Healthcare

passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 8, 2026

HR 443: A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2026 as "Mental Health Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

This bill is a House Resolution that formally recognizes May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Pennsylvania. It does not change laws or allocate funding, but instead encourages government agencies, schools, businesses, and residents to increase awareness and understanding of mental illness. The resolution calls for communities to promote accessible mental health services and reduce stigma around mental health conditions. It is a symbolic measure intended to highlight the importance of mental health without implementing new policy requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes mental health awareness and encourages accessible mental health services, aligning with support indicators for mental health services.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 5, 2026

HB 2254: An Act amending the act of April 17, 2016 (P.L.84, No.16), known as the Medical Marijuana Act, providing for compassionate access to medical marijuana; and imposing a penalty.

HB 2254 adds Chapter 14 to Pennsylvania's Medical Marijuana Act, allowing terminally ill patients to use medical marijuana within specific care facilities (like hospitals, nursing homes, and assisted living residences) under strict conditions. Facilities must create written guidelines within 180 days covering safe storage, patient safety, allowed forms of marijuana, and documentation. The bill imposes a $500 daily civil penalty for noncompliance, with penalties deposited into the Medical Marijuana Program Fund. It does not require facilities to provide certifications, administer marijuana, or permit use in emergency departments. This directly affects terminally ill patients seeking access in regulated care settings and facilities operating under the existing medical marijuana program.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables terminally ill patients access to medical marijuana in healthcare facilities, expanding treatment options within regulated care settings per bill's compassionate access provisions.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 5, 2026

HB 2117: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in school health services, further providing for definitions, for possession and use of asthma inhalers and epinephrine auto-injectors, for school access to emergency epinephrine and for administration of epinephrine auto-injectors by school bus drivers and school crossing guards.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's Public School Code to allow students with asthma or severe allergies to possess and self-administer their prescribed asthma medications (including inhalers) and epinephrine auto-injectors at school. Schools must create written policies requiring students to demonstrate self-administration capability and notify the school nurse after use, while ensuring medications are stored safely and accessible only to authorized students. The bill also permits trained school staff, including bus drivers and crossing guards, to administer epinephrine auto-injectors in emergencies for students experiencing allergic reactions or asthma attacks. These changes aim to improve student safety by ensuring timely access to life-saving medications during school hours.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEnables student self-administration of essential health medications (asthma inhalers, epinephrine), ensuring safety and uninterrupted school attendance - directly protecting educational access for students with health conditions.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllows students to self-administer prescribed asthma/epinephrine medications at school, improving access to emergency healthcare services and ensuring safe management of chronic conditions in educational settings.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 5, 2026

HB 1045: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in school health services, further providing for seizure recognition and related first aid training.

HB 1045 requires Pennsylvania school nurses and other school staff with direct student contact to complete Department of Health-approved training on seizure recognition and first aid starting in the 2025-2026 school year, with training required every two years thereafter. The bill mandates specific content about identifying seizures, using seizure action plans, and providing basic first aid. It also clarifies that school staff providing seizure-related care are protected from civil liability under existing Good Samaritan laws (42 Pa.C.S. §§ 8332 and 8337.1). This bill directly affects all public school staff in Pennsylvania who work with students and aims to improve emergency response for students with seizure disorders.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates seizure training for school staff, enhancing student safety and health protocols within K-12 schools, aligning with educational safety standards.92% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates seizure recognition training for school staff to improve emergency response, strengthening school health services under public health protocols.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Healthcare

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 5, 2026

HB 1106: An Act amending the act of December 16, 1986 (P.L.1646, No.188), known as the Chiropractic Practice Act, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in licensure and regulation, further providing for refusal, suspension or revocation of license and for reporting of multiple licensure; providing for certified chiropractic assistants; in supportive personnel, further providing for supportive personnel; in penalty provisions, further providing for violation of other provisions and for civil penalty; and making an editorial change.

HB 1106 establishes a certification program for chiropractic assistants in Pennsylvania. To become certified, individuals must be at least 18, have a high school diploma, complete an approved training program, pass an exam, and meet background requirements. Certified assistants can only perform tasks delegated by a licensed chiropractor under direct on-premises supervision and must complete 16 hours of continuing education (including 8 in-person hours) every two years to maintain certification. The bill also makes minor editorial changes to the existing Chiropractic Practice Act.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes certification for chiropractic assistants to ensure qualified personnel under supervision, enhancing healthcare service standards and safety.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 3, 2026

HR 524: A Resolution recognizing June 2, 2026, as "Cancer Action Day" in Pennsylvania.

This bill is a non-binding resolution that officially designates June 2, 2026, as "Cancer Action Day" in Pennsylvania to raise awareness about the state's high cancer rates. It highlights statistics on cancer diagnoses and deaths in the Commonwealth while noting disparities in access to care for various communities. The resolution urges lawmakers to support future legislation aimed at improving cancer prevention, detection, and treatment services. As a commemorative measure, the bill does not create new laws or allocate funding but serves to honor those affected by cancer and advocate for improved health outcomes.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill raises awareness of cancer disparities and urges future legislation to improve prevention, detection, and treatment services.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 3, 2026

HR 461: A Resolution recognizing the month of June 2026 as "Scleroderma Awareness Month" and June 29, 2026, as "World Scleroderma Day" in Pennsylvania.

This Pennsylvania House Resolution designates June 2026 as Scleroderma Awareness Month and June 29, 2026, as World Scleroderma Day within the state. The measure aims to increase public understanding of scleroderma, a rare autoimmune condition that causes skin hardening and can affect internal organs, by promoting awareness rather than implementing new policies or funding. The resolution does not change laws or allocate money but serves to highlight the disease and support ongoing research efforts at Pennsylvania universities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes awareness of scleroderma, a health condition, supporting public health education and research efforts without restricting or defunding healthcare.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 3, 2026

HR 134: A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study and issue a report on home and community-based services provided to individuals with physical disabilities, intellectual disabilities, autism and other developmental disabilities with a focus on streamlining the application process and improving service delivery.

This resolution directs the Joint State Government Commission to study Pennsylvania's disability waiver programs. It specifically examines how to improve experiences for individuals receiving Home and Community-Based Services waivers through the Office of Long-Term Living (OLTL) and Office of Developmental Programs (ODP). The study will assess medical care access, healthcare support barriers, and staffing challenges for waiver participants. The findings will inform future improvements to these services, focusing on people with disabilities who rely on community-based care instead of institutional settings. (HR 134, 2025)

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareStudy targets medical care access barriers for disability waiver recipients, aiming to improve healthcare experience and inform service enhancements.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 1, 2026

HR 517: A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2026 as "Preeclampsia Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

This Pennsylvania House Resolution designates May 2026 as Preeclampsia Awareness Month to highlight a serious pregnancy complication involving high blood pressure. The bill aims to increase public knowledge about the condition, which can lead to seizures, strokes, and organ failure if not managed properly. By recognizing this month, the House intends to encourage pregnant individuals to learn about warning signs and seek timely medical care. The resolution does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a formal statement of support for maternal health awareness.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes public awareness of a serious pregnancy complication to encourage timely medical care and education.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Pennsylvania · House May 7, 2026

HB 2269: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, repealing provisions relating to medical education loan assistance.

This bill repeals the Pennsylvania Medical Education Loan Assistance Program, which previously provided financial incentives to students pursuing medical, nursing, biomedical, and life sciences education. The program allowed eligible students to access loans with favorable terms, including low interest rates and fees, to encourage them to practice medicine or nursing in Pennsylvania, particularly in underserved areas. By removing this legislation, the state will no longer administer this specific loan assistance program for medical education.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill repeals medical education loan assistance program, reducing financial support for healthcare education and limiting access to medical training in Pennsylvania90% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill repeals Medical Education Loan Assistance Program, reducing financial incentives for healthcare students and potentially limiting workforce development in underserved areas.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Healthcare

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