Healthcare

passed · Pennsylvania · House May 5, 2026

HR 473: A Resolution designating the month of May 2026 as "Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

This Pennsylvania House Resolution designates May 2026 as "Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month" to highlight the impact of ALS on patients and their families. The bill does not change laws or allocate funding; instead, it serves as a symbolic gesture to increase public understanding of the disease and support ongoing research efforts. By formally recognizing the month, the resolution aims to draw attention to the challenges faced by those living with ALS and the importance of continued medical investigation.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill raises public awareness of ALS, fostering support for patients and research efforts.70% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Pennsylvania · House May 4, 2026

HR 470: A Resolution designating May 15, 2026, as "Prader Willi Syndrome Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania.

This bill designates May 15, 2026, as Prader Willi Syndrome Awareness Day in Pennsylvania to highlight the rare genetic disorder and support affected individuals and families. The resolution aims to increase public understanding of the condition's symptoms, such as hyperphagia and cognitive challenges, and to promote early diagnosis and access to care. By officially recognizing this day, the bill seeks to encourage community awareness and demonstrate support for those impacted by the syndrome.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes awareness of a genetic disorder to encourage early diagnosis and access to care.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Apr 15, 2026

HR 432: A Resolution designating the month of April 2026 as "Donate Life Month" and April 10, 2026, as "Blue and Green Day" in Pennsylvania in support of organ donation awareness.

This bill designates April 2026 as "Donate Life Month" and April 10, 2026, as "Blue and Green Day" in Pennsylvania to raise awareness about organ and tissue donation. The resolution does not change laws or create new programs but serves as a symbolic gesture to encourage public support for donation efforts. It highlights Pennsylvania's existing donation statistics and the work of state health agencies and organ procurement organizations in promoting donor registration. The measure is intended to increase visibility for organ donation awareness campaigns during the designated month and day.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes organ donation awareness through symbolic designation, supporting public health initiatives and encouraging healthcare-related donation efforts85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Apr 14, 2026

HR 428: A Resolution recognizing April 25, 2026, as "Diabetic Eye Screening Day" in Pennsylvania.

This House Resolution designates April 25, 2026, as "Diabetic Eye Screening Day" in Pennsylvania to raise awareness about diabetic retinopathy, a leading cause of blindness among people with diabetes. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic recognition of free and low-cost eye screening events organized by various medical institutions across the state. It highlights the importance of early detection for diabetic eye conditions, which often show no symptoms until vision damage becomes irreversible. The measure is sponsored by multiple state representatives and focuses on promoting public health awareness rather than implementing policy changes.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes diabetic eye screening awareness and early detection, supporting public health initiatives and patient care access.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Apr 13, 2026

HR 451: A Resolution recognizing the week of April 11 through 17, 2026, as "Black Maternal Health Week" in Pennsylvania to bring attention to the maternal health crisis and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women.

This bill designates the week of April 11 through 17, 2026, as "Black Maternal Health Week" in Pennsylvania to raise awareness about maternal health disparities affecting Black women. The resolution highlights statistics showing that Black women in the state face significantly higher pregnancy-related death rates compared to other groups, with many cases deemed preventable. It does not create new funding or policy requirements but serves as a symbolic gesture to focus public and legislative attention on the issue. The measure is sponsored by multiple representatives and referred to the Committee on Children and Youth for consideration.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill raises awareness of maternal health disparities and advocates for reducing mortality among Black women, supporting healthcare equity goals.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Mar 25, 2026

HR 450: A Resolution recognizing March 31, 2026, as "Black Midwives Day" in Pennsylvania.

This Pennsylvania House Resolution designates March 31, 2026, as "Black Midwives Day" to honor the contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health in the state. The resolution highlights the importance of midwifery in addressing maternal health disparities, particularly in Black communities where pregnancy-related mortality rates are significantly higher than national averages. It acknowledges the role of midwives in providing culturally sensitive care and reducing barriers to access in areas with limited maternity health resources. The measure serves as a symbolic recognition rather than establishing new laws or funding requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill honors Black midwives' contributions to maternal health and addresses disparities, promoting culturally sensitive care and improving access to healthcare services.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 19, 2026

HB 2175: An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for consumer protection and for artificial intelligence and chatbots; imposing duties on the Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General; and imposing penalties.

HB 2175 requires businesses using AI chatbots to clearly disclose when consumers are interacting with artificial intelligence, especially for mental health support (e.g., chatbots claiming to treat anxiety or depression). It prohibits deceptive advertising, mandates protection of personal data shared with these tools, and gives Pennsylvania’s Attorney General’s Bureau of Consumer Protection authority to enforce these rules and impose penalties. The law directly affects companies offering AI chatbots that provide health-related advice to Pennsylvania residents. It does not cover scripted tools (like guided meditation) or AI that simply connects users with human professionals.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires disclosure for AI mental health chatbots, prohibits deceptive claims, and protects consumer data - directly safeguards patient rights in mental health services.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates AI transparency, prohibits deceptive ads, and requires data protection for consumer-facing AI tools, aligning with privacy safeguards in technology regulation.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Mar 16, 2026

HB 80: An Act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact; and providing for the form of the compact.

HB 80 would authorize Pennsylvania to join the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact. This compact allows licensed audiologists and speech-language pathologists to practice in other participating states without obtaining separate licenses for each state. The bill directly affects these healthcare professionals and their patients, streamlining cross-state practice for providers. It creates a standardized process for reciprocity among member states, eliminating redundant licensing requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves licensing barriers for healthcare providers, improving cross-state patient access to audiology/speech services.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 4, 2026

HB 2168: An Act amending the act of December 19, 1990 (P.L.1372, No.212), known as the Early Intervention Services System Act, in Statewide system for provision of early intervention services, further providing for administration by Department of Education.

HB 2168 amends Pennsylvania's Early Intervention Services System Act to clarify how state funds support early intervention services for children in private special education schools. It specifies that for children not eligible for public kindergarten programs, the state covers the full cost of their services, while for children eligible for public kindergarten, the state covers only the extra cost (above what public schools would pay). This change ensures funding aligns with each child's eligibility for public school services. The bill directly affects children receiving early intervention services and the Department of Education's budgeting for these programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationClarifies state funding for early intervention services in private special ed schools, ensuring full/partial coverage based on eligibility to strengthen educational access for children.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill clarifies state funding for early intervention healthcare services, ensuring full coverage for ineligible children and partial coverage for eligible ones, strengthening access to medical support for children.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jan 30, 2026

HB 348: An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Human Services Code, in departmental powers and duties as to licensing, providing for notice of legal representation for medical assistance.

HB 348 amends Pennsylvania's Human Services Code to require the state human services department to notify medical assistance applicants about their right to legal representation during application or eligibility reviews. This change directly affects individuals applying for medical assistance programs (like Medicaid) and the department responsible for processing these applications. The key provision mandates that applicants receive written notice detailing their option to seek legal help, which the department must provide before finalizing eligibility decisions. The bill focuses on improving transparency in the application process without altering eligibility criteria or benefit amounts.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires notice of legal representation rights for medical assistance applicants, protecting access to healthcare coverage and applicant rights during eligibility reviews.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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