loans.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's capital development loan program to increase the maximum funding amount for small business projects from $400,000 to $2,000,000. The legislation directly affects small businesses seeking financial assistance for land, buildings, and machinery by allowing them to borrow up to 50% of their total project costs, whichever figure is lower. Under the new rules, the state authority must review applications within 30 days of receiving a complete submission and can approve loans if all requirements are satisfied. The changes apply retroactively to project costs incurred in the 12 months before an application is submitted, and the law will take effect 60 days after being signed.
Carolyn Comitta (D) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 1, 2026

SB 1257: An Act providing for small necessities leave for eligible employees relating to children and elderly relatives of an eligible employee; and imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry.

SB 1257, known as the Small Necessities Leave Act, requires Pennsylvania employers to provide eligible employees with up to 24 hours of paid leave per year to attend to specific family needs. Eligible employees, defined as those working at least 1,250 hours in the past 12 months, can use this time to participate in their children's school activities or accompany children and elderly relatives to medical and dental appointments. The bill mandates that employers cannot retaliate against workers for using this leave and allows for the use of accrued vacation or sick time if preferred. Additionally, the legislation assigns duties to the Department of Labor and Industry to ensure compliance with these new requirements.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill facilitates access to medical and dental appointments for employees and their relatives.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands worker benefits by mandating paid family leave for medical and school activities.95% confidence
Art Haywood (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 1, 2026

SR 259: A Resolution recognizing the month of April 2026 as "Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

Senate Resolution 259 formally designates April 2026 as Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month in Pennsylvania. This resolution aims to increase public awareness about the challenges faced by the state's over 200,000 residents with limb loss or difference, including barriers to accessing prosthetic care and physical activity. The document highlights the importance of mobility resources for health and independence but does not create any new laws or funding. It serves as a symbolic gesture to encourage community support and recognition for individuals affected by these conditions.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill recognizes challenges faced by veterans with limb loss and promotes awareness of their mobility resources and independence.75% confidence
Tina Tartaglione (D) · 11 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 2349: An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in facilities and supplies, further providing for deposits into account.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's judicial statutes to clarify that certain fines, fees, and costs collected under the state's Dog Law will remain unaffected by other provisions in the judicial code. It specifically directs that these financial penalties continue to be allocated to the Department of Agriculture as previously established. The legislation is a technical adjustment to the legal code rather than a new policy, and it will become active 60 days after being signed into law.
Jason Ortitay (R)
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 2352: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in Student Teacher Support Grant Program, further providing for program establishment and duties of agency.

This bill modifies Pennsylvania's Public School Code to increase financial support for student teachers working in subject areas with staffing shortages. It establishes a new provision that adds a minimum grant of $5,000 to the existing Student Teacher Support Grant for eligible students who complete their teaching assignments in these specific shortage areas. The state agency responsible for the program will use departmental data to identify which subjects currently face shortages before distributing these additional funds. The changes become effective 60 days after the bill is passed.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases state funding for student teachers in shortage areas, directly advancing public education budget goals.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases financial grants for student teachers in shortage areas, directly enhancing educator support and addressing staffing needs.95% confidence
Jason Ortitay (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 2339: An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for the offense of aggravated assault.

This bill expands the legal definition of aggravated assault in Pennsylvania to include school staff members and crossing guards. Specifically, it adds teaching employees, school board members, licensed private school workers, parochial school employees, and school crossing guards to the list of individuals protected by aggravated assault laws. The change applies when these individuals are acting within the scope of their employment or due to their relationship with the school. If passed, the new provisions would take effect 60 days after the bill is enacted.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal justice by expanding aggravated assault protections to school staff, enhancing safety and accountability.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill strengthens protection for school staff and crossing guards, enhancing safety for educators and school personnel.90% confidence
Ed Neilson (D) · 16 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 2353: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in certification of teachers, further providing for out-of-State applicants for certification.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's teacher certification laws to make it easier for educators from other states to get certified in the Commonwealth. It allows the Department of Education to issue a Pennsylvania teaching certificate to out-of-state applicants who already hold a valid license and have completed an approved educator preparation program. To qualify, these applicants must also pass subject matter competency tests and complete required field experience in Pennsylvania. The changes apply to public, private, and parochial schools and will take effect 60 days after the bill is signed into law.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access by simplifying teacher certification for out-of-state applicants, strengthening the educator workforce.90% confidence
Jason Ortitay (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 2354: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in certification of teachers, further providing for evaluation of applications for certification.

This Pennsylvania bill directs the Department of Education to create a one-time fee waiver for teacher certification applicants who narrowly failed an assessment. To qualify, an individual must have missed the passing score by three points or fewer, have taken the test only once before, and plan to retake it within one year of seeing their initial results. The Department is required to publish this policy online and share it with teacher training programs and alternative certification providers. The law takes effect 60 days after being signed into law.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill reduces financial barriers for teacher certification, expanding access to the teaching profession and supporting educator recruitment.85% confidence
Jason Ortitay (R) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 2345: An Act amending Title 44 (Law and Justice) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing the Domestic Violence Home Security Grant Program; and imposing duties on the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency.

This bill establishes the Domestic Violence Home Security Grant Program within the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency to provide financial assistance to victims of domestic violence. The program allows eligible individuals to purchase residential security measures such as reinforced locks, security cameras, alarm systems, and motion-detection lighting to enhance their home safety. Applicants must submit documentation proving they are victims of abuse, and the commission may prioritize funding for those facing elevated risks, such as recent separation from an abuser or the presence of children. All personal information provided by applicants will remain confidential, and the commission is responsible for reviewing applications, determining grant amounts, and notifying applicants of decisions.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes a grant program to fund home security for domestic violence victims, enhancing victim safety and protection within the criminal justice system.85% confidence
Jason Ortitay (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 2343: An Act amending Titles 23 (Domestic Relations) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in protection from abuse, further providing for definitions and for relief; and, in sentencing, providing for electronic monitoring with victim notification.

This bill expands Pennsylvania's protection from abuse laws by allowing courts to establish specific geographic 'exclusion zones' that defendants cannot enter. It authorizes the use of GPS electronic monitoring devices for defendants in protection orders or sentencing, which would automatically alert law enforcement and, with the victim's consent, the victim if the defendant enters a prohibited area. The bill also clarifies that the defendant is responsible for paying all costs related to the monitoring equipment and services.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens protection from abuse laws via exclusion zones and GPS monitoring, enhancing victim safety and law enforcement capabilities.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill utilizes GPS technology to enhance victim safety and law enforcement response, strengthening protective measures through digital monitoring.75% confidence
Jason Ortitay (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 2346: An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in property rights, further providing for equitable division of marital property; and, in alimony and support, further providing for alimony.

This bill amends Pennsylvania laws to restrict financial support and asset division in divorce cases involving domestic violence. Specifically, it prevents a spouse convicted of a personal injury crime against their partner from receiving alimony or a share of marital property, unless the court determines that denying these benefits would cause a significant injustice. The legislation also clarifies that marital misconduct occurring after the final separation is generally not a factor in alimony decisions, with the notable exception of abuse. These changes take effect 60 days after the bill is enacted.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill restricts financial benefits for spouses convicted of domestic violence, aligning civil remedies with criminal justice outcomes to protect victims.85% confidence
Jason Ortitay (R) · 5 co-sponsors
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