Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House Resolution formally designates the week of October 4 through 10, 2026, as "Fire Prevention Week" in the state. The bill highlights specific fire risks associated with electronic devices, such as overheating power banks and damaged chargers, while emphasizing the importance of proper battery disposal and working smoke alarms. It urges residents, landlords, and businesses to adopt safety practices recommended by the National Fire Protection Association to reduce home fire hazards. Additionally, the resolution commends firefighters and other first responders for their ongoing efforts in fire prevention and emergency response.

In committee Aug 25, 2026 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 2738

In committee · Pennsylvania House · Co-sponsor

An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Public Utility Commission, further providing for consumer protection and information.

Maddy summaryPennsylvania House Bill 2738 amends state law to require the Public Utility Commission to submit an annual report by April 15 that compares utility rates across different service areas for gas, water, and waste water customers. Starting in 2027, this report must include a five-year historical summary of rate cases, supplier data, and the cumulative financial impact of various charges on residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The bill mandates that these impacts be presented using standardized usage assumptions and plain-language explanations for specific cost drivers such as infrastructure investments, fuel costs, and storm recovery. Additionally, the report must detail major electric transmission projects affecting Pennsylvania ratepayers and identify any regulatory provisions that create recurring implementation challenges or reduce bill transparency.

In committee Aug 18, 2026 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 2736

In committee · Pennsylvania House · Co-sponsor

An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, in disposition of abandoned and unclaimed property, further providing for definitions and providing for digital assets and for digital assets subject to custody and control of the Commonwealth.

Maddy summaryPennsylvania House Bill 2736 amends the state's Fiscal Code to establish specific rules for handling abandoned and unclaimed digital assets, such as cryptocurrencies. The bill defines key terms including "digital asset," "digital asset holder," and "distributed ledger" to clarify which entities are responsible for reporting these assets. It requires digital asset holders to attempt contact with owners who have been inactive for three years, using electronic or mail notifications, before reporting the assets to the State Treasurer as unclaimed property. The State Treasurer is granted authority to direct the liquidation of these assets or accept them in their native form, while also allowing the state to refuse assets that are not freely transferable or have minimal value relative to maintenance costs.

In committee Aug 18, 2026 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HR 595

In committee · Pennsylvania House · Co-sponsor

A Resolution recognizing December 7, 2026, as "Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day" in Pennsylvania in honor of the courage, sacrifice and memory of the American service members, civilians and citizens of Hawaii who were killed, wounded or forever impacted by the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.

Maddy summaryThis Pennsylvania House Resolution designates December 7, 2026, as "Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day" to honor the service members and civilians affected by the 1941 attack. The bill highlights a specific connection between the state and the event by noting that the USS Pennsylvania was present at Pearl Harbor and sustained casualties. It encourages residents to pause in remembrance, honor World War II veterans, and recognize the resilience of the people of Hawaii.

Veterans

In committee Aug 11, 2026 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 1862

Signed into law · Pennsylvania House · Co-sponsor

An Act amending Titles 35 (Health and Safety), 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for definitions; in licensing of drivers, further providing for chemical testing to determine amount of alcohol or controlled substance and repealing provisions relating to ignition interlock limited license; in rules of the road in general, providing for private parking lots; in driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, further providing for definitions, for grading, for penalties and for ignition interlock, providing for ignition interlock driver's license, for ignition interlock driver's license issued during suspension period and for online services for ignition interlock driver's license and further providing for prior offenses, for the offense of illegally operating a motor vehicle not equipped with ignition interlock and for requirements for driving under influence offenders; and making editorial changes.

Maddy summaryHB 1862 updates Pennsylvania's laws regarding driving under the influence (DUI) and related offenses. It revises definitions for DUI, modifies chemical testing procedures for drivers, and changes requirements for ignition interlock devices (which prevent a car from starting if alcohol is detected). The bill repeals outdated provisions about ignition interlock limited licenses, adds online services for managing interlock requirements, and specifies penalties for driving without an interlock device. This directly affects drivers convicted of DUI or driving under the influence of drugs, particularly those with prior offenses.

Signed into law Jul 20, 2026 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 1972

Passed · Pennsylvania House · Co-sponsor

An Act amending the act of December 20, 1983 (P.L.260, No.72), referred to as the Public Adjuster Licensing Law, further providing for definitions, for license, for written disclosure of financial interest and for bond; providing for fees, for requirements and prohibitions and for separate pre-contract disclosure; and further providing for contract and for revocation, etc., of license.

Maddy summaryHB 1972 amends Pennsylvania's Public Adjuster Licensing Law (1983) to update requirements for public adjusters who represent insurance policyholders in claim disputes. It adds new provisions requiring adjusters to provide written financial interest disclosures to clients and make separate pre-contract disclosures about their services and fees. The bill also clarifies definitions, adjusts licensing fees, and specifies bond requirements for adjusters seeking or maintaining their license. These changes directly affect licensed public adjusters and the policyholders they serve in Pennsylvania.

Passed Jul 10, 2026 1 co-sponsor