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passed · Pennsylvania · House May 4, 2026

HR 66: A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee, in consultation with taxonomists, biologists and other interested persons, to conduct a study and issue a report on wild native terrestrial invertebrate management.

This resolution directs Pennsylvania's Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study wild native terrestrial invertebrate management - including bees, butterflies, worms, and beetles - and issue a report. The study will evaluate existing state laws (like the Conservation and Natural Resources Act of 1995), compare other states' conservation approaches, and assess the ecological and economic value of these species (noting their $250+ million annual contribution to agriculture through pollination). It does not create new laws but aims to clarify agency responsibilities and identify gaps in conservation efforts. The report will inform future policy decisions affecting state agencies like DCNR, the Department of Agriculture, and wildlife commissions.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill directs study on conserving invertebrates (bees, butterflies) vital to ecosystems and $250M+ agricultural pollination, assessing conservation approaches to protect ecological value.85% confidence
Chris Pielli (D) · 19 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate May 4, 2026

SB 256: An Act providing for standards for carbon monoxide alarms in child care facilities; and imposing penalties.

SB 256 requires child care facilities in Pennsylvania that use fossil fuel appliances (like heaters or fireplaces) to install and maintain operational, approved carbon monoxide alarms. Specifically, facilities must have alarms centrally located near these appliances and in every unit on the same floor within 18 months of the law's effective date. The bill ties compliance to licensing, stating the Department of Human Services cannot issue or renew a license for facilities failing to meet these standards unless a provisional license applies. It directly affects licensed child care facilities, including homes caring for 4-6 non-relative children, licensed schools, and facilities operating 24+ hours daily.
Wayne Fontana (D) · 16 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House May 4, 2026

HB 910: An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in offenses against the family, further providing for the offense of dealing in infant children.

HB 910 amends Pennsylvania's criminal code to elevate "dealing in infant children" from a misdemeanor to a first-degree felony. It makes it a crime to trade, buy, sell, or deal with infants under one year old, directly targeting individuals involved in illegal infant trafficking. The bill explicitly excludes legal surrogacy and adoption from this offense. This law takes effect 60 days after enactment, focusing on criminalizing the commercial exchange of very young children.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeElevates illegal infant trafficking from misdemeanor to felony, strengthening enforcement against criminal child exploitation while excluding legal processes.95% confidence
Donna Scheuren (R) · 30 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate May 4, 2026

SB 698: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in grounds and buildings, further providing for acquisition of buildings, sites for school buildings and playgrounds, and disposing thereof; and, in charter schools, further providing for provisions applicable to charter schools and for applicability of other provisions of this act and of other acts and regulations.

SB 698 amends the Public School Code of 1949, affecting how school districts acquire and dispose of school buildings and land. It clarifies that school boards can purchase, lease, or otherwise obtain property, and sell or abandon it, without Department of Education approval if no state reimbursement is sought. For real property purchases exceeding $10,000, school boards must determine the fair market value in consultation with two qualified professionals, such as a county assessor or licensed appraiser. All related fair market value documents will be publicly accessible under the Right-to-Know Law and open meetings requirements.
Jarrett Coleman (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate May 1, 2026

SR 292: A Resolution designating May 8, 2026, as "Provider Appreciation Day" in Pennsylvania to recognize child care providers for their important work and how valuable they are to our communities.

This Senate Resolution designates May 8, 2026, as "Provider Appreciation Day" in Pennsylvania to honor child care providers for their contributions to families and communities. The measure does not change laws or create new programs; it simply sets aside a specific date to recognize the work of those who care for young children. By officially naming the day, the resolution aims to highlight the value of the child care workforce and the essential role these providers play in supporting working families and community growth.
Steve Santarsiero (D) · 13 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate May 1, 2026

SB 1316: An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Human Services Code, in public assistance, providing for pending medical assistance applications.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's Human Services Code to streamline how the state handles pending applications for long-term care medical assistance. It requires county offices to use a standardized process that includes sending electronic status updates to providers within ten days and reviewing new documents within ten days of receipt. The legislation also allows nursing home providers to request payment for uncompensated care if an application has been pending for at least sixty days, ensuring facilities are compensated while waiting for a final decision. Additionally, the bill mandates that individuals with pending applications be counted in nursing facility census data and requires the state to publish an annual public report on application approval and denial statistics.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill streamlines medical assistance applications and allows providers to request payment for uncompensated care, improving access and funding.85% confidence
Judy Ward (R) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate May 1, 2026

SB 1318: An Act amending Titles 8 (Boroughs and Incorporated Towns), 11 (Cities) and 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in contracts, further providing for regulation of contracts; in contracts, further providing for contracts or purchases in excess of base amount of $18,500, for contracts or purchases not in excess of base amount of $18,500, for contracts or purchases not requiring advertising or bidding, for evasion of advertising requirements and for separate bids for plumbing, heating, ventilating and electrical work, elevators and escalators; in general provisions relating to area government and intergovernmental cooperation, further providing for bids for certain joint purchases, for written or telephonic price quotations required and for division of transactions provided; in parking authorities, further providing for competition in award of contracts; in municipal authorities, further providing for competition in award of contracts; and making an editorial change.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's rules for how boroughs, cities, and municipalities handle contracts and purchases by raising the financial thresholds that trigger competitive bidding requirements. Specifically, it increases the base amount for mandatory advertising and bidding from $18,500 to $100,000, while also raising the threshold for requiring written price quotations from three contractors from $18,500 to $50,000. The legislation applies these new limits to various types of transactions, including those for plumbing, heating, electrical work, and elevators, and it extends similar competition rules to parking authorities and municipal authorities. Additionally, the bill clarifies procedures for joint purchases between area governments and requires that all contracts over the new $100,000 limit be awarded to the lowest qualified and responsible bidder after proper public notice.
Dan Laughlin (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate May 1, 2026

SB 1308: An Act designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 19080, carrying Pennsylvania Route 259 over Laurel Run in Cherryhill Township, Indiana County, as the Marine Corps SSGT Michael A. Geneva Memorial Bridge.

This bill designates a specific bridge in Indiana County as the Marine Corps SSGT Michael A. Geneva Memorial Bridge to honor a local veteran. It requires the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs with the new name for traffic traveling in both directions. The legislation formally recognizes the service and life of Michael Geneva, who served in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam era and was born and raised in the region.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors a Marine Corps veteran by naming a bridge after him, explicitly recognizing his service and life.90% confidence
Joe Pittman (R)
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate May 1, 2026

SB 1307: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for Historic Barn Preservation Tax Credit and for regulations; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development.

This Pennsylvania bill creates a tax incentive program to encourage the restoration and continued use of historic barns that are at least 50 years old. Qualified taxpayers who own these structures can receive a tax credit equal to up to 25% of their rehabilitation costs, with a maximum credit of $100,000 per barn. The program is limited to $10 million in total credits per fiscal year and will be administered by the Department of Community and Economic Development in consultation with agricultural and historical groups. Any unused credits can be carried forward to future tax years, but the program will expire after December 31, 2036.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a tax credit to encourage historic barn restoration, directly advancing tax incentives and fiscal management for preservation.90% confidence
Lisa Baker (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate May 1, 2026

SR 300: A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2026 as "Myositis Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

This Senate Resolution designates May 2026 as "Myositis Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania to highlight a rare autoimmune disease that causes muscle inflammation and weakness. The bill directly affects the state legislature by formally acknowledging the condition, which impacts approximately 75,000 people across the United States and includes various forms such as dermatomyositis and polymyositis. By passing this resolution, the Senate aims to increase public understanding of the disease and show support for those living with it, without changing any laws or funding. The measure serves as a symbolic gesture to bring attention to the challenges faced by patients and their families during the specified month.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes awareness of a rare autoimmune disease, aiding public understanding and patient advocacy within healthcare.75% confidence
Kristin Phillips-Hill (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate May 1, 2026

SB 1317: An Act amending the act of November 23, 2010 (P.L.1083, No.108), known as the Covered Device Recycling Act, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in duties of manufacturers and retailers, further providing for sales prohibition, for registration and for manufacturer plan and reporting; and, in administration, further providing for duties of department, for annual report and for enforcement.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's Covered Device Recycling Act by clarifying definitions and expanding the range of electronic items subject to recycling requirements. It specifically adds smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and other personal electronics to the list of covered devices while removing mobile phones and landline telephones from the program. The legislation also establishes a sales prohibition mechanism that allows the Department of Environmental Protection to ban the sale of specific brands that fail to meet recycling obligations. Additionally, the bill increases the definition of a small business for program eligibility from 50 to 100 employees and requires manufacturers to report their market share and recycling plans.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill expands electronic recycling requirements to reduce e-waste and protect natural resources.90% confidence
Tracy Pennycuick (R) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate May 1, 2026

SB 294: An Act amending the act of February 9, 1999 (P.L.1, No.1), known as the Capital Facilities Debt Enabling Act, in capital facilities, further providing for definitions and for appropriation for and limitation on redevelopment assistance capital projects.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's Capital Facilities Debt Enabling Act to clarify what counts as a "redevelopment assistance capital project" and sets specific rules for funding such projects. It directly affects local governments and developers seeking state-backed financing for infrastructure and community improvements by defining eligible projects as those that boost employment, generate tax revenue, and involve at least 50% non-State funding. The legislation excludes major public works like highways and sewage facilities but includes stormwater systems, tunnels, roads, hospitals, and housing developments that support economic activity, provided the total project cost is at least $1 million. Additionally, the bill removes a previous provision that allowed up to $50 million of state funds to be used specifically for constructing housing units. These changes take effect 60 days after the bill is enacted.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill clarifies and funds redevelopment projects that boost employment and generate tax revenue, promoting fiscal responsibility.75% confidence
Vincent Hughes (D) · 9 co-sponsors
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